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Inspection/Report History
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| 2026-07-30 | NS- Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.106(f) - 2 feet apart | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.106(f) Description: 2 feet apart Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 7/30/26 two cots in the Toddler Room, and one cot in the Preschool 1 Classroom did not have at least 2 feet of space on three sides while in use. Correction Required: At least 2 feet of space is required on three sides of a bed, cot, crib or other rest equipment while the equipment is in use. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Provider moved the cots to ensure that each crib had at least 2 feet of space on three sides while in use during the inspection. |
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| 2026-07-30 | NS- Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.14/3270.21 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21 Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Noncompliance Area: Staff persons #1,2,3,4,5 and 6--- does not have acceptable pediatric first aid/CPR training in an approved curriculum 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 persons shall complete professional development in the topics of 3270.31(f)(10) within 90 days of hire. Staff persons # 1,2,3,4,5 and 6--- must do one of the following: provide documentation that the trainer has become PQAS-certified or at least is on the waiting list, request the instructor provide documentation, such as their Pediatric First-Aid/CPR Instructor Card from the PQAS-approved organization or the approved curriculum organization, that the instructor is approved to offer Pediatric First-Aid/CPR training on behalf of their organization, or receive pediatric first-aid/CPR training in an approved curriculum by a PQAS-certified trainer. Operational plan was obtained from Staff person #1 onsite- Facility will care for 25 children in the Kindergarten room and dismiss at 12:30 pm on 7/31/26 and 8/3/26 if needed. |
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| 2026-05-28 | NS- Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.52 - Mixed Age Level | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.52 Description: Mixed Age Level Noncompliance Area: Continued Non-compliance- During the inspection on 4/16/26 staff person #1 was observed in the activity room with 13 children alone, the youngest child was an older toddler. Staff person #2 was observed at 9:22am in the dining room with seven children alone, the youngest child was a young toddler. The facility's acceptable plan of correction indicated that I will have to hire someone else to come in early to supervise the activity room and keep the ratio correct 1 adult for every 5 children. Current Observation: During the inspection on 5/28/26 staff persons # 1,2 and 3 were observed with 21 children in the outdoor play space, the youngest child was a young toddler. Correction Required: When children are grouped in mixed age levels, the age of the youngest child in the group determines the staff:child ratio and maximum group size in accordance with the requirements in § 3270.51 (relating to similar age level). |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) I will keep an eye on the children in the activity room and make sure I have early staff people assigned to arrive by 8:30 am. The child staff ratio will be corrected. I will start docking |
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| 2026-04-16 | NS- Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.124(c) - Each child care space | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(c) Description: Each child care space Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 4/16/2026 the Preschool 1 and the Toddler room did not have emergency contact information present in a child care space for all of the children receiving care in the space. Correction Required: When children are in the facility, emergency contact information shall be present in a child care space for children receiving care in the space. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) All staff have been reminded that they need to have their emergency book with them at all times outside of the classroom. |
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| 2026-04-16 | NS- Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.52 - Mixed Age Level | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.52 Description: Mixed Age Level Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 4/16/26 staff person #1 was observed in the activity room with 13 children alone, the youngest child was an older toddler. Staff person #2 was observed at 9:22am in the dining room with seven children alone, the youngest child was a young toddler. Correction Required: When children are grouped in mixed age levels, the age of the youngest child in the group determines the staff:child ratio and maximum group size in accordance with the requirements in § 3270.51 (relating to similar age level). |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) I will have to hire someone else to come in early to supervise the activity room and keep the ratio correct 1 adult for every 5 children. |
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| 2026-03-31 | NS- Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.113(a) - Supervised at all times | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.113(a) Description: Supervised at all times Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 3/31/26 child #1 was observed alone unsupervised by facility staff with individual#2 for OT in Preschool 1 classroom. Correction Required: Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) We will continue to monitor all therapists in our center. That day was an exception because we took all students outside because of the beautiful weather. Therapist siaid she would finish up and bring him outside. |
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| 2026-03-31 | NS- Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.124(c) - Each child care space | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(c) Description: Each child care space Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 3/31/2026 the activity room did not have emergency contact information present in a child care space for all of the children receiving care in the space. Correction Required: When children are in the facility, emergency contact information shall be present in a child care space for children receiving care in the space. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Provider brought binder of emergency contacts into the activity room during the inspection. |
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| 2025-07-28 | NS- Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.124(c) - Each child care space | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(c) Description: Each child care space Noncompliance Area: Ongoing non-compliance- During the inspection 7/28/25 staff person#1 was observed with 8 children in the School Age classroom and did not have any of the emergency contact forms for the children present. Correction Required: When children are in the facility, emergency contact information shall be present in a child care space for children receiving care in the space. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Childcare information will be present in the space that children occupy. |
