Sayre Child Center
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About the Provider
Hours of Operation
- Monday6:30 AM - 5:30 PM
- Tuesday6:30 AM - 5:30 PM
- Wednesday6:30 AM - 5:30 PM
- Thursday6:30 AM - 5:30 PM
- Friday6:30 AM - 5:30 PM
- Saturday Closed
- Sunday Closed
Inspection/Report History
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| 2026-02-10 | Renewal | 3270.121(a) - Review policies and procedures | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.121(a) Description: Review policies and procedures Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted 2/10/26. At that time, the parent handbook was reviewed. The facility's policy on supervision could not be found in the parent handbook. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The policy has been located on digital file and readded to the handbook. New handbooks will be distributed to each classroom and to each family with the readded Supervision policy. |
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| 2026-02-10 | Renewal | 3270.123(a)(4) - Arrival/departure times | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.123(a)(4) Description: Arrival/departure times Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted 2/10/26. At that time, the child files were reviewed. The financial agreements for Child #1 and Child #2 did not include the arrival and departure times of the children. Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the child's arrival and departure times. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Child arrival and departure times have been added to both child #1 and child #2 financial agreements. |
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| 2026-02-10 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(1) - Child's name, birth date | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(b)(1) Description: Child's name, birth date Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted 2/10/26. At that time, the child files were reviewed. The emergency contact information for Child #3 did not include the child's date of birth. Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the name and birth date of the child. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The DOB was immediately added to the child's form. |
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| 2026-02-10 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(3) - Parent home/work address, phone | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(b)(3) Description: Parent home/work address, phone Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted 2/10/26. At that time, the child files were reviewed. The emergency contact information for Child #2 did not include the work telephone number of the father. Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The current work telephone number was immediately added to child #2's file. |
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| 2026-02-10 | Renewal | 3270.151(a) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.151(a) Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted 2/10/26. At that time, the staff files were reviewed. The most recent health assessment on file for Staff Person #4 was dated 7/24/23, more than 24 months old. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff person #4 was placed on immediate leave until a current physical is secured and submitted. |
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| 2026-02-10 | Renewal | 3270.181(c) - Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.181(c) Description: Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted 2/10/26. At that time, the child files were reviewed. The financial agreement for Child #3 had not been reviewed by the parent since 6/1/25. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The family of child #3 had been given the form but had not returned it at time of inspection. A completed form dated 2/6/2026 was submitted within 24 hours at drop off. |
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| 2026-02-10 | Renewal | 3270.27(a)(5) - Emergency plan | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.27(a)(5) Description: Emergency plan Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted 2/10/26. At that time, the emergency plan was reviewed. Accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions were not located in the emergency plan. Correction Required: The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) A plan for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions in the event of an emergency is in place, last reviewed July 2025. One has been printed and is included with the Emergency Plan. |
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| 2026-02-10 | Renewal | 3270.27(e) - Letter to parents | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.27(e) Description: Letter to parents Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted 2/10/26. At that time, the letter provided to the parents explaining the emergency procedures could not be located for review. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) A digital copy of the parent letter explaining emergency procedures was found and is being reviewed and updated as necessary. A copy will be sent home to all families as soon as the review is complete |
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| 2026-02-10 | Renewal | 3270.31(f)(10) - Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.31(f)(10) Description: Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted 2/10/26. At that time, the preservice training was reviewed for all staff. Staff Person #1 and Staff Person #2 have not yet completed pediatric first aid and cpr training. Both have been employed at the facility longer than 90 days. Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development in the topic of pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire. Until such time as the required training has been completed, Staff Person #1 and Staff Person #2 must be supervised, when interacting with children at a minimum by, an AGS who has completed all preservice trainings and has all qualifications to care for children unsupervised. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise Staff Person #1 and Staff Person #2, then Staff Person #1 and Staff Person #2 may not work in a child-care position at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff Person #1 and Staff Person #2 were supervised when interacting with children by an AGS who has completed all preservice trainings and has all qualifications to care for children unsupervised. Staff person #1 and staff person #2 have both completed the required training on the center In Service day 02/16/2026. Copies included |
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| 2026-02-10 | Renewal | 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted 2/10/26. At that time, the staff files were reviewed. The following clearances for Staff Person #3 have not been updated within the past 60 months: PA State Police Clearance dated 10/8/2020, PA Child Abuse Clearance dated 10/8/2020, FBI Clearance dated 10/27/20. The following clearances for Staff Person #4 have not been updated within the past 60 months: PA State Police Clearance dated 11/24/2020, PA Child Abuse Clearance dated 11/24/2020, FBI Clearance dated 10/27/20. The following clearances for Staff Person #5 were not updated within 60 months: PA State Police Clearance dated 11/23/2020 and 1/21/26, PA Child Abuse Clearance dated 11/23/2020 and 1/21/26. The FBI Clearance on file for Staff Person #5 ias not been updated within the past 60 months. The FBI Clearance is dated 12/16/20. 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. Staff Person #3 may not work at the facility until a new PA State Police Clearance, PA Child Abuse Clearance, and an FBI Clearance are on file. Staff Person #4 may not work at the facility until a new PA State Police Clearance, PA Child Abuse Clearance, and an FBI Clearance are on file. Staff Person #5 may not work at the facility until a new FBI Clearance are on file. TIERED LIS 1. 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. This portion of the plan shall have an immediate correction date. 2. The legal entity must arrange for the legal entity, the director, and anyone responsible for hiring new staff to register for and attend the existing provider orientation conducted by a Regional Office. The operator shall provide a correction date for when the training will be completed. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) 1. 2/10/26 The facility will comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490. Staff person #3 and Staff person # 4 were immediately placed on leave until all clearances are current and submitted to the Executive Director. In addition, staff person #4 is not permitted to return until a current physical is also secured and submitted to the Executive Director. Staff person #5 is permitted to work while fingerprints are being processed, they have been submitted 3 times. However, staff person #5 is permitted to work but not permitted to work in any space where there are children, will use the back doors to enter and exit and use personal facilities on the lower level. (Implemented 3/5/26) 2. 2/25/26 The legal entity and director will attend the Existing Provider Orientation. (Implemented 3/5/26) |
