Tatalebas Quality Childcare Home
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Hours of Operation
- Monday6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Tuesday6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Wednesday6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Thursday6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Friday6:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- Saturday Closed
- Sunday Closed
Inspection/Report History
Where possible, ChildcareCenter provides inspection reports as a service to families. This information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed. We encourage families to contact the daycare provider directly with any questions or concerns. Reports can also be verified with your local daycare licensing office.
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| 2026-05-15 | Renewal | 3280.103 - Small Toys and Objects | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.103 Description: Small Toys and Objects Noncompliance Area: Observed plastic bags accessible to the toddlers in care on a low shelf in the childcare space. Correction Required: Toys and objects with a diameter of less than 1 inch, objects with removable parts that have a diameter of less than 1 inch, plastic bags and styrofoam objects may not be accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Plastic bags were moved to an area inaccessible to children. |
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| 2026-05-15 | Renewal | 3280.115(a)(3) - Above-ground pool inaccessible | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.115(a)(3) Description: Above-ground pool inaccessible Noncompliance Area: Observed the ladder and gate to the above ground swimming pool were not made inaccessible to children in accordance with the swimming pool barrier guidelines of the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission. Correction Required: An aboveground swimming pool which is not in use must be made inaccessible to children in accordance with the swimming pool barrier guidelines of the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Will make the pool ladder inaccessible to children. |
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| 2026-05-15 | Renewal | 3280.118(c) - Vet's certificate required | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.118(c) Description: Vet's certificate required Noncompliance Area: Observed the pet records for a dog and cat on the facility premises contained expired rabies vaccination documentation. Correction Required: A veterinarian's certificate of current rabies immunization is required for a cat or dog at the facility. The certificate shall be on file when the cat or dog is present. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Schedule an appointment with the vet to be sure vet records are current and up to date. |
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| 2026-05-15 | Renewal | 3280.131(a) - Health Information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.131(a) Description: Health Information Noncompliance Area: Observed child file #1, who has been in attendance for more than 60 days, did not contain 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.) Request a health assessment to be completed for the child. |
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| 2026-05-15 | Renewal | 3280.161(c) - Potentially hazardous food refrigerated | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.161(c) Description: Potentially hazardous food refrigerated Noncompliance Area: Observed a child's bottle of milk in a diaper bag on a cubby hook which was not refrigerated. Correction Required: Potentially hazardous food brought from the child's home or provided by the facility shall be refrigerated. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Check the children's bags when they arrive at daycare to refrigerate any potentially hazardous food. |
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| 2026-05-15 | Renewal | 3280.26(a)(6) - Emergency plan | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.26(a)(6) Description: Emergency plan Noncompliance Area: Observed the documentation for the emergency drill was not fully completed on the departments approved form. The operator did not document the time it took to complete the drill. Correction Required: Emergency drills shall be conducted annually. Annual emergency drills shall be documented and on file at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Completed the ER Drill again to time it. |
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| 2026-05-15 | Renewal | 3280.26(b) - Emergency plan | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.26(b) Description: Emergency plan Noncompliance Area: Observed the operator did not have documentation of annually reviewing the emergency plan within the previous 12 months. Correction Required: The operator shall review the emergency plan at least annually and update the plan as needed. Each review and update of the emergency plan shall be documented in writing and kept on file at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Make a chart that is added to the front of the Emergency Plan that verifies the plan was reviewed annually. Emergency plan was reviewed. |
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| 2026-05-15 | Renewal | 3280.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible - in original container | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.66(a) Description: Locked or inaccessible - in original container Noncompliance Area: Observed disinfecting wipes and disinfecting spray accessible in the cabinet below the bathroom sink. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Materials were moved to an area inaccessible to the children. |
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| 2026-05-15 | Renewal | 3280.76 - Building Surfaces | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.76 Description: Building Surfaces Noncompliance Area: Observed the ceiling vent in the bathroom used by children needed to be cleaned. Observed the bottom of the entrance screen door was damaged. Correction Required: Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The ceiling vent was cleaned. The entrance screen door will be replaced by contractors during the remodel of the outside of the home. |
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| 2026-05-15 | Renewal | 3280.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.77(a) Description: No peeling paint or plaster Noncompliance Area: Observed peeling paint on the fence restricting the children's access to a fire pit and pool. 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.) The fence will be sanded and repainted when children are not in care. |