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| 2025-05-09 | NS- Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.14/3270.21 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21 Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Noncompliance Area: Continued non-compliance- Continued Non-Compliance: On 4/14/25 a unannounced monitoring inspection was conducted at the facility. Facility person #1-- was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Facility person #1-- had not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: (mandated reporter training). The facility's acceptable plan of correction indicated the correction would be implemented by 4/29/25. On 5/9/25 an unannounced inspection was conducted. Facility person #1-- still has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: (mandated reporter 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations. State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. Until such time as the required pre-service trainings are completed, facility person #1-- must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an AGS who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise facility person #1--, facility person #1-- may not work in a child-care position at the facility. |
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| 2025-05-09 | NS- Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Noncompliance Area: Ongoing non-compliance- During the inspection on 4/14/25 the file for facility person #1 did not include a current state police clearance, Child abuse, DHS FBI clearance and NSOR clearance. On 5/9/25 the file for facility person #1 still did not have a state police clearance. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person #1 -- may not work in a child care position at the facility. A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #1--- 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.) I did send documents for Person #1 to inspector after her visit on May 9th. I told her at the time of her visit, that everything was completed and she said, "send me pictures". I did. |
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| 2025-05-09 | NS- Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.61 - Measurement and use of indoor child care space | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.61 Description: Measurement and use of indoor child care space Noncompliance Area: Ongoing non-compliance-During the inspection on 5/9/25 Activity Room/Music Room was observed as being storage (a riding/spinning apparatus, and other items were observed that are not appropriate to be in the child care space). The classroom was not set up for active child care space. Correction Required: Measurement and use of inodoor child care space. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) I did send a copy of the floor plan for the Performing arts room on the second floor. It has been maintained and not a storage space or a child space. As I said before, this was never used as a classroom. |
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| 2025-05-09 | NS- Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.66(a) Description: Locked or inaccessible Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 5/9/2025 a toxics (a bag of Ice Melt salt) was observed accessible to children in a hallway, the label on the toxic states" 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.) Our maintenance man bought a bag of salt on sale for next winter. It was not opened. I have to remind him to store it right away when it is purchased. |
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| 2025-05-09 | NS- Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.76 - Building Surfaces | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.76 Description: Building Surfaces Noncompliance Area: Ongoing noncompliance- During the inspection on 5/9/25 two tiles were observed cracked in the dining 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.) This is the second time we had to fix the same tiles. I have fixed them and covered them with a rug since this seems to be a high traffic area. I did send pictures to inspector for this correction. |
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| 2024-05-22 | Renewal | 3270.113(a) - Supervised at all times | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.113(a) Description: Supervised at all times Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 5/22/2024 child #5 was observed alone unsupervised in the Boys bathroom on the 1st floor at 9:04 am. Correction Required: Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) We will not send a child to the bathroom alone. The child in question was sent by the parent when he was brought in and this will not happen again. Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. |
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| 2024-05-22 | Renewal | 3270.113(a)(1) - Staff assigned to specific children | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.113(a)(1) Description: Staff assigned to specific children Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 5/22/2024 staff person #3 did not know how many children that they were specifically assigned supervision of. Correction Required: Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The staff person in question was instructed to know her children and keep them in her vision, when they are at play in the classroom or outside. |
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| 2024-05-22 | Renewal | 3270.123(a) - Signed | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.123(a) Description: Signed Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 5/22/2024 the file records for child #6 did not include a financial agreement form signed by the operator and parent. Correction Required: An agreement shall be signed by the operator and the parent. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The file record for child #6 was updated to include a financial agreement form signed by the operator and parent. |
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| 2024-05-22 | Renewal | 3270.123(a)(4) - Arrival/departure times | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.123(a)(4) Description: Arrival/departure times Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 5/22/2024 the file records for child # 1did not include an agreement that specified the child's 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.) Arrival time and Departure time was added to the agreement on 4/24/24. |
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| 2024-05-22 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(3) - Parent home/work address, phone | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(b)(3) Description: Parent home/work address, phone Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 5/22/24 the file records for child #1,2,3,4, 5, and 6 did not include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent on the emergency contact form. 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 parents of students 1,2,3,4 and 5 added the home and work addresses and telephone numbers per my request to complete their application. |
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| 2024-05-22 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(6) - Insurance coverage information | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(b)(6) Description: Insurance coverage information Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 5/22/2022 the file records for child # 1,2 did not include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits on the emergency contact form. Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Insurance Policy numbers were added to Child #1 and #2 applications in their file. |
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| 2024-05-22 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(b)(7) Description: Name/address/phone release person Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 5/22/24 the file records for child # 2,4,5, and 6 did not include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released on emergency contact form. Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Children 2, 4 and 5 families have completed the requested information. Child #6 will not be permitted to return until application and important medical info are in his file. |