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| 2026-02-10 | Renewal | 3270.65 - Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.65 Description: Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted 2/10/26. At that time, an electrical outlet not equipped with a protective cover was observed just to the ride inside the door of the Dolphin Room, where it was accessible to the preschool children under age five in the classroom. Correction Required: Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) At the time of the site inspection, the field representative asked the staff person to place the protective cap back into the electrical outlet, the cap was directly above the outlet , the Dolphin teacher replaced it immediately. |
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| 2026-02-10 | Renewal | 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.66(a) Description: Locked or inaccessible Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted 2/10/26. At that time, Babyganics sunscreen was observed in a backpack hanging from a hook in the Liddle Kiddles Room approximately 30 inches high, where it was accessible to the older toddlers. The sunscreen was labeled "keep out of reach of children." Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The sunscreen was removed from the child's personal backpack and placed in the office closet until the parent arrives to take it home. All backpacks were then searched, |
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| 2026-02-10 | Renewal | 3270.75(c) - Has all items | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.75(c) Description: Has all items Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted 2/10/26. At that time, the first aid kit in the Explorers Room did not contain bandages. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Bandaids were immediately added to the Explorers backpack at time of inspection. |
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| 2026-02-10 | Renewal | 3270.76 - Building Surfaces | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.76 Description: Building Surfaces Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted 2/10/26. At that time, a hole in the wall was observed in the Infants Room to the right of the entrance just before the changing area. Three water stained ceiling tiles were observed in the Explorers Room. A sharp metal screen covering the unused heater in the Dolphins Room was pushed in, creating sharp areas along the screen. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The hole was immediately covered with duct tape, monthly inspection will ensure it remains intact. |
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| 2025-09-02 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.31(e)(4)(i) - Age and Training | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.31(e)(4)(i) Description: Age and Training Noncompliance Area: An unannounced inspection was conducted 9/2/25. At that time, the preservice training was reviewed for the staff present at the facility. Staff person #3 has not completed Pediatric first aid and CPR training on or before expiration of the most current certification. This is evidenced by the previously documented Pediatric first aid and CPR training on file expiring 8/2025. Documentation of updated Pediatric first aid and CPR training is not on file. Correction Required: Competence is the completion of training by a professional in the field of first-aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). All staff persons shall renew their certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on or before the expiration of the most current certification. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #3 must be supervised, when interacting with children at a minimum by, an AGS who has completed all preservice trainings and has all qualifications to care for children unsupervised. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise staff person #3, then staff person #3 may not work in a child-care position at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff Person #3 was able to find a pediatric FA/CPR course and interpreter completing the course on 9/6/25. Verification included. All staff receive pediatric FA/CPR at one session on a Provisional Development Day. Recognizing her dates are off cycle to the rest of the staff due to interpreting needs, we will begin the process of securing her training session sooner that 90 days prior to the expiration |
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| 2025-08-28 | Complaints- Legal Location | 3270.113(d) - No harsh language | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.113(d) Description: No harsh language Noncompliance Area: Staff Person #1 was observed slamming Child #1, an infant, onto the changing table. Staff Person #1 then pointed their finger in the child's face and yelled, "Now stay there and don't move!" Correction Required: A facility person may not use harsh, demeaning or abusive language in the presence of children. TIERED LIS 1. A facility person may not use harsh, demeaning or abusive language in the presence of children. This portion of the plan shall have an immediate correction date. 2. The legal entity must arrange for Staff Person #1 to complete the training entitled "Big Emotions and Self-Regulation for Adults and Children" through Better Kid Care. The operator shall provide a correction date for when the training will be completed by Staff Person #1. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) 1. 8/27/25 A staff person will never use harsh, demeaning or abusive language in the presence of children. 2. 9/15/25 Staff Person #1 was removed from the classroom and has returned to administrative duties as the caseworker. Training session by Staff Person #1 was completed asap, 9/14/25. Staff person #1 will remain on administrative duties until further notice. (Implemented 9/16/25) |
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| 2025-08-28 | Complaints- Legal Location | 3270.21/3270.113(b) - General Health and Safety/No physical punishment | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.21/3270.113(b) Description: General Health and Safety/No physical punishment Noncompliance Area: Staff Person #1 was observed slamming Child #1, an infant, onto the changing table. Staff Person #1 then pointed their finger in the child's face and yelled, "Now stay there and don't move!" The staff then turned and took a step away from the child while leaving the child on the changing table to retrieve clothes for the child from the child's cubby. This was reported by a witness that was present with Staff Person #2 at the time of the incident. Staff Person #2 stated that they were not going to cause turmoil with other teachers by replacing Staff Person #1 with another staff and left Staff Person #1 to care for the children alone in the classroom. Correction Required: Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. A facility person may not use any form of physical punishment, including spanking a child. TIERED LIS 1. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. A facility person may not use any form of physical punishment, including spanking a child. This portion of the plan shall have an immediate correction date. 2. The legal entity must arrange for Staff Person #1 to complete the training entitled "Infant-Toddler Care: Guiding Behavior" through Better Kid Care. The operator shall provide a correction date for when the training will be completed by Staff Person #1. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) 1. 8/27/25 No staff person will ever use any form of physical punishment, including spanking a child. 2. 9/15/25 Staff Person #1 has been removed from the classroom and is back to administrative duties as the caseworker. A plan of supervision has been implemented and plan effective immediately. Training sessions to be completed by Staff Person #1 asap and not later that 9/16/25. (Implemented 9/16/25) |
