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Stephanie J Reyes Family Daycare

Allentown, PA · Lehigh County
1/2 N 14th St, Allentown, PA 18102
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Capacity
6 children
Languages
English, English, Spanish
Subsidized Program
Participates
State Rating
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Contact Information

📞 (484) 347-5402
1/2 N 14th St
Allentown, PA 18102
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✓ Licensed Family Child Care
Active License
License Number
CER-00246822
License Issued
Jan 16, 2026
Active Through
Jan 16, 2027
Issued By
Pennsylvania Department of Education and Public Welfare
District Office
Early Learning Resource Center for Region 14

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Stephanie J Reyes Family Daycare is a Family Child Care in Allentown PA, with a maximum capacity of 6 children. It is open Monday - Sunday, 6:00 AM - 6:00 AM. The provider also participates in a subsidized child care program.

Hours of Operation

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

Inspection/Report History

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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2025-10-30 Renewal 3290.24(d) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.24(d)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: Facility has not completed an emergency drill.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Operator completed an emergency drill with the children onsite and documented the drill.
2025-10-30 Renewal 3290.31(f)(4)(i) - Age and training Compliant - Finalized

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

Description: Age and training

Noncompliance Area: Facility staff # 1 did not complete PQAS approved pediatric first aid and cpr by the date of expiration on their current certificate of 4/26/25.

Correction Required: Competence is the completion of training by a professional in the field of first-aid and CPR. All staff persons shall renew their certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on or before the expiration of the most current certification.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Facility staff # 1 completed PQAS approved pediatric first aid and cpr on 5/23/25.
2024-10-31 Renewal 3290.105(a) - Clean, age appropriate Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.105(a)

Description: Clean, age appropriate

Noncompliance Area: Rest equipment is not labeled with the assigned child's name who uses the equipment on the providers cot number list.

Correction Required: Individual, clean, age-appropriate rest equipment shall be provided for preschool, toddler and infant children as agreed between the parent and the operator. The rest equipment must be labeled with the child's name and used only by the named child while enrolled in the program.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The equipments were label at the time of inspection.
2024-10-31 Renewal 3290.123(a)(3) - Services provided Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.123(a)(3)

Description: Services provided

Noncompliance Area: Child # 1,2,3 & 4 enrolled and attending the facility more than 6 months do not have a child service report completed.

Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the services to be provided to the family and the child, including the Department's approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided. the operator shall complete and update the form and provide a copy to the family in accordance with the updates regarding emergency contact information at § 3290.124(e).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I will have a service report completed for all children that need it.
2024-10-31 Renewal 3290.123(a)(6) - Admission date Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.123(a)(6)

Description: Admission date

Noncompliance Area: Child # 1 does not have date of admission listed on their agreement form.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I will add the admission date on the form.
2024-10-31 Renewal 3290.131(a) - Within 60 days Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.131(a)

Description: Within 60 days

Noncompliance Area: Child # 3 did not have a health assessment on file until over 60 days from time of enrollment. Health assessment is dated 6/18/24.

Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent of an enrolled child to provide an initial health report no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I will make sure to keep files even if expired and have a health assessment for every child within 60 days from time of enrollment.
2024-10-31 Renewal 3290.182(8) - Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original. Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.182(8)

Description: Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original.

Noncompliance Area: Child # 1,2,3, & 4 do not have copies or previous copies of the original or subsequent fee agreements forms or emergency contact forms since time of enrollment. Copies on file are more than 6 months old from time of enrollment and they are the only copy the operator saved. Operator reported throwing out all previous emergency contact forms and fee agreements for all 4 children since the time of opening.

Correction Required: A child's record must contain a copy of the initial agreement and subsequent written agreements between the parent and the operator. The parent receives the original agreement.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I will make sure to keep child files and all paperwork from time of enrollment until at least 1 year after a child withdrawals from the facility. Files will remain at the facility even if the paperwork has expired.
2024-10-31 Renewal 3290.94(a)(1)/3290.95(a) - Every 60 days/System in compliance Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.94(a)(1)/3290.95(a)

Description: Every 60 days/System in compliance

Noncompliance Area: The facility alarms were not tested in 30 days from 7/22/24 to 8/22/24 (31 days).

Correction Required: The operator or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that fire drills are conducted at least once every 60 days. Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At time of inspection the alarms were tested to maintain compliance moving forward.
2024-10-31 Renewal 3290.95(b) - Operator or designated staff responsibility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.95(b)

Description: Operator or designated staff responsibility

Noncompliance Area: Fire drills were not conducted in 60 days from 7/22/24 to 9/22/24 (62 days).