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| 2024-05-22 | Renewal | 3270.124(f) - Updated every 6 months | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(f) Description: Updated every 6 months Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 5/22/2024 the file records for child #1,2,3,4,5 and 6 did not include an update in writing emergency contact information once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information. Correction Required: The parent shall update in writing emergency contact information once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) We will plan the emergency contact review in March of each year - 6 months after enrollment. I am sorry that I did not get this done until May. I did notify parents on our January Calendar that all changes in info should be reported to the office. The parent shall update in writing emergency contact information once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information. |
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| 2024-05-22 | Renewal | 3270.131(a) - Health information | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.131(a) Description: Health information Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 5/22/24 the file records for child #6 (start date: 9/5/23) did not include an initial health assessment . 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) This child was not enrolled in our program at the time of inspection. He could not remain because of his need for a rap around or special services. He was defiant and a threat to the wellbeing of other children. He did not last in our facility for more than 2 weeks. |
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| 2024-05-22 | Renewal | 3270.131(d)(7)/3270.131(d)(8) - Free from contagious/communicable disease/Age appropriate screenings complete | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.131(d)(7)/3270.131(d)(8) Description: Free from contagious/communicable disease/Age appropriate screenings complete Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 5/22/24 the file records for child # 1 did not include a health assessment that included a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease and did not include a health assessment that included a statement that age-appropriate screenings recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics were conducted since the time of the previous health report required by this section. Correction Required: A health report shall include a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease. A health report shall include a statement that age-appropriate screenings recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics were conducted since the time of the previous health report required by this section. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Parent of Child#1 was given our Child Health Assessment and will give it to the child's pediatrician for completion. |
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| 2024-05-22 | Renewal | 3270.14/3270.21 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21 Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Noncompliance Area: Staff person #2--- has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): (Pediatric First Aid & CPR). During the inspection on 5/22/2024 the facility had an emergency plan that did not address volunteer emergency preparedness training, practice drills, and continuity of operations. 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 person(s) shall complete professional development in the topics of 3270.31(f)(1 -- 10) within 90 days of hire. Staff person #2-- will have until 6/6/2024 to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #2--- 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 #2--, staff person #2-- may not work in a child-care position at the facility. Provider will update the emergency plan to address volunteer emergency preparedness training, practice drills, and continuity of operations. |
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| 2024-05-22 | Renewal | 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 5/22/2024 the file for staff person #3 did not include a health assessment. The file record for staff person #4 did not include an acceptable health assessment (does not include suitability of staff person working in child care). 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.) Staff person #3 and #4 both now have acceptable health assessment form and copies have been placed in their file. |
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| 2024-05-22 | Renewal | 3270.18(a) - On file at facility | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.18(a) Description: On file at facility Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 5/22/2024 the facility did not have liability insurance on file. Correction Required: The legal entity shall have comprehensive general liability insurance to cover the persons who are on the premises. A current copy of the insurance policy shall be on file at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The plan to correct this is to ensure there is always have a copy of the liability insurance on file. |
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| 2024-05-22 | Renewal | 3270.192(1) - Name, address, and phone | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.192(1) Description: Name, address, and phone Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 5/22/2024 the file record for staff person #3 did not include the name, address and telephone number of the facility person. Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include the name, address and telephone number of the facility person. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The name, address and telephone number has been put on staff person #3 records |
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| 2024-05-22 | Renewal | 3270.192(2)(i) - Age | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.192(2)(i) Description: Age Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 5/22/24 the file record for staff persons # 3 did not include verification of age. Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include verification of age. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Saff Member #3 has a copy of her state ID and copy of birth certificate in her file. |
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| 2024-05-22 | Renewal | 3270.192(5) - Two written references | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.192(5) Description: Two written references Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 5/22/2024 the file records for staff person#3 did not include two written, non-family references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. 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.) 2 References are now on file for staff person #3. |
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| 2024-05-22 | Renewal | 3270.25(a) - Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.25(a) Description: Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 5/22/2024 the facility did not have information on how to access the regulations electronically and with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional child care office. Correction Required: The facility's current certificate of compliance shall be posted in a conspicuous location used by parents. The operator shall provide the parent of each child enrolled with information on how to access the regulations in this chapter electronically and with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional child care office. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The books and posters were always located in the back hallway before Conid. Since we limit access past the front lobby, we have moved the books and posters up to the front lobby. |