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| 2025-02-05 | Renewal | 3270.124(e) - Written emergency plan posted | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(e) Description: Written emergency plan posted Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted 2/5/25. At that time, the emergency transportation plan could not be located in the school age room, the dolphin room, the cricket room, and the explorers room. Correction Required: A written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency shall be displayed conspicuously in every child care space and shall accompany a staff person who leaves on an excursion with children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Each of the classrooms cited received a plan to post at time of inspection. Copies were made from ones posted in the first floor classrooms. |
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| 2025-02-05 | Renewal | 3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1) - Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1) Description: Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted 2/5/25. At that time, the child files were reviewed. The health assessments for Child #2 and Child #3, preschool children, had not been updated in the past year. The most recent health assessment on file for Child #2 was 11/4/22. The most recent health assessment on file for Child #3 was 4/10/23. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The caseworker secured a current health assessment for Child #2 while inspection was being conducted. The family of Child #3 has been notified to provide when available from the physician. |
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| 2025-02-05 | Renewal | 3270.14/3270.21 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21 Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted 2/5/25. At that time, the preservice training for all staff was reviewed. Staff person #4 has completed the health and safety course titled Get Started with Center-Based Care: Building Blocks for Quality (10 hours) dated 10/15/22 but has not completed the required health and safety update course titled Pennsylvania Health and Safety Update 2022 (1 hour) training. 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. Staff person #4 must complete PA Required Health and Safety for Centers-Group Child Care Parts 1 and 2. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) While attempting to register this staff person for the 1 hour session, we learned it was no longer offered. The staff member has completed the PA Required Health and Safety for Centers Part 1 and 2 for a total of 6 hours instead of the 1 hour previously accepted. |
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| 2025-02-05 | Renewal | 3270.151(a) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.151(a) Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted 2/5/25. At that time, the staff files were reviewed. The health assessments on file for Staff Person #1 were dated 2/26/21 and 1/24/24, more than 24 months between health assessments. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) A health assessment was performed between the two dates noted, however the form completed reflecting the assessment is unacceptable to DHS. A current form that meets DHS requirement has been provided to the staff person. |
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| 2025-02-05 | Renewal | 3270.181(c) - Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.181(c) Description: Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted 2/5/25. At that time, the child files were reviewed. The financial agreements had not been updated within the past 6 months for the following children: Child #1, Child #3, and Child #4. The dates of the most recent updates to the fee agreements were: Child #1 7/22/24; Child #3 10/28/20; Child #4 8/30/23. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) A review of all files will be conducted by 2/28/25 to determine dates of next due for all fee/financial agreements. The caseworker will secure fee/financial agreements for the above mentioned families by 2/19/25. |
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| 2025-02-05 | Renewal | 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted 2/5/25. At that time, the staff files were reviewed. The file for Staff Person #1 included a PA State Police clearance in the pending status, but did not include the completed PA State Police Clearance. The file for Staff Person #2 included a PA Child Abuse Clearance dated 9/24/2018, which is more than 60 months old. The file for Staff Person #3, who has been employed longer than 45 days, did not include an NSOR certificate. Staff Person #1 and Staff Person #3 were working together, unsupervised by another staff in the Little Kiddles Room during the inspection. Staff Person #2 was working unsupervised in The Crickets Room during the inspection. 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. Staff Person #1 may not work in a child care position at the facility until a complete PA State Police Clearance is on file. Staff Person #2 may not work in a child care position at the facility until a new PA Child Abuse Clearance is on file. Staff Person #3 may not work in a child care position at the facility until a NSOR Certificate is on file. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The "pending" status was corrected at time of inspection. The clearance was immediately printed and filed. The staff member's file missing the NSOR is submitting a new request. Child Abuse Clearance will be requested. The staff will not be at the center until the updated clearances are on file. |
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| 2025-02-05 | Renewal | 3270.76 - Building Surfaces | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.76 Description: Building Surfaces Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted 2/5/25. At that time, water stained ceiling tiles were observed in the Dolphin Room, the Cricket Room, the Explorer Room, and the Superstars Room. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) All stained tiles will be replaced with new ones or painted if minor. Replacement of the tiles was pending completed roof repairs which has now occurred. |
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| 2025-02-05 | Renewal | 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) - Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Description: Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted 2/5/25. At that time, the thirty day testing log of the fire detection system was reviewed. The system had not been tested within 30 days during the previous year on 3 occasions. The dates of the testing were: 7/1/24, 8/1/24, 9/24/24, 10/16/24, 11/19/24, 12/17/24, 1/15/25, 2/5/25. 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 Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Testing for the fire detection system will be conducted every 30 days as required. Staff mistakenly set up testing for periods exceeding 30 days previously. |
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| 2024-07-16 | Renewal | 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.102(a) Description: Clean and good repair Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted on 7/16/24. At that time, exposed bolts were observed along the fence to both playgrounds. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Bolts were turned outward at time of installation of new fencing by request. Any bolts on original fencing will be capped or turned outward by the contractor so they are not a hazard to children. |
