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About the Provider
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
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| 2026-02-11 | Renewal | 3270.107 - Refrigerator | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.107 Description: Refrigerator Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed the refrigerator did not have a thermometer. Correction Required: A facility shall have an operable, clean refrigerator used to store potentially hazardous foods. The refrigerator shall be capable of maintaining food at 45° F or below. An operating thermometer shall be placed in the refrigerator. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Thermometer has been ordered. |
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| 2026-02-11 | 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 renewal inspection the cert rep observed a child was in the bathroom unsupervised. 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. Children must be supervised at all times. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff personal was corrected and was demonstrated on site. |
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| 2026-02-11 | Renewal | 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 renewal inspection the cert rep observed the emergency contacts were not present in the child care space in the greenway or the parlor classroom. 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.) The emergency contacts were placed back in their designated spaces. |
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| 2026-02-11 | 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 the renewal inspection the cert rep observed there was no shaken baby syndrome policy on file. 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.) Will obtain shaken baby syndrome policy. |
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| 2026-02-11 | 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 the renewal inspection the cert rep observed continuity of operations was not included in the emergency 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.) Will include the continuity of operations in the emergency plan. |
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| 2026-02-11 | 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 renewal inspection the cert rep observed staff #1 and 2 did not have a complete health assessment on file with TB. 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.) Immediate corrective action was taken to obtain the required health assessments. Both staff members have completed the necessary health evaluations, including TB screening, and documentation has been secured and placed in their respective personnel files. Staff #1 is no longer employed at the child care center. |
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| 2026-02-11 | 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 renewal inspection the cert rep observed there was no 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.) A new liability cert with appropriate information was requested from our insurance carrier |
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| 2026-02-11 | Renewal | 3270.181(a) - Each child | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.181(a) Description: Each child Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed child #1-5 did not have an individual record on file. Correction Required: An operator shall establish and maintain an individual record for each child enrolled in the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) All children have files. |
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| 2026-02-11 | 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 renewal inspection the cert rep observed staff #2 did not have two written nonfamily references on file. 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.) All staff files were reviewed to ensure that required references are complete and properly documented in accordance with state licensing regulations. Staff #2 is no longer employed at the child care center. |
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| 2026-02-11 | Renewal | 3270.21 - General Health and Safety | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.21 Description: General Health and Safety Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection cert rep was let into the child care center by 2 persons who were inside the child care facility while a funeral was being held. I asked them if the director was available and was told they did not know because they were leaving from a funeral. Cert rep walked into the office and called out for the director. No one answered, so cert rep walked around to the greenway room and also saw other people walking in the hallways of the child care facility who were not staff. Once cert rep reached the greenway room there were 2 staff persons and 14 children in care. Correction Required: 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.) The facility acknowledges the deficiency cited and takes full responsibility for ensuring regulatory compliance and maintaining appropriate supervision and security at all times. |
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| 2026-02-11 | 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 renewal inspection the cert rep observed staff #2 did not have emergency plan training on file. 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.) Immediate corrective action was taken to verify training requirements and ensure compliance. Staff has completed the required emergency plan training, and documentation has been obtained and placed in the employee's personnel file. Staff #2 is no longer employed at the facility. |
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| 2026