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| 2024-05-22 | Renewal | 3270.27(c) - Training regarding plan | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.27(c) Description: Training regarding plan Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 5/23/24 the file record for staff person #3 did not include emergency plan training. Correction Required: The operator shall assure that each facility person receives training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment, on an annual basis and at the time of each plan update. The operator shall document the date of each training and the names of all facility persons who received the training and kept on file at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff member #3 has had the emergency plan training and a coy of the training has been placed in their file. |
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| 2024-05-22 | Renewal | 3270.27(f) - Emergency plan | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.27(f) Description: Emergency plan Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 5/22/2024 it was determined that the operator did not send a copy of the emergency plan and subsequent plan updates to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency. Correction Required: The operator shall send a copy of the emergency plan and subsequent plan updates to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) A copy of the emergency plan and subsequent plan has been provided to the municipality. Once the director gets in contact with county emergency management agency the paperwork will be submitted. We are waiting on the emergency agency to get back in touch we left a message. |
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| 2024-05-22 | Renewal | 3270.31(e)(4)(ii) - Fire safety - 1 yr. | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Description: Fire safety - 1 yr. Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 5/23/24 the file record for staff person #1,2 and 4 did not include fire safety training Correction Required: Staff persons shall participate, at least annually, in firesafety training conducted by a fire protection professional. Staff persons and volunteers shall receive training in maintenance of smoke detectors, the duties of facility persons during a fire drill and during a fire and the use of the facility's fire extinguishers, not including discharge of the fire suppressant agent. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff person #1,2 and 4 has taking the fire safety training and a copy has been placed in their file. |
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| 2024-05-22 | Renewal | 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 5/22/2024 staff person #3 was observed providing direct child care and did not have a completed State Police Clearance, proof of finger printing and did not have a NSOR. Facility Person #3--- may not work in a child care position at the facility. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services) LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person #3 -- may not work in a child care position at the facility. A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #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 persons #3 were removed from providing direct child care at the COB 5/22/24. Staff persons #3 will not provide direct child care at the facility until CPSL requirements are fulfilled. |
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| 2024-05-22 | Renewal | 3270.34(a)(6) - Staff evaluations | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.34(a)(6) Description: Staff evaluations Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 5/23/24 the file records for staff #2 and 4 did not include a written evaluation. Correction Required: A director is responsible for written evaluation of staff persons on a regular basis, a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff person #2 and #4 written evaluation has been updated and a copy has been placed in their file. |
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| 2024-05-22 | Renewal | 3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) - HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) Description: HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 5/22/2024 the file records for staff person #3 did not include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility. Correction Required: An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff person #3 has a letter of childcare experience, education and other training and a copy has been placed in their file. |
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| 2024-05-22 | Renewal | 3270.61 - Measurement and use of indoor child care space | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.61 Description: Measurement and use of indoor child care space Noncompliance Area: During the inspection 5/22/24 Performing Arts Room was observed as being storage. The classroom was not set up for active child care space. Correction Required: Measurement and use of inodoor child care space. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The Performing Art Room is no longer being used for storage. The room has been set up for childcare indoor play. |
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| 2024-05-22 | Renewal | 3270.65 - Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.65 Description: Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 5/22/24 an electrical outlet in Kindergarten classroom were observed not having protective receptacle covers inside of them. 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.) All the electrical outlets have covers on them. |
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| 2024-05-22 | Renewal | 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.66(a) Description: Locked or inaccessible Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 5/22/2024 toxics were observed accessible to children in the Performing Arts Room (Cleaning products, Fabuloso and Lysol) and the Kindergarten Classroom (1 can of wall paint) and stairway was observed having toxics (14 cans of wall paint) that indicated "keep out of reach of children" on the labels. This poses a threat to the health and safety of 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.) All the toxics materials were removed from the performance arts room, the kindergarten classroom and under the stairway. The toxics materials have been safety stored and away from the children. |
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| 2024-05-22 | Renewal | 3270.69(b) - 110º F or less | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.69(b) Description: 110º F or less Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 5/22/24 the hot water temperature measured 130.6° F. Correction Required: Hot water temperature, in areas accessible to children, may not exceed 110° F. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) All the hot water tanks temperature has been turned down and the temperature does not exceed 110 F. |
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| 2024-05-22 | Renewal | 3270.71 - Heat Source | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.71 Description: Heat Source Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 5/22/24 hot water pipes that did not have covering/installation were observed accessible to children in the Kindergarten classroom. This poses a threat to the health and safety of children. Correction Required: Hot water pipes and other sources of heat exceeding 110° F that are accessible to children shall be equipped with protective guards or shall be insulated to prevent direct contact. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The pipes in the kindergarten classroom are not hot water pipes because there is no hot water on this side of the building beside the kitchen. They are either rain or exhaust pipes however, I will cover them with insulation tape to ensure they are safe. |