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A fire drill was conducted on same day of inspection day to keep compliance moving forward.
2024-03-19 Renewal 3290.102(f) - No hazardous toys/equipment Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.102(f)

Description: No hazardous toys/equipment

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection, a Fisher Price Infant to Toddler rocker was observed in the home. This piece of equipment was deemed hazardous by the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission on 6/14/22 and cannot be used in the home.

Correction Required: Children's toys and equipment, including furniture and rest equipment, described as hazardous by the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission may not be used by children at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The fisher price infant to toddler rocker will be removed from the daycare and from the property.
2024-03-19 Renewal 3290.103 - Small Toys and Objects Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.103

Description: Small Toys and Objects

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection, diapers wrapped in plastic bags were observed on a lower changing table shelf and were accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I will remove diapers and wipes from plastic bags and place them into plastic bins.
2024-03-19 Renewal 3290.105(a) - Clean, age appropriate Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.105(a)

Description: Clean, age appropriate

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection, the pack and play as well as the cots used for rest time were not labeled with the child's name who uses them.

Correction Required: Individual, clean, age-appropriate rest equipment shall be provided for preschool, toddler and infant children as agreed between the parent and the operator. The rest equipment must be labeled with the child's name and used only by the named child while enrolled in the program.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I will label the pack and play and cots with the children's name, to identify who sleeps in which one.
2024-03-19 Renewal 3290.121(a)/3290.121(b) - Review policies and procedures/Given parents in writing Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.121(a)/3290.121(b)

Description: Review policies and procedures/Given parents in writing

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection, the operator did not have transportation policies listed 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. At the time of enrollment, a parent shall receive in writing the facility's general daily schedule, hours for which care is provided, fees, responsibilities for meals, clothing, health policies, supervision policies, night care policies, dismissal policies, transportation and pick-up arrangements.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I will post my transportation policy with my parent handbook.
2024-03-19 Renewal 3290.123(a)(4)/3290.123(a)(5) - Arrival/departure times/Designated release persons Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.123(a)(4)/3290.123(a)(5)

Description: Arrival/departure times/Designated release persons

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection, the agreement for child #1, child #2 and child #5 did not include the child's arrival and departure times. The agreement for child #1, child #3 and child #5 did not specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I will make sure that the parent fills out the arrival and departure time on the child agreement form and also provide the designated parent to who the child should be released to.
2024-03-19 Renewal 3290.123(a)(6)/3290.182(2) - Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates Compliant - Finalized

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

Description: Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection, the agreements for each child did not have a date of admission.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I will have an admission date filled out on the child agreement form for all children.
2024-03-19 Renewal 3290.123(a)/3290.123(b) - Signed /Parent receives original Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.123(a)/3290.123(b)

Description: Signed /Parent receives original

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection, the operator did not sign any of the child agreements and admitted that the parents do not receive the original agreement and the facility keeps the copy.

Correction Required: An agreement shall be signed by the operator and the parent. A parent shall receive the original agreement. The facility shall retain a copy of the agreement.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I will get my parents to fill out a new child agreement form and will be signed by the parent and me. I will also provide the original form to the parent and keep a copy.
2024-03-19 Renewal 3290.124(b)(2) - Physician name, address, phone Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.124(b)(2)

Description: Physician name, address, phone

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection, the emergency contact form for child #1 through child #5 did not include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I will make sure that my parents fill out the emergency contact form correctly and completely and will include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.
2024-03-19 Renewal 3290.124(b)(3) - Parent home/work address, phone Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.124(b)(3)

Description: Parent home/work address, phone

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection, the emergency contact form for child #1, child #2 and child #5 did not include the work address and phone number of the enrolling parent.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I will make sure my parents fill out the emergency contact form correctly and it is signed and dated and it includes the work address and phone number of the enrolling parent.
2024-03-19 Renewal 3290.124(b)(6) - Insurance coverage information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.124(b)(6)

Description: Insurance coverage information

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection, the emergency contact form for child #2, child #3 and child #4 did not include both the health insurance coverage and policy number for the child.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I will make sure my parents fill out all forms completely to make sure that the health insurance coverage and policy number for the child.
2024-03-19 Renewal 3290.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.124(b)(7)

Description: Name/address/phone release person

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection, the emergency contact form for child #1, child #3 and child #5 did not include both the address and phone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I will make sure all parents fill out the designated persons name, address and phone number on the emergency contact form
2024-03-19 Renewal 3290.134(a)/3290.152 - Child's hands washed/Adult Hygiene Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.134(a)/3290.152

Description: Child's hands washed/Adult Hygiene

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection, child #1 was having a diaper change. The operator did not wash both her hands and the child's hands after the diaper change.