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| 2025-05-12 | Renewal | 3280.102(a) - Clean and good repair | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.102(a) Description: Clean and good repair Noncompliance Area: Observed a broken plastic truck with rough edges in the outdoor play area. Correction Required: Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The truck has been removed from the play area and thrown away. |
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| 2025-05-12 | Renewal | 3280.106 - Refrigerator | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.106 Description: Refrigerator Noncompliance Area: Observed the facility did not have an operable thermometer in the refrigerator used to store potentially hazardous foods. Correction Required: A facility shall have an operable, clean refrigerator used to store potentially hazardous foods. The refrigerator shall be capable of maintaining food at 45° F or below. An operating thermometer shall be placed in the refrigerator. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The broken thermometer was thrown away and replaced with a new one. |
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| 2025-05-12 | Renewal | 3280.123(b) - Parent receives original | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.123(b) Description: Parent receives original Noncompliance Area: Observed original agreements in child files #1, #2, #3, #4, and #5. Correction Required: A parent shall receive the original agreement. The facility shall retain a copy of the agreement. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) All parents have been given the original agreement and a copy has been placed in each child's file. |
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| 2025-05-12 | Renewal | 3280.131(a) - Health Information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.131(a) Description: Health Information Noncompliance Area: Observed the initial health assessment for child #2 and #4 were dated more than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility. 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.) Child health assessments have been completed. |
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| 2025-05-12 | Renewal | 3280.151(a) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.151(a) Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter Noncompliance Area: Observed staff file #1 contained an updated health assessment which was dated more than 28 months after the previous valid health assessment. Correction Required: A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff #1 health assessment has been completed. |
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| 2025-05-12 | Renewal | 3280.26(a)(6) - Emergency plan | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.26(a)(6) Description: Emergency plan Noncompliance Area: Observed the emergency drill documentation revealed that the emergency drill conducted was the same drill as the previous year and the documentation of the drill was incomplete and did not document how long it took to complete the drill. Correction Required: Emergency drills shall be conducted annually. Annual emergency drills shall be documented and on file at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Completed an emergency drill that was different than the previous year. |
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| 2025-05-12 | Renewal | 3280.32(a) - Comply with CPSL | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.32(a) Description: Comply with CPSL Noncompliance Area: Observed staff file #2 who started employment after 2/1/25 contained a disclosure statement which was a previous version of the disclosure form and not valid at the current time. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Facility Person # -2- may not work in a childcare position at the facility until a valid disclosure form is signed. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Obtain the most current disclosure statement from the OCDEL website and have staff #2 sign the updated form. |
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| 2025-05-12 | Renewal | 3280.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible - in original container | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.66(a) Description: Locked or inaccessible - in original container Noncompliance Area: Observed disinfecting wipes, accessible to children in an unlocked cabinet in the bathroom used by the children. Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be stored in an original labeled container or in a container that specifies the content. Toxics shall be kept in a locked area or in an area inaccessible to children, and shall be stored away from food, food preparation areas and child care spaces. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Wipes have been removed until a cabinet lock is installed. |
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| 2025-02-26 | Allocated Unannounced Monitoring | 3280.102(a) - Clean and good repair | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.102(a) Description: Clean and good repair Noncompliance Area: Observed a rest mat which had a peeling cover and exposed foam. Correction Required: Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The nap mat was repaired. |
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| 2025-02-26 | Allocated Unannounced Monitoring | 3280.32(a) - Comply with CPSL | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.32(a) Description: Comply with CPSL Noncompliance Area: Observed the file for facility person #1 contained an FBI fingerprint clearance which was dated (10/3/19) more than 60 months old making the clearance invalid. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Facility Person # -1- may not work in a childcare position at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Person #1 is no longer a household member. The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). |
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| 2025-02-26 | Allocated Unannounced Monitoring | 3280.95(a)/3280.95(b) - FIRE DETECTION/Staff responsibility | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.95(a)/3280.95(b) Description: FIRE DETECTION/Staff responsibility Noncompliance Area: Observed the documented fire alarm testing log revealed 1 time (12/6/24-1/6/25) in the previous 12 months the fire alarms were tested more than 30 days apart. 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 primary staff person or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements in subsection (a) are met. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Make a note on the fire alarm testing form showing the months that have 31 days to ensure the system is tested within the 30 day limit. |