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| 2024-07-16 | Renewal | 3270.102(e) - Infant/toddler - no material less than 1 inch | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.102(e) Description: Infant/toddler - no material less than 1 inch Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted on 7/16/24. At that time, mulch, with a diameter of less than 1 inch, was observed scattered over the toddler playground. Correction Required: Pea gravel and other materials with a diameter of less than 1 inch may not be used in spaces where infants or toddlers receive care. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Toddler playground is cleared every 2-3 months and was last cleared May 29, 2024. It will be cleared by Friday, July 26, 2024. The debris including leaves, sticks, and preschool playground surfacing - engineered wood fiber mulch. |
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| 2024-07-16 | Renewal | 3270.103 - Small Toys and Objects | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.103 Description: Small Toys and Objects Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted on 7/16/24. At that time, plastic bags were observed in an unlocked floor level cabinet in the Tender Tykes Room, where they were accessible to the young and older toddlers in care. Correction Required: Toys and objects with a diameter of less than 1 inch, objects with removable parts that have a diameter of less than 1 inch, plastic bags and styrofoam objects may not be accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Bag was removed at time of physical inspection on 7/16/24. |
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| 2024-07-16 | Renewal | 3270.123(a)(4) - Arrival/departure times | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.123(a)(4) Description: Arrival/departure times Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted on 7/16/24. At that time, the child files were reviewed. The fee agreements for Child #4 and Child #5 did not include the arrival and departure times. Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the child's arrival and departure times. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) New fee agreements have been secured, all areas completed. Forms signed and dated. Copies included of new agreements. |
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| 2024-07-16 | Renewal | 3270.123(a)(5) - Designated release persons | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.123(a)(5) Description: Designated release persons Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted on 7/16/24. At that time, the child files were reviewed. The fee agreements for Child #2 and Child #5 did not include the designated release persons. Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) New fee agreements have been secured. All areas are completed, including designated release persons. All signed and dated. Copies included. |
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| 2024-07-16 | Renewal | 3270.123(a)(6) - Admission date | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.123(a)(6) Description: Admission date Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted on 7/16/24. At that time, the child files were reviewed. The fee agreements for Child #4 and Child #5 did not include the arrival and departure times. Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) New fee agreements have been secured, all areas completed. Forms signed and dated. Copies included of new agreements. |
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| 2024-07-16 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(1) - Child's name, birth date | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(b)(1) Description: Child's name, birth date Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted on 7/16/24. At that time, the child files were reviewed. The emergency contact forms for Child #2, Child #3, Child #4, Child #5, Child #6 and Child #7 did not include the birthdate of the child. Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the name and birth date of the child. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The emergency contact form has been updated to include "DOB" All families noted in violations have completed new forms as indicated by # on child list. All are signed and dated. |
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| 2024-07-16 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(3) - Parent home/work address, phone | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(b)(3) Description: Parent home/work address, phone Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted on 7/16/24. At that time, the child files were reviewed. The emergency contact forms for Child #1 did not include the work address and phone number of the father. The emergency contact forms for Child #6 did not include the work phone number of the parent. Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Child #1 was missing info on admission agreement. The parent has provided the info and it has been added to the emergency contact form. The emergency contact form for Child #6 was completed in its entirety and includes all required info. |
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| 2024-07-16 | Renewal | 3270.131(b)(2) - Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.131(b)(2) Description: Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted on 7/16/24. At that time, the child files were reviewed. The most recent health report in the file of Child #4, a preschool child, was dated 10/18/21. The most recent health report in the file of Child #5, a preschool child, was dated 5/27/21. Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Child #4 and Child #5 submitted 2022 and 2023 physicals from doctor's records. |
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| 2024-07-16 | Renewal | 3270.14/3270.21 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21 Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted on 7/16/24. At that time, the emergency plan was reviewed. The emergency plan did not include a continuity plan for operations in times of an emergency. 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. The OCDEL ANNOUNCEMENT C-22-04 requires facility emergency plans to include continuity of operations during and after an emergency that includes continuing daily operations, backing up or retrieving health and other key records/files and managing financial issues such as paying employees and bills during the aftermath of the disaster. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Continuity plan completed. Copies provided to all classrooms to add to emergency plan. Copy added to emergency plan posted in the office. |
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| 2024-07-16 | Renewal | 3270.151(a) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.151(a) Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted on 7/16/24. At that time, the staff files were reviewed. The health assessments on file for Staff Person #1 were dated 5/7/21 and 8/8/23, more than 24 months between assessments. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Due to multiple other medical appointments, staff was unable to schedule a well visit by expiration and took first available appointment. |
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| 2024-07-16 | Renewal | 3270.171(a) - Pick-up and drop-off points | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.171(a) Description: Pick-up and drop-off points Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted on 7/16/24. At that time, the director stated that a letter notifying the local traffic safety authorities in writing of the facility location had not been sent. Correction Required: An operator shall notify local traffic safety authorities annually in writing of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the child care facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) A written plan/notification was submitted to Bethlehem City Police Department. BPD is unofficially aware of our travel routes as they visit 2x/summer for events. |