Correction Required: A staff person shall ensure that a child's hands are washed before meals and snacks, after toileting and after being diapered. A facility person shall wash his hands before meals and snacks, and after toileting and after diapering a child.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I will make sure to wash my hands and the hands of the child I am changing the diaper to after diaper changing.
2024-03-19 Renewal 3290.135(c) - Diapering area not used for food prep Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.135(c)

Description: Diapering area not used for food prep

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection, infant formula was observed on the shelf of the diaper changing table.

Correction Required: The diapering area may not be used for food preparation or food service.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Infant formula will be placed in a designated area, in the kitchen.
2024-03-19 Renewal 3290.165/3290.166(4) - Menus/Bottles labeled Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.165/3290.166(4)

Description: Menus/Bottles labeled

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection, the bottles for child #1 were not labeled. The operator admitted to not having a general menu which is discussed with the parent.

Correction Required: The operator shall discuss the general menu plan with the parent so that the daily nutritional needs of the child can be met. Disposable nursers and bottles shall be labeled with the child's name.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The child # 1 bottle will be labeled, like the others are. And the menu will be printed and posted where the parents can see it.
2024-03-19 Renewal 3290.182(3)/3290.182(5) - Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.182(3)/3290.182(5)

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

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection, child #1, child #3, child #4 and child #5 did not have signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child or signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff on the emergency contact form.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I will get my parents to sign the parental consent for medical care and administration of minor first aid procedures.
2024-03-19 Renewal 3290.182(7) - Reports of accidents, injuries and illnesses. Original report - parent same day Copy - facility accident file. Copy - child's file Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.182(7)

Description: Reports of accidents, injuries and illnesses. Original report - parent same day Copy - facility accident file. Copy - child's file

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection, the operator did not have a facility file for incident reports of children.

Correction Required: A child's record must 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I will create a binder that says accidents, injuries and illnesses to keep for my record and have it on file for daycare.
2024-03-19 Renewal 3290.24(f) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.24(f)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection, the operator admitted to not providing the parents of each enrolled child a letter explaining the emergency plan procedures.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I will provide a letter to parents who have children enrolled in my daycare, about the emergency plan procedures.
2024-03-19 Renewal 3290.63 - Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.63

Description: Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection, protective receptacle covers were missing from numerous outlets in the first floor. These outlets were accessible to children under 5 years of age.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I will place protective covers on outlets that are on the every floor of the home.
2024-03-19 Renewal 3290.64(a) - Locked or inaccessible - in original container Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.64(a)

Description: Locked or inaccessible - in original container

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection, alcohol prep pads and CPAP cleansing wipes which both stated "keep out of reach of children" were on a shelf in the childcare space and were accessible to children. Listerine was observed on the counter in the second-floor bathroom and was accessible to children.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I will remove prep pads and cleansing wipes from the daycare area. These will be placed elsewhere, where they are not accessible to children. Listerine will be moved from the second floor bathroom and will be placed in a cabinet where it is not accessible to children.
2024-03-19 Renewal 3290.65(c) - No insects or rodents Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.65(c)

Description: No insects or rodents

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection, in a cabinet in the kitchen, roaches were observed on a sticky trap.

Correction Required: Evidence of infestation of insects or rodents in the facility is not permitted.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I will contact an exterminator and a repellent for these will be sprayed where the roaches where observed. This will occur while there are no children at daycare.
2024-03-19 Renewal 3290.69/3290.74(a) - Heat Source/Requirements Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.69/3290.74(a)

Description: Heat Source/Requirements

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection, the child safety knob on the stove was broken which would allow a child to turn the stove on posing a hazard.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I will place a new safety knob on the stove.
2024-03-19 Renewal 3290.94(a)(1)/3290.94(a)(9) - Every 60 days/Written record Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.94(a)(1)/3290.94(a)(9)

Description: Every 60 days/Written record

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection, the operator admitted to not conducting a fire drill every 60 days as required since the facility opened in December 19, 2023. A fire drill would have been required to be conducted on 2/19/24.

Correction Required: The operator or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that fire drills are conducted at least once every 60 days. The operator or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that a written record is maintained on file at the facility indicating the specific time of day of the drill, the hypothetical location of the fire, the evacuation time, and the names of the facility persons and the number of children who participate in the fire drill.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I will conduct a fire drill and record it in my files.
2024-03-19 Renewal 3290.95(a)/3290.95(b) - System in compliance/Operator or designated staff responsibility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.95(a)/3290.95(b)

Description: System in compliance/Operator or designated staff responsibility

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection, the operator admitted to not manually testing the smoke detectors every 30 days as required since the facility opened in December 19, 2023. Manual monthly monitoring of the smoke detectors would have been required to be conducted on 1/19/24 and 2/19/24.