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| 2024-05-22 | Renewal | 3270.76 - Building Surfaces | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.76 Description: Building Surfaces Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 5/22/2024 a tile was observed having a hole in the Kindergarten classroom. A hallway was observed having missing ceiling tiles, and soiled tiles. 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.) We have taken care of all soiled tiles or missing tiles from the upstairs floors. They have all been replaced |
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| 2024-05-22 | Renewal | 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.77(a) Description: No peeling paint or plaster Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 5/22/2024 a hallway was observed having peeling paint. Correction Required: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Peeling paint spots have been sanded and painted. |
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| 2024-05-22 | Renewal | 3270.82(h) - Handwashing signs | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.82(h) Description: Handwashing signs Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 5/22/2024 the Girls Bathroom on the 1st floor and the sink near the front door did not have a handwashing sign near the sink. Correction Required: A facility person and an able child shall wash his hands after toileting and before eating. A sign on which this requirement is written shall be posted at each toilet, training chair, diapering area and sink in the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Sign has been replaced since bathroom was painted. The all say: "a facility person and an all child shall wash hands after toileting & before eating". |
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| 2024-05-22 | Renewal | 3270.91(a) - Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.91(a) Description: Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 5/22/2024 a stairway was observed having a ladder and other equipment/furniture blocking the stairway. Correction Required: Stairways, hallways, exits from rooms, exits from the facility and other means of egress serving as an exit shall be unobstructed. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) We have removed anything that will block an exit from our building. Ladder has been removed. Only stairway blocked is to the third floor. There will never be anyone on the third floor. It is only used for storage. |
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| 2023-12-20 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.113(a) - Supervised at all times | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.113(a) Description: Supervised at all times Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 12/20/2023 staff person #1 was observed in office approximately from 12:32 pm-12:34pm with the department agent and staff person #4 leaving 6 children alone unsupervised in the Toddler room. Child #1 was observed walking alone from one classroom to another unsupervised on the second floor. Individual #2 was observed at approximately 12:40 pm with 7 children alone in the Preschool 2 Classroom while staff person #3 was in the bathroom with child #3. Individual #2 is not an employee of the facility. Child #2 was sent upstairs from the front door to his classroom alone unsupervised at approximately 12:56 pm. Staff person #4 said that child #2 is 5 years old and can walk upstairs by themselves when the department agent addressed the lack of supervision. . Correction Required: Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises will be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises. |
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| 2023-12-20 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.113(a) - Supervised at all times | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.113(a) Description: Supervised at all times Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 12/20/2023 staff person #1 was observed in office approximately from 12:32 pm-12:34pm with the department agent and staff person #4 leaving 6 children alone unsupervised in the Toddler room. Child #1 was observed walking alone from one classroom to another unsupervised on the second floor. Individual #2 was observed at approximately 12:40 pm with 7 children alone in the Preschool 2 Classroom while staff person #3 was in the bathroom with child #3. Individual #2 is not an employee of the facility. Child #2 was sent upstairs from the front door to his classroom alone unsupervised at approximately 12:56 pm. Staff person #4 said that child #2 is 5 years old and can walk upstairs by themselves when the department agent addressed the lack of supervision. . Correction Required: Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises. TIERED LIS: Children must be supervised at all times. The legal entity must submit documentation in a format approved by DHS proving that the facility procedure for counting children is followed at all times e.g., a checklist. The legal entity will confirm continuing compliance by sending copies of the documentation to the Regional Office of Child Development and Early Learning on a weekly basis for a period of three months after DHS approves the documentation format. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The legal entity must submit documentation in a format approved by DHS proving that the facility procedure for counting children is followed at all times e.g., a checklist. The legal entity will confirm continuing compliance by sending copies of the documentation to the Regional Office of Child Development and Early Learning on a weekly basis for a period of three months after DHS approves the documentation format. |
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| 2023-12-20 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.113(a) - Supervised at all times | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.113(a) Description: Supervised at all times Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 12/20/2023 staff person #1 was observed in office approximately from 12:32 pm-12:34pm with the department agent and staff person #4 leaving 6 children alone unsupervised in the Toddler room. Child #1 was observed walking alone from one classroom to another unsupervised on the second floor. Individual #2 was observed at approximately 12:40 pm with 7 children alone in the Preschool 2 Classroom while staff person #3 was in the bathroom with child #3. Individual #2 is not an employee of the facility. Child #2 was sent upstairs from the front door to his classroom alone unsupervised at approximately 12:56 pm. Staff person #4 said that child #2 is 5 years old and can walk upstairs by themselves when the department agent addressed the lack of supervision. Correction Required: Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises. TIERED LIS: Children must be supervised at all times. The legal entity must obtain referred training for all facility staff to receive a minimum of two hours of training regarding supervision of children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The legal entity must obtain referred training for all facility staff to receive a minimum of two hours of training regarding supervision of children. Children must be supervised at all times. |
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| 2023-12-20 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) - HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) Description: HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility Noncompliance Area: Ongoing noncompliance-During the inspection on 12/20/2023 the file record for staff person #1 did not include verification of education prior to service at the facility. Correction Required: An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff person #5, has childcare experience verified. She has requested her HS diploma on 10/31/2023 however, it will take 5 to 6 weeks for her to receive it. The $15 was paid and the confirmation is DC#4HF32SA |