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| 2024-07-16 | Renewal | 3270.181(c) - Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.181(c) Description: Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted on 7/16/24. At that time, the child files were reviewed. The fee agreements for Child #2 and Child #6 had not been updated in the past six months. The dates of the last update were 9/20/23 and 1/2/23, respectively. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) New fee agreements are secured. |
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| 2024-07-16 | Renewal | 3270.182(7) - Reports of accidents, injuries and illnesses. Original report - parent same day Copy - facility accident file. Copy - child's file | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.182(7) Description: Reports of accidents, injuries and illnesses. Original report - parent same day Copy - facility accident file. Copy - child's file Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted on 7/16/24. At that time, the incident reports are being given to the parent and a copy is placed in the master file. A copy is not being placed in the child's file. Correction Required: A child's record shall contain reports of accidents, injuries and illnesses involving a child in care at the facility. The original report shall be given to the parent on the day of the incident. The second copy of the report shall be retained at the facility in an accident file. The third copy of the report shall be retained at the facility in the child's file. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) All incident reports now have 2 copies made. Two will have signatures secured by staff at time of end-of-day pick-up. Notice to all staff included. |
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| 2024-07-16 | Renewal | 3270.27(a)(5) - Emergency plan | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.27(a)(5) Description: Emergency plan Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted on 7/16/24. At that time, the emergency plan was reviewed. The emergency plan did not include accommodations for the infants and toddlers enrolled at the facility. Correction Required: The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Emergency plan was updated to include necessary provisions. Formula & breastmilk will be packed and transported with the group. Diapers, wipes, ointments, and creams will be packed and transported with the group. Medications as appropriate will be packed and transported with the group. |
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| 2024-07-16 | Renewal | 3270.31(f) - Health and Safety Training | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.31(f) Description: Health and Safety Training Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted on 7/16/24. At that time, the preservice trainings were reviewed for all staff. Staff Person #2 completed their pediatric first aid/cpr training 2/12/24, more than 90 days after their date of hire. Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff Person #2 was unable to secure training within 90 days of their date of hire. No trainings were available. Staff Person #2 has completed the required preservice training. |
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| 2024-07-16 | Renewal | 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.66(a) Description: Locked or inaccessible Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted on 7/16/24. At that time, a gallon jug labeled "bleach" and Pure Power cleaner with Bleach labeled "keep out of reach of children" were observed on the windowsill approximately 30 inches high next to the sink outside of the bathroom for the Crickets (3 year olds) Room. Both were accessible to the 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Both items were removed and placed in the locked closet at the time of physical inspection. |
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| 2024-07-16 | Renewal | 3270.71 - Heat Source | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.71 Description: Heat Source Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted on 7/16/24. At that time, Child #6 was observed walking into the kitchen to place their plate on the cart used to collect dirty dishes, where the hot stove used to cook lunch was accessible. Correction Required: Hot water pipes and other sources of heat exceeding 110° F that are accessible to children shall be equipped with protective guards or shall be insulated to prevent direct contact. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The child brought the dish to the cart where I was standing and went no further than 3 feet inside the door. Children place their plates, cups, and silverware on the cart after lunch. The cart is then taken to the kitchen by an adult staff member. Children will never have access to heat sources that exceed 110° F. |
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| 2024-07-16 | Renewal | 3270.72(d) - Above ground window opening restricted to 6" | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.72(d) Description: Above ground window opening restricted to 6" Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted on 7/16/24. At that time, windows in all four rooms upstairs and in the stairwell facing the playground were able to be fully opened and were not limited to opening 6 inches or fewer. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Windows are newly installed (past 3 years). Installer has been notified to check every window installed and replace broken safety clips as required to prevent windows above the first floor from opening more than 6 inches. |
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| 2024-07-16 | Renewal | 3270.75(c) - Has all items | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.75(c) Description: Has all items Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted on 7/16/24. At that time, the first aid kit in the Explorers room did not contain 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) All first aid kits will be examined by classroom staff monthly. Tweezers were added during inspection. All supplies will be replenished as necessary - supplies taken from office supply closet and office supplies will be replenished as necessary. |
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| 2024-07-16 | Renewal | 3270.76 - Building Surfaces | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.76 Description: Building Surfaces Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted on 7/16/24. At that time, a part of the outside school age room wall was deteriorating, where chipping pieces of wood and a rusty nail were observed. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Small area was filled in and covered with weather resistant spackling compound. Weather resistant tape will cover when dry. Area made inaccessible with playground storage box. |
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| 2023-08-07 | Renewal | 3270.123(a)(3) - Services proceeded | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.123(a)(3) Description: Services proceeded Noncompliance Area: Child # 1 has not had a child service report completed in over 6 months since 12/20/22. Child # 2 has not had a child service report completed in over 6 months since 5/18/22. Child # 3 has not had a child service report completed in over 6 months since Fall 2022, an Ages & Stages report was completed in January 2023, however that is not accepted as an approved Child Service report by OCDEL. Correction Required: The services to be provided to the family and the child, including the Department's approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided. The operator shall complete and update the form and provide a copy to the family in accordance with the updates regarding emergency contact information in § 3270.124(f) (relating to emergency contact information). |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Caseworker will review w/staff the need for timely filing of OUNCE and work sampling in not only their room binders but caseworkers' files. Caseworker to supply a collection basket for staff to submit reports - no reports are to be in any other area of caseworker's office or central office area. |