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| 2024-05-28 | Renewal | 3280.123(a)(4) - Arrival/departure times | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.123(a)(4) Description: Arrival/departure times Noncompliance Area: The files for children #3 & #5 were observed to contain agreement that failed to specify 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.) The agreement was completed to specify child's arrival and departure times. |
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| 2024-05-28 | Renewal | 3280.123(a)(5) - Designated release persons | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.123(a)(5) Description: Designated release persons Noncompliance Area: The files for children #3 & #5 were observed to contain agreements that failed to specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released. Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The agreement was completed to specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released. |
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| 2024-05-28 | Renewal | 3280.124(b)(3) - Parent home/work address, phone | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.124(b)(3) Description: Parent home/work address, phone Noncompliance Area: The file for child #5 was observed to contain an emergency contact that failed to include the work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent. Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The parents completed the boxes with NA. |
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| 2024-05-28 | Renewal | 3280.124(b)(6) - Insurance coverage information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.124(b)(6) Description: Insurance coverage information Noncompliance Area: The file for child #4 was observed to contain an emergency contact that failed to include health insurance coverage and policy number for the child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits. 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.) The health insurance provider was moved to the correct box. |
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| 2024-05-28 | Renewal | 3280.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.124(b)(7) Description: Name/address/phone release person Noncompliance Area: The file for Child #1 was observed to contain an emergency contact form that failed to include the name, address and telephone number of the individual(s) 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The ER Contact form was completed to include the name, address, and telephone number of the individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. |
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| 2024-05-28 | Renewal | 3280.124(f)/3280.181(c) - Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.124(f)/3280.181(c) Description: Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Noncompliance Area: The files for children #2, #3, and #4 were observed to lack documentation the parent updated their financial agreement or emergency contact information once in a 6-month period. This was evidenced by emergency contact forms dated 01/22/2024 present the files of children #2 and #4. And an emergency contact form dated 01/23/24 present in the file of child #3. 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. A parent is required to review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Child files will be updated every six months. |
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| 2024-05-28 | Renewal | 3280.14/3280.20 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.14/3280.20 Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Noncompliance Area: The facility was observed to have an emergency plan that failed to specify the role of a volunteer during an emergency. Correction Required: A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations. State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) A plan to address the role of a volunteer during an emergency has been added to the ER Plan. |
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| 2024-05-28 | Renewal | 3280.26(e) - Letter to parents | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.26(e) Description: Letter to parents Noncompliance Area: The facility was observed to providing a letter to the parents of each enrolled child, which outlined the emergency procedures. However, it lacked details on shelter and lockdown protocols, methods for notifying parents at the start and end of an emergency, and specifying the accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and those with chronic medical conditions. Correction Required: The operator shall provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining the emergency procedures. The operator shall also provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining any subsequent update to the plan. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) A plan to notify parents at the start and end of an emergency has been added to the ER Plan. |
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| 2024-05-28 | Renewal | 3280.32(a) - Comply with CPSL | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.32(a) Description: Comply with CPSL Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #1 was observed to contain only a Pennsylvania Department of Education FBI fingerprint clearance, which is not an acceptable version of this clearance. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). 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.) Staff person #1 received a FBI fingerprint clearance through DHS. |
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| 2024-05-28 | Renewal | 3280.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible - in original container | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.66(a) Description: Locked or inaccessible - in original container Noncompliance Area: The facility was observed to have a backpack hanging to the left of the front entrance within reach of children. This backpack had an open top zipper and contained a package of Equate cold medication. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The medication was removed and placed in an area inaccessible to children. |
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| 2024-05-28 | Renewal | 3280.95(a) - FIRE DETECTION | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.95(a) Description: FIRE DETECTION Noncompliance Area: The facility's fire testing log was observed to indicate that on five occasions, testing did not occur at least once within a 30-day period. The log entries indicated tests were conducted on 31-day durations on 7/21/23 to 8/21/23, 08/28/23 to 09/28/23, 10/27/23 to 11/27/23, 1/26/24 to 02/26/24, and 03/26/24 to 04/26/24. 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)). |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The fire alarm system will be tested once within a 30 day period. |