Correction Required: Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)). The operator or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements in § 3290.95(a) are met.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I did test the smoke detectors, like we discussed the day of the inspection.. but didn't record it in my files. I will test the smoke detectors again, but this time it will be recorded and it will stay in my files for compliance.
2023-12-05 Initial review 3290.101(b) - Include 6 categories of development Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.101(b)

Description: Include 6 categories of development

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection, the operator did not have dramatic play materials and art materials as part of the materials provided to children.

Correction Required: Play equipment and materials shall include the items specified at §3290.101(c)(1) - (6).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Art and dramatic play materials will be added to the materials in the child care space.
2023-12-05 Initial review 3290.18 - General Health and Safety Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.18

Description: General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection, the operator did not have continuity of operations in the emergency plan.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Continuity of operations was added to the emergency plan.
2023-12-05 Initial review 3290.18 - General Health and Safety Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.18

Description: General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the initial inspection, the operator did not have written policies regarding the recognition of potential signs and symptoms of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma; strategies for coping with a crying, fussing, or distraught child; and addressing the prevention and identification of child maltreatment.

Correction Required: Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. To maintain compliance with 45 CFR 98.41(a)(1)(vi), in addition to the training requirements, child care providers must have a policy and procedure to identify the prevention of shaken baby syndrome, abusive head trauma, and child maltreatment. The policy must include, but is not limited to: · Recognition of potential signs and symptoms of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma; · Strategies for coping with a crying, fussing, or distraught child; and · Address the prevention and identification of child maltreatment.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A written policy regarding the recognition of potential signs and symptoms of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma; strategies for coping with a crying, fussing, or distraught child; and addressing the prevention and identification of child maltreatment will be created. It will be specific to the family child care program.
2023-12-05 Initial review 3290.24(a)(1)/3290.24(a)(5) - Emergency plan/Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.24(a)(1)/3290.24(a)(5)

Description: Emergency plan/Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection, the operator did not have lockdown procedures specific to the facility in the emergency plan. Accommodations for infants, toddlers and children with special needs during an emergency were also missing from the emergency plan.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The emergency plan will include lockdown procedures in the emergency plan. The emergency plan will also include accommodations for infants and toddlers in the event of an emergency.
2023-12-05 Initial review 3290.24(e)/3290.24(g) - Emergency plan/Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.24(e)/3290.24(g)

Description: Emergency plan/Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection, the operator did not have the emergency plan posted. There was also no documentation showing that the emergency plan was sent to both the county and local emergency management agencies for review.

Correction Required: The emergency plan shall be posted in the facility at a conspicuous location. The operator shall send a copy of the emergency plan and subsequent plan updates to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The emergency plan will be posted and sent to the local and county emergency management agencies for review.
2023-12-05 Initial review 3290.64(a) - Locked or inaccessible - in original container Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.64(a)

Description: Locked or inaccessible - in original container

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection, on the second floor, perfumes and lotions were observed in an unlocked bedroom. These perfumes and lotions were accessible to children.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The doors on the second floor will be locked and toxics will not be accessible to children.
2023-12-05 Initial review 3290.73(c) - Has all items Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.73(c)

Description: Has all items

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection, the first aid kit did not contain soap.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
First aid kit will be added to the first aid kit.
2023-12-05 Initial review 3290.74(a) - Requirements Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.74(a)

Description: Requirements

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection, the shelves in the childcare space were easily able to be tipped over. This poses a hazard to the children.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Shelves will be mounted to the wall.
2023-12-05 Initial review 3290.95(a)/3290.95(b) - System in compliance/Operator or designated staff responsibility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.95(a)/3290.95(b)

Description: System in compliance/Operator or designated staff responsibility

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection, the operator did not have interconnected and OSHA approved smoke detectors on each floor of her home.

Correction Required: Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)). The operator or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements in § 3290.95(a) are met. Operators are required to have smoke alarms on each floor and in the basement that**: · Are interconnected, via hardwire, Bluetooth connectivity or any other means that allow for communication between smoke alarms (35 P.S. § 1223.6(f.1)(1.1)). · When activated, the resulting alarm is audible to persons in the indoor child-care space with all intervening doors closed (35 P.S. § 1223.6(f.1)(1.1)(i)). · Each smoke alarm, at the time of installation, be approved by a testing laboratory recognized by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) of the United States Department of Labor2 to test and certify smoke alarms.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
OSHA and interconnected smoke detectors will be installed on each floor of the home and will be operable at all times.

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