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| 2023-08-07 | Renewal | 3270.131(a)/3270.131(d)(5) - Health information/Immunization record | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.131(a)/3270.131(d)(5) Description: Health information/Immunization record Noncompliance Area: Child # 4 enrolled and attending facility over 60 days does not have proof of immunizations on file. Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent of an enrolled child, including a child, a foster child and a relative of an operator or a facility person, to provide an initial health report no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility. A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) As children are enrolled, the caseworker will create a visible list of documentation received and documentation due w/in 30/60 days. Tp be posted w/in caseworker only view as daily reminder of needed info. List provided to Exec director @ time of intake. |
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| 2023-08-07 | Renewal | 3270.131(e)/3270.131(e)(2)(i) - ACIP recommended immunization record /Exemption documentation from parent/guardian | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.131(e)/3270.131(e)(2)(i) Description: ACIP recommended immunization record /Exemption documentation from parent/guardian Noncompliance Area: Child # 1 enrolled and attending facility has not had a flu shot in accordance with the recommendation of the ACIP. Last flu shot administered 1/22/21. Child # 1 does not have a letter of exemption written by a parent or guardian of strong personal objection or religious beliefs for not have a current flu immunization. Correction Required: The facility may not accept or retain an infant 2 months of age or older, a toddler or a preschool child at the facility for more than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility unless the parent provides written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of the dates (month, day and year) the child was administered immunizations in accordance with the recommendations of the ACIP. Exemption from immunization for religious belief or strong personal objection equated to a religious belief shall be documented by a written, signed and dated statement from the child's parent or guardian. The statement shall be kept in the child's record. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Caseworker will track immunizations as forms are timely submitted. Concerns/questions will be asked immediately, and additional information secured. In the event families express objection (s) to immunizations/flu vaccines, a written decline will be secured from families, signed, dated filed. |
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| 2023-08-07 | Renewal | 3270.14/3270.21 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21 Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Noncompliance Area: Staff person # 3 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire: Pediatric First Aid and CPR from a PQAS approved trainer and was observed working alone in the Crickets classroom at the time of the renewal inspection with 5 older toddlers. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff # 3 was transferred to another classroom along with her group of preschool children- supervision provided at all times until CPR/FA secured. Training completed 8/12/23. Certificate included. |
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| 2023-08-07 | Renewal | 3270.151(a) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.151(a) Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter Noncompliance Area: Facility staff # 1 did not have a health assessment on file for over 24 months from 10/16/20 to 6/20/23. Facility staff # 2 has a health assessment on file that is more than 24 months old dated 5/7/21. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff # 1 physical is in place but was secured as "late". Staff #2 secured current physical 8/8/23. Staff notice was provided to all, included. |
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| 2023-08-07 | Renewal | 3270.181(c) - Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.181(c) Description: Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Noncompliance Area: Child # 2 did not have their emergency contact form updated and reviewed in over 6 months from 7/11/22 to 5/15/23. Child # 3 did not have their emergency contact forms or fee agreements updated and reviewed in over 6 months from 12/8/22 to 6/12/23. Child # 4 did not have their emergency contact form updated and reviewed in over 6 months from 3/25/22 to 6/22/23. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Caseworker will create a spreadsheet that includes children's names, DOB, date of enrollment and columns to note date of upcoming emergency contacts (due dates) as well as all other info required by DHS. Caseworker will contact families prior to date needed to be compliant. |
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| 2023-08-07 | Renewal | 3270.192(5) - Two written references | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.192(5) Description: Two written references Noncompliance Area: Facility staff # 3 did not have 2 references on file at time of hire. References were on file 7/12/23 and 7/14/23. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Review with site director the importance and need to secure ALL DHS required documentation prior to the date of hire. Without ALL documentation hire date will be extended. |
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| 2023-08-07 | Renewal | 3270.27(a)(6) - Emergency plan | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.27(a)(6) Description: Emergency plan Noncompliance Area: The facility does not have an emergency drill documented and on file at the facility that they conducted since last year's inspection. Correction Required: Emergency drills shall be conducted annually. Annual emergency drills shall be documented and on file at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff notice provided, as well as a copy of emergency drill log from DHS website, to ensure all staff are aware of this regulation. Additional discussion to be held @ next staff meeting. An emergency drill was conducted. |
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| 2023-08-07 | Renewal | 3270.31(f)/3270.31(f)(10) - Health and Safety Training/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.31(f)/3270.31(f)(10) Description: Health and Safety Training/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR Noncompliance Area: Staff person # 3 did not complete the required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire: 10 Hour Revised 2022 Health and Safety training. Facility staff # 3 completed the health and safety training on 1/21/23. Staff person # 5 did not complete the required one-hour update to the health and safety training by 12/30/22. Staff person # 5 completed the training on 2/8/23. Staff person # 6 did not complete the required one-hour update to the health and safety training by 12/30/22. Staff person # 7 did not complete the required one-hour update to the health and safety training by 12/30/22. Staff person # 7 completed the training on 7/19/23. Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10. Staff persons shall complete professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire. Staff person # 3 will have until 8/25/23 to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person # 3 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an AGS who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff available to supervise staff person # 3, staff person # 3 may not work in a childcare position at the facility. Staff person # 5 will have until 8/25/23 to complete the required 1-hour update to the health and safety training. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff person # 3 registered , completed and successfully passed the required pediatric FA/CPR class on 8/12/23- certificate included . Staff person # 5 will complete the 1 hour H & S update by 8/21/23. Staff notice given reminding each of need to be diligent about DHS requirements to ensure continued employment. (Included). |