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| 2023-10-30 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.106(f) - 2 feet apart | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.106(f) Description: 2 feet apart Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 10/30/2023 two cots in Preschool classroom did not have at least 2 feet of space on three sides while in use. Correction Required: At least 2 feet of space is required on three sides of a bed, cot, crib or other rest equipment while the equipment is in use. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) We moved the cots in question right on the stop. |
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| 2023-10-30 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.113(a) - Supervised at all times | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.113(a) Description: Supervised at all times Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 10/30/2023 staff person #1 was observed with 7 children in the Toddler classroom alone, where staff person #1 was sitting/positioned they could not supervise (see, assess, direct or ear) three children sleeping on the other side of a full wall in the classroom. Correction Required: Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff person #1 moved her seat so that at naptime all children were in view and supervised. |
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| 2023-10-30 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.14/3270.21 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21 Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Noncompliance Area: Continued Non-Compliance: On (10/12/23) a complaint investigation was conducted at the facility. Staff person #4 & 5-- were observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #4 and 5-- had not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: (Health & Safety Training). The facility's acceptable plan of correction indicated the correction would be implemented by 10/27/23. On 10/30/23 an unannounced inspection was conducted. Staff person #4 & 5-- still has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: (Health & Safety 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations. State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. Until such time as the required pre-service trainings are completed, staff person #4 and 5-- must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an AGS who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise staff person # 4 and 5--, staff person #4 and 5-- may not work in a child-care position at the facility. |
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| 2023-10-30 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Noncompliance Area: Ongoing noncompliance- During the inspection on 10/12/23 staff person #5 was removed due to file record missing a State Police, Child Abuse and NSOR clearance. During the inspection 10/30/2023 staff person #5 was present at the facility and their file record did not include State Police, and Child Abuse. Facility Person #5--- may not work in a child care position at the facility. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person #5 -- may not work in a child care position at the facility. A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #5--- 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 persons #5 was removed from providing direct child care at the COB 10/30/23. Staff persons #5 will not provide direct child care at the facility until CPSL requirements are fulfilled. |
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| 2023-10-30 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) - HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) Description: HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility Noncompliance Area: Ongoing noncompliance-During the inspection on 10/12/23 the file records for staff persons #4 and 5 did not include verification of childcare experience, education and training prior to service at the facility. On 10/30/2023 staff persons #4 and 5 were working in the childcare position and the file records for staff persons #4 and 5 did not include verification of childcare experience, education and training prior to service at the facility. Correction Required: An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff person #4, has childcare experience verified and Her HS Diploma on file. Staff person #5, has childcare experience verified. She has requested her HS diploma on 10/31/2023 however, it will take 5 to 6 weeks for her to receive it. The $15 was paid and the confirmation is DC#4HF32SA |
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| 2023-10-12 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.113(a)(1) - Staff assigned to specific children | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.113(a)(1) Description: Staff assigned to specific children Noncompliance Area: During the inspection 10/12/2023 staff person# 6 did not know all of the names of the children in their assigned groups. Correction Required: Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff member #6 felt flustered by questions but they are 75 and knows the names of all the children in small world. All staff members will know the names and whereabouts of children in her assigned group. The staff person will be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises. |
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| 2023-10-12 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.14/3270.21 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21 Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Noncompliance Area: Staff person #4-- was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #5-- has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: (Health & Safety Training, Pediatric & First Aid). Staff person #5--- has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): (Health & Safety 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations. State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. Until such time as the required pre-service trainings are completed, staff person #4 and 5-- must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an AGS who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise staff person #4 and 5--, staff person #4 and 5-- may not work in a child-care position at the facility |
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| 2023-10-12 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.27(c) - Training regarding plan | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.27(c) Description: Training regarding plan Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 10/12/2023 the file records for staff persosn #5 and 6 did not include emergency plan training. Correction Required: The operator shall assure that each facility person receives training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment, on an annual basis and at the time of each plan update. The operator shall document the date of each training and the names of all facility persons who received the training and kept on file at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff person #5 had an emergency plan in her staff file however I did update it. Staff person #6 now has an emergency plan and has received the training. |