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| 2023-05-03 | Renewal | 3280.118(c) - Vet's certificate required | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.118(c) Description: Vet's certificate required Noncompliance Area: The facility's file for the dog Little John was observed to lack a current certificate of current rabies immunization. This is evidenced by a vet certificate in the file that indicates an expiration date of 4/29/2023. Correction Required: A veterinarian's certificate of current rabies immunization is required for a cat or dog at the facility. The certificate shall be on file when the cat or dog is present. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Lil Jon received a 3 year rabies shot and an examination at his vet appointment on 5/15/23. |
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| 2023-05-03 | Renewal | 3280.124(b)(6) - Insurance coverage information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.124(b)(6) Description: Insurance coverage information Noncompliance Area: The file for child #2 was observed to contain an emergency contact form that failed to include the child's health insurance coverage and 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.) Child #2 health insurance information was added to the ER Contact Form. |
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| 2023-05-03 | Renewal | 3280.131(d)(5)/3280.131(e)(3) - Immunization record/Dismissal policy | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.131(d)(5)/3280.131(e)(3) Description: Immunization record/Dismissal policy Noncompliance Area: The file for child #1 was observed to contain an immunization record that lacked the ACIP recommended Influenza immunization; therefore, the child's record is not up to date with the recommendations of the ACIP. Correction Required: A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP. The facility shall implement dismissal policies in accordance with the Department of Health regulation in 28 Pa. Code § 27.77 (relating to immunization requirements for children in child care group settings). |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Child #1 was taken to a Dr. appointment on 5/18/23 to update immunizations. The Dr. provided documentation to show child #1 was current on the ACIP Immunization Schedule. I attached the information given by the Dr. to child #1's current Health Report. |
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| 2023-05-03 | Renewal | 3280.14/3280.21 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/Communication with Parents | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.14/3280.21 Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/Communication with Parents Noncompliance Area: The facility was observed to lack a policy on the prevention of shaken baby syndrome, abusive head trauma, and child maltreatment. 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. The operator shall establish oral or written communication in the language or mode of communication which is understandable to the parent. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) A policy was created for the prevention of shaken baby syndrome, abusive head trauma, and child maltreatment. Caring for our Children and Better Kid Care was referenced and used in the policy. |
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| 2023-05-03 | Renewal | 3280.171(a) - Pick up and drop off points | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.171(a) Description: Pick up and drop off points Noncompliance Area: The facility was observed to lack documentation of notifying local traffic safety authorities in writing of the location of the facility and about the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the group child care facility. Correction Required: The operator shall notify local traffic safety authorities in writing of the location of the facility and about the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the group child care facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) I wrote a letter to the PA State Police and the Berlin Borough Police notifying them of our vehicular and pedestrian routes. The letters were sent by regular mail on 5/5/23. |
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| 2023-05-03 | Renewal | 3280.63 - Unsafe Areas in Outdoor Space | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.63 Description: Unsafe Areas in Outdoor Space Noncompliance Area: The facility was observed to have an open, unrestricted patio area which contains a fire pit and hot tub which are fully accessible to children. A garden style tub with standing, accumulated rainwater was observed to be stored on the front landing of the front entry stairs to the facility. Correction Required: If unsafe areas or conditions are in or near an outdoor play space, fencing or natural barriers are required to restrict children from those unsafe areas or conditions. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Fencing with a locked gate was installed around the entire patio area. The tub was drained on 5/2/23 and removed from the front landing on 5/6/23. |
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| 2023-05-03 | Renewal | 3280.67(d) - Contaminated trash in closed plastic-lined receptacle | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.67(d) Description: Contaminated trash in closed plastic-lined receptacle Noncompliance Area: The facility was observed to have a trash receptacle without a lid in the bathroom. Correction Required: Trash that has been contaminated by human secretions or excrement shall be contained in closed, plastic-lined receptacles. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Lidded trash cans were placed in the bathroom and kitchen areas. |
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| 2023-01-25 | Initial review | 3280.102(a) - Clean and good repair | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.102(a) Description: Clean and good repair Noncompliance Area: Observed a television which was not stable on its stand. Observed a refrigerator which was not securely anchored on a counter creating a crush point. Observed several brown bookshelves used by children which were not securely anchored to the wall. Correction Required: Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The television was mounted to the wall. The refrigerator was anchored to the wall with a furniture safety strap. All bookshelves were anchored to the wall with L brackets. |