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| 2023-08-07 | Renewal | 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Noncompliance Area: Facility staff # 4 hired and working in childcare does not have proof of a DHS FBI fingerprint taken. Facility staff # 3 has a Department of Education FBI clearance on file that is not accepted by DHS. Facility staff # 4 did not have a disclosure statement signed at time of hire. Disclosure completed 7/13/23. Facility staff #4 only has a 1-hour mandated reporter training completed not the required 3-hour mandated reporter training. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Facility Person # 4 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Employee provided w/ notice of suspension stating return to work is contingent on securing DHS FBI fingerprint, staff member has Dept. Of Ed version. Notice included. |
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| 2022-07-29 | Renewal | 3270.181(c) - Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.181(c) Description: Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Noncompliance Area: Child # 1, 2 & 3 have fee agreements on file that have not been updated in more than 6 months from the last parental review. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Fee agreements for child 1,2 & 3 will be updated asap. |
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| 2022-07-29 | Renewal | 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Noncompliance Area: Facility staff # 2 has mandated reporter training on file that is not a DHS approved course for child care providers. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Facility staff # 2 will complete an approved mandated reporter training immediately. |
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| 2022-07-29 | Renewal | 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) - Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Description: Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance Noncompliance Area: Facility did not test the fire alarm system in over 30 days from 6/2/22 to 7/8/22. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Facility alarm system was tested on 7/8/22. |
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| 2021-11-18 | Renewal | 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.102(a) Description: Clean and good repair Noncompliance Area: The out door play space fence on the back end inside green area of the infant / toddler play space has sharp, rough edges of the fence wires sticking out in 4 spots where the fence should attach. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The fence was secured with duct tape during the annual inspection. Staff will continue to monitor for additional issues until a contractor is able to repair or replace the fencing. |
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| 2021-11-18 | Renewal | 3270.105 - High Chairs | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.105 Description: High Chairs Noncompliance Area: 2 high chairs in the infant room do not have t shaped safety straps. Correction Required: High chairs shall have a wide base and a T-shaped safety strap. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Both highchairs were put in the trash dumpster. 3rd has t strap and continues to be used. 2 new highchairs have been received and in use. Using 3 highchairs and all have t straps. |
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| 2021-11-18 | Renewal | 3270.133(5) - Original label | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.133(5) Description: Original label Noncompliance Area: Top Care Triple Antibiotic ointment for child # 1 expired in 10/2021. Correction Required: Medication shall be stored in accordance with the manufacturer's or health professional's instructions on the original label. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The medication was sent home on 11/18/21- the same day it was brought into the center and classroom. |
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| 2021-11-18 | Renewal | 3270.192(2)(iv) - Transcript, diploma and letters | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.192(2)(iv) Description: Transcript, diploma and letters Noncompliance Area: Facility staff # 1 hired on 3/2/21 and working as a group supervisor, does not have proof of education on file. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) High school diploma was missing , college course transcript is on file. The official HS transcript has been secured and is on file - also included with the plan of correction. |
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| 2021-11-18 | Renewal | 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.66(a) Description: Locked or inaccessible Noncompliance Area: There was hand sanitizer on the lunch room counter that the preschool children were eating in and have access to. Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) After use the bottle was placed in the wall cabinet top shelf , out of reach of children. |
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| 2021-11-18 | Renewal | 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) - Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Description: Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance Noncompliance Area: The fire testing log documented that the fire alarm system was not tested in more than 30 days from 8/4/21 to 9/10/21 to 10/12/21 to 11/15/21. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Fire detection systems will be tested monthly and within 30 days of each test. System was tested during annual inspection on 11/18/21 and next test will be no later than 12/16/21. |
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| 2019-08-22 | Renewal | 3270.123(a)(3) - Services proceeded | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: During the Renewal Inspection on 8/22/2019, Child #3 and Child #4 did not have updated child service reports within the previous 6 months on file. Correction Required: The services to be provided to the family and the child, including the Department's approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided. The operator shall complete and update the form and provide a copy to the family in accordance with the updates regarding emergency contact information in 3270.124(f) (relating to emergency contact information). |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Child Service Reports are filed separately in the Caseworker's office. During inspection, the service report file was not located until after field rep. was finished. Child Service Reports are now going to be filed in the child's file and a second set filed separately is necessary. Copies included. |
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| 2019-08-22 | Renewal | 3270.131(a)/3270.131(d)(5) - Within 60 days/Immunization record | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: During the Renewal Inspection on 8/22/2019, Child #1 and Child #2 did not have initial health assessments on file. Child #1 and Child #2 also did not have a full record showing updated immunizations according to recommendations of the ACIP on file. Both Child #1 and Child #2 had been enrolled at the facility for more than 60 days on 8/22/2019. Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent of an enrolled child, including a child, a foster child and a relative of an operator or a facility person, to provide an initial health report no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility. A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) All children will have current physical and immunization record on file within 30 days of enrollment. If documentation is not submitted, the child will be discharged until secured. Copies included. |
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| 2019-08-22 | Renewal | 3270.76 - Building Surfaces | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: During the Renewal Inspection on 8/22/2019, part of the fence in the corner of the outdoor playground was observed to be down. The wooden railing leading into the modular classroom was also observed to have sharp wood exposed with a risk of splinters. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The fence has been repaired in it's entirety-pictures included. The handrails were removed, replaced and painted: pictures included. |