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| 2023-10-12 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 10/12/2023 the file records for staff persons #1 and 2 included record checks for state police clearance (the files did not include state police clearances). The file record for staff person #3 did not include a FBI clearance. The file record for staff person #4 did not include a State Police Clearance and NSOR clearance. The file record for staff person#5 did not include State Police, Child Abuse and NSOR clearance. Facility Person #3,4,5--- may not work in a child care position at the facility. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). SAFETY PLAN: The operator is required to submit to the Children and Youth Agency a plan of supervision or alternate arrangement as required by the Child Protective Services Law. LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person #3,4 and 5 -- may not work in a child care position at the facility. A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #3,4,5--- 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.) The files for staff persons #1 and 2 updated their file records to include a current state police clearance during the inspection. Staff persons #3,4 and 5 were removed from providing direct child care at the COB 10/12/23. Staff persons #3,4,,5 will not provide direct child care at the facility until CPSL requirements are fulfilled. Provider emailed a safety plan for staff child ratio to ensure compliance. |
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| 2023-10-12 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) - HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) Description: HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 10/12/2023 the file records for staff persons #4 and 5 did not include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility. Correction Required: An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff member # 4 has two letters of reference that include hours of daycare experience. Staff member #5 has a resume that includes proof of volunteer hours. Provider will update the file records for staff persons #1 to include verification of child care experience. |
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| 2023-10-12 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.52 - Mixed Age Level | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.52 Description: Mixed Age Level Noncompliance Area: During the inspection on 10/12/2023 staff person#7 was observed with 12 children alone, the youngest child was a preschool child. At 12:28-12:30pm staff person #4 was observed with 20 children alone in the dining room, the youngest child was a preschool child. Correction Required: When children are grouped in mixed age levels, the age of the youngest child in the group determines the staff:child ratio and maximum group size in accordance with the requirements in § 3270.51 (relating to similar age level). Provider submitted a safety plan for staff child ratio to ensure compliance. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The director will ensure the staff to child ratio is always in compliance. If a child has to go to the bathroom, I will escort them. If the staff member has to use the bathroom, I will assume the duty of supervisor in her place. |
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| 2023-04-27 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.113(a) - Supervised at all times | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.113(a) Description: Supervised at all times Noncompliance Area: During follow-up inspection on April 27, 2023, Certification Representative observed child #1 in the hallway on the bench unsupervised at 11:49 am. Correction Required: Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) All children will be supervised at all times whether on premises or in the yard. |
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| 2023-04-27 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.191 - Individual Records | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.191 Description: Individual Records Noncompliance Area: During unannounced inspection on April 27, 2023, provider did not have an individual record for facility person #3. Correction Required: An individual record is required for each facility person. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) All volunteers and staff will have the proper paperwork on file. Person #3 will not return until all paperwork is submitted. |
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| 2023-04-27 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.52 - Mixed Age Level | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.52 Description: Mixed Age Level Noncompliance Area: During follow-up inspection on April 27, 2023, Certification Representative observed 14 children (1 infant, 1 young toddler, 5 older toddlers and 7 preschool children, per staff #1) and 3 facility persons (2 staff and 1 volunteer) in the play room at 11:54 am. Continued non-compliance. Correction Required: When children are grouped in mixed age levels, the age of the youngest child in the group determines the staff:child ratio and maximum group size in accordance with the requirements in § 3270.51 (relating to similar age level). |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) We will not mix age groups at any time to keep the proper staff child ratio. |
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| 2023-03-24 | Renewal | 3270.14/3270.21 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21 Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Noncompliance Area: During Renewal Inspection on March 24, 2023, the facility did not have a Shaken Baby Syndrome, Abusive Head Trauma and Child Maltreatment policy, or a Continuity of Operations Plan. 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.) Provider has created both policies. |
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| 2023-03-24 | Renewal | 3270.182(3)/3270.182(5) - Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.182(3)/3270.182(5) Description: Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission Noncompliance Area: During Renewal Inspection on March 24, 2023, the record of child #1 did not contain consent for emergency medical care or minor first-aid procedures, both of which are required prior to admission. Correction Required: A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission. A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Provider had parent sign the consents for emergency medical care and minor first-aid procedures. |
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| 2023-03-24 | Renewal | 3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.31(f)(10) - Age and Training/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.31(f)(10) Description: Age and Training/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR Noncompliance Area: During Renewal Inspection on March 24, 2023, the records of staff #1 and #2 contained a First-aid and CPR training that did not specify pediatric first-aid and CPR and is not a DHS accepted curriculum. The record of staff #3 did not contain a Pediatric First-aid training renewed on or before the expiration of the most current certification (dated 8-30-19). Correction Required: Competence is the completion of training by a professional in the field of first-aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). All staff persons shall renew their certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on or before the expiration of the most current certification. Staff persons shall complete professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) All staff will be taking Pediatric first-aid and CPR on April 21, 2023. |
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| 2023-03-24 | Renewal | 3270.31(e)(4)(ii) - Fire safety - 1 yr. | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Description: Fire safety - 1 yr. Noncompliance Area: During Renewal Inspection on March 24, 2023, the record of staff #5 did not contain an acceptable firesafety training conducted by a fire protection professional. Correction Required: Staff persons shall participate, at least annually, in firesafety training conducted by a fire protection professional. Staff persons and volunteers shall receive training in maintenance of smoke detectors, the duties of facility persons during a fire drill and during a fire and the use of the facility's fire extinguishers, not including discharge of the fire suppressant agent. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff #5 has completed fire safety training on 3-24-23. |