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| 2023-01-25 | Initial review | 3280.17 - Liability Insurance | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.17 Description: Liability Insurance Noncompliance Area: Observed the legal entity did not have comprehensive general liability insurance to cover all persons who are on the premises and a current copy of the insurance policy was not on file at the facility. Correction Required: The legal entity shall have comprehensive general liability insurance to cover all 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.) Comprehensive general liability insurance was put into place on my homeowners insurance policy. |
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| 2023-01-25 | Initial review | 3280.26(f) - Emergency plan | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.26(f) Description: Emergency plan Noncompliance Area: Observed the operator did not submit a copy of the completed emergency plan 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.) I hand delivered the emergency plan to the Brothersvalley Township Office. It was received and signed off on by the office personnel. I mailed the emergency plan to the Somerset EMS office through Certified Mail. |
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| 2023-01-25 | Initial review | 3280.34(b)(1)/3280.192(2)(ii) - HS/GED + 30 credits/Exp, educ., training prior to facility | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.34(b)(1)/3280.192(2)(ii) Description: HS/GED + 30 credits/Exp, educ., training prior to facility Noncompliance Area: Observed staff file #1 did not include documentation of 30 credit hours from an accredited college or university in a human services field. Correction Required: A primary staff person shall have attained a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 30 credit hours from an accredited college or university in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education or the human services field. 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.) I copied my unofficial transcript to show I have received 124 credit hours thus far in my BAS Early Childhood Education program through St. Francis University. 90 of these hours are Education credits. I also have copied my resume to show my childcare experience and trainings. All of the information on my resume can be verified through PA Keys or with certificates in my PDR File. |
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| 2023-01-25 | Initial review | 3280.63 - Unsafe Areas in Outdoor Space | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.63 Description: Unsafe Areas in Outdoor Space Noncompliance Area: Observed the facility did not have a defined outdoor play space which is required due to the need for a barrier to prevent children from unsafe areas in proximity to the proposed play area. Correction Required: If unsafe areas or conditions are in or near an outdoor play space, fencing or natural barriers are required to restrict children from those unsafe areas or conditions. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) A fenced in outside play area that measures approximately 66ftx42ft has been installed. The fenced area provides a barrier to restrict children from unsafe areas. |
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| 2023-01-25 | Initial review | 3280.65 - Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.65 Description: Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less Noncompliance Area: Observed an electrical outlet which did not have a protective receptacle cover in the room leading to the outdoor play area. 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.) A protective cover was placed in the electrical outlet. |
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| 2023-01-25 | Initial review | 3280.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible - in original container | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.66(a) Description: Locked or inaccessible - in original container Noncompliance Area: Observed cleaning materials in an unlocked vanity cabinet in the bathroom used by children. Observed hand sanitizer labeled keep out of the reach of children accessible to children on a low shelf. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) All soaps, shampoo, and toothpaste were removed from the vanity cabinet. The hand sanitizer was disposed of in the trash. |
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| 2023-01-25 | Initial review | 3280.75(b) - Inaccessible to children | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.75(b) Description: Inaccessible to children Noncompliance Area: Observed the first aid kit was accessible to children on a low counter. Correction Required: A first-aid kit shall be inaccessible to children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The first aid kit was moved to a higher cabinet that is inaccessible to childern. |
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| 2023-01-25 | Initial review | 3280.76 - Building Surfaces | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.76 Description: Building Surfaces Noncompliance Area: Observed a peeling cover on the vanity in the bathroom used by children. Observed an air vent which needed to be cleaned. Observed damaged drywall by the entrance door. Observed splintering edges and rough edges on the corner of the building on the entrance patio. Correction Required: Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The peeling vanity was sanded and painted. The air vent was cleaned. A wall protector was placed on the wall to cover and prevent future drywall damage made by the entrance door. The splintering edges on the corner of the building on the entrance patio was replaced and sanded. |
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| 2023-01-25 | Initial review | 3280.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.77(a) Description: No peeling paint or plaster Noncompliance Area: Observed peeling paint on both sides of a hutch in the eating area of the facility. 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.) The walls on the sides of the hutch were sanded and repainted. |
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| 2023-01-25 | Initial review | 3280.95(a)/3280.95(b) - FIRE DETECTION/Staff responsibility | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3280.95(a)/3280.95(b) Description: FIRE DETECTION/Staff responsibility Noncompliance Area: Observed the operator did not have proof of purchase receipts for the interconnected fire alarm system. 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 primary staff person or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements in subsection (a) are met. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) I printed the receipt from Amazon to show the purchase date of the interconnected fire alarm system. |
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