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| 2018-08-16 | Renewal | 3270.151(a) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Staff #5 was recently hired, but did not have a current health assessment with a tuberculin skin test for initial employment on file on 8/28/2018. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff have been reminded of regulation and time limits as it pertains to health assessments. Also staff were reminded that the responsibility is theirs to return to physically secure documentation from the physician's office when they hold until able to complete. All health assessments will be secured timely, both for new staff and those who are in the 24 month renewal cycle. |
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| 2018-08-16 | Renewal | 3270.192(5) - Two written references | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Staff #5 was recently hired, but did not have any written, nonfamily references on file on 8/28/2018. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Newly hired staff files will be given closer attention by Site Director to ensure all required documentation is secured timely. A double check system will assist with this issue. In addition staff will be provided with a complete list of all documentation that is required to be completed with all DHS regulations. References in question were at home but had not been submitted prior to inspection date. |
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| 2018-08-16 | Renewal | 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: On 8/28/2018, Staff #1 and Staff #2 did not have completed FBI clearances on file as required by the Child Protective Services Law (CPSL). The FBI clearance for Staff #1 read record exists, but does not prohibit hire in a child care position. The FBI clearance was missing the attachment that goes with the clearance. The FBI clearance for Staff #2 was from the Department of Education. The 2nd page with the record status was missing. Staff #3 and Staff #4 both have been employed since 8/29/2017, but the mandated reporter training as required by the CPSL to be completed within 90 days of hire was not on file for Staff #3 and Staff #4 on 8/28/2018. 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. Staff #1 and Staff #2 may not work in a child care position at the facility until they have current completed FBI clearances on file. All staff must have proof of completion of the mandated reporter training within 90 days of hire. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The file w/record was seen at time FBI was received bit not kept on site due to privacy concerns. Unable to be relocated, staff member was reprinted. All staff have been guided over the past three years file for printing via DHS only. #1 and #2 both reprinted. All staff have documentation of mandated reporter training- due to missing employee files, both retook the training. Moving forward staff will complete the training and submit documentation within 30 days. |
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| 2018-08-16 | Renewal | 3270.72(d) - Above ground window opening restricted to 6" | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: On 8/16/2018, several windows in the 2nd floor classrooms accessible to children opened more than 6 inches. On 8/28/2018, there was still one window in a 2nd floor classroom that 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) All windows including, newly replaced have been verified locked and remain locked as per regulation. Staff, administrative and classroom have been rebriefed about the regulation and responsibility each has to conduct routine lock checks especially after work/repairs have been done to the area. The one window in question is an original to the building and was difficult to keep securely locked; that issue has been corrected. |
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| 2018-06-13 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.119 - Infant sleep position | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Staff #1 and Staff #2 were observed supervising a group of infants on 6/13/2018. Child #1, age 5 months was observed sleeping in an infant seat on 6/13/2018. Rep. observed that Child #1 remained asleep in the infant seat for 7 more minutes. Rep. asked Staff #1 how long the child had been sleeping in the infant seat. Staff #1 stated for 15 to 20 minutes. Correction Required: Infants shall be placed in the sleeping position recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics unless there is a medical reason an infant should not sleep in this position. The medical reason shall be documented in a statement signed by a physician, physician's assistant or CRNP and placed in the child's record at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Infants are placed on their backs and in their cribs to sleep only. In the event an infant falls asleep while in the swing they are immediately moved to their crib. Infants are not permitted to sleep when in the swing. Both staff noted, as well as all substitutes have been retrained/rebriefed regarding DHS regulation and AAP guidelines for safe sleep. |
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| 2017-08-04 | Renewal | 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: On the date of this inspection, staff files were reviewed. Staff file 2 and 3 did not contain a health assessment. Staff file 4 had a health assessment dated 4/29/15 but the file did not contain an updated health assessment. Staff file # 5 had a date of hire of 7/20/17 and the file did not contain a health assessment or documentation/proof of a tuberculosis screening with results. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The provider will request and obtain on the listed staff as appropriate to the staff a health assessment/tuberculosis screening results. The provider will keep this documentation in the staff's files at all times. In the future the provider will ensure all newly hired staff are hired with documentation of a health assessment and tuberculosis screening results and will ensure all health assessments are updated every 24 months thereafter. |
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| 2017-08-04 | Renewal | 3270.151(c)(1)/3270.151(c)(2) - Physical examination/Mantoux TB | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: On the date of this inspection, staff files were reviewed. Staff file 2 and 3 did not contain a health assessment. Staff file 4 had a health assessment dated 4/29/15 but the file did not contain an updated health assessment. Staff file # 5 had a date of hire of 7/20/17 and the file did not contain a health assessment or documentation/proof of a tuberculosis screening with results. Correction Required: An adult health assessment must include a physical examination. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The provider will request and obtain on the listed staff as appropriate to the staff a health assessment/tuberculosis screening results. The provider will keep this documentation in the staff's files at all times. In the future the provider will ensure all newly hired staff are hired with documentation of a health assessment and tuberculosis screening results and will ensure all health assessments are updated every 24 months thereafter. |
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| 2017-08-04 | Renewal | 3270.192(2)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iv) - Exp, educ., training prior to facility/Transcript, diploma and letters | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: On the date of this inspection, staff files were reviewed. Staff file 5 had a date of hire of 7/20/17 and the file did not contain documentation or proof of education. Correction Required: A facility person`s record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The provider will request and obtain from the listed staff documentation/proof of education and will keep this documentation in the staff's file at all times. In the future all newly hired staff will be hired with proof of education and this documentation will be maintained in the staff's files at all times. |
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