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| 2023-03-24 | Renewal | 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Noncompliance Area: During Renewal Inspection on March 24, 2023, the record of staff #2 contained a PA State Police Clearance and a Child Abuse clearance that both indicated for volunteer purposes. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). PROVISIONAL HIRE UNSUPERVISED: A provisional employee may not be permitted to work alone with children and must work within the vicinity of a permanent employee. A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #--- 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.) Provider has obtained updated clearances for employment purposes for staff #2. |
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| 2023-03-24 | Renewal | 3270.52 - Mixed Age Level | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.52 Description: Mixed Age Level Noncompliance Area: During Renewal Inspection on March 24, 2023, Certification Representative observed staff #4 in the Toddler room with 1 young toddler and 5 older toddlers. Correction Required: When children are grouped in mixed age levels, the age of the youngest child in the group determines the staff:child ratio and maximum group size in accordance with the requirements in § 3270.51 (relating to similar age level). |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) When the toddler room has more than 5 children, another staff person will be assigned to the classroom. |
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| 2023-03-24 | Renewal | 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.77(a) Description: No peeling paint or plaster Noncompliance Area: During Renewal Inspection on March 24, 2023, Cert Rep observed areas of chipped paint in the computer room. Correction Required: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Provider has repaired all areas of chipped paint. |
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| 2022-05-06 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(6) - Insurance coverage information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(b)(6) Description: Insurance coverage information Noncompliance Area: DURING RENEWAL INSPECTION ON MAY 6, 2022, THE EMERGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION DID NOT INCLUDE THE HEALTH INSURANCE POLICY NUMBER. Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) PROVIDER HAS OBTAINED THE HEALTH INSURANCE POLICY NUMBER FROM THE CHILD'S PARENT. |
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| 2022-05-06 | Renewal | 3270.131(a)/3270.182(1) - Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.131(a)/3270.182(1) Description: Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports Noncompliance Area: DURING RENEWAL INSPECTION ON MAY 6, 2022, THE RECORD OF CHILD #1 DID NOT INCLUDE A HEALTH REPORT (IMMUNIZATIONS ONLY). Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent of an enrolled child, including a child, a foster child and a relative of an operator or a facility person, to provide an initial health report no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility. A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) PROVIDER HAS OBTAINED A HEALTH REPORT FOR CHILD #1. |
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| 2022-05-06 | 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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Regulation: 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test Noncompliance Area: DURING RENEWAL INSPECTION ON MAY 6, 2022, THE RECORDS OF FACILITY PERSON #1 DID NOT CONTAIN A HEALTH ASSESSMENT WITHIN 24 MONTHS OF THE PREVIOUS HEALTH ASSESSMENT, AND THE RECORD OF FACILITY PERSON #3 DID NOT CONTAIN A HEALTH ASSESSMENT CONDUCTED WITHIN 12 MONTHS PRIOR TO INITIAL SERVICE. 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.) Provider will obtain a current health assessment for staff #1. Facility person #3 no longer volunteers at the facility as of 5/6. |
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| 2022-05-06 | Renewal | 3270.18(a) - On file at facility | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.18(a) Description: On file at facility Noncompliance Area: DURING RENEWAL INSPECTION ON MAY 6, 2022, PROVIDER DID NOT HAVE A CURRENT COPY OF THE GENERAL LIABILITY INSURANCE POLICY ON FILE AT THE FACILITY. Correction Required: The legal entity shall have comprehensive general liability insurance to cover the persons who are on the premises. A current copy of the insurance policy shall be on file at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) PROVIDER HAS OBTAINED A CURRENT COPY OF THE GENERAL LIABILITY INSURANCE POLICY. |
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| 2022-05-06 | Renewal | 3270.192(5) - Two written references | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.192(5) Description: Two written references Noncompliance Area: DURING RENEWAL INSPECTION ON MAY 6, 2022, THE RECORD OF FACILITY PERSON #3 DID NOT CONTAIN TWO WRITTEN, NONFAMILY REFERENCES. Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Facility person #3 no longer volunteers at the facility. |
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| 2022-05-06 | Renewal | 3270.27(c) - Training regarding plan | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.27(c) Description: Training regarding plan Noncompliance Area: DURING RENEWAL INSPECTION ON MAY 6, 2022, THE RECORDS OF STAFF #1 AND #2 DID NOT CONTAIN DOCUMENTATION OF EMERGENCY PLAN TRAINING ON AN ANNUAL BASIS. Correction Required: The operator shall assure that each facility person receives training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment, on an annual basis and at the time of each plan update. The operator shall document the date of each training and the names of all facility persons who received the training and kept on file at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) PROVIDER HAS OBTAINED DOCUMENTATION OF EMERGENCY PLAN TRAINING. |
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| 2022-05-06 | Renewal | 3270.31(e)(4)(ii) - Fire safety - 1 yr. | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Description: Fire safety - 1 yr. Noncompliance Area: DURING RENEWAL INSPECTION ON MAY 6, 2022, THE RECORDS OF STAFF #1 AND #2 DID NOT INCLUDE DOCUMENTATION OF ANNUAL FIRESAFETY TRAINING. Correction Required: Staff persons shall participate, at least annually, in firesafety training conducted by a fire protection professional. Staff persons and volunteers shall receive training in maintenance of smoke detectors, the duties of facility persons during a fire drill and during a fire and the use of the facility's fire extinguishers, not including discharge of the fire suppressant agent. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) STAFF HAVE COMPLETED FIRE SAFETY TRAINING AND DOCUMENTATION PLACED ON FILE. |
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| 2022-05-06 | 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: DURING RENEWAL INSPECTION ON MAY 6, 2022, THE RECORD OF FACILITY PERSON #3 DID NOT INCLUDE THE NSOR VERIFICATION CERTIFICATE OR DOCUMENTATION OF FBI FINGERPRINTING AS REQUIRED UNDER THE CPSL. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #3 may not work in a child care position at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) FACILITY PERSON #3 MAY NOT WORK IN A CHILD CARE POSITION AT THE FACILITY UNTIL ALL DOCUMENTATION REQUIRED UNDER THE CPSL IS OBTAINED AND ON FILE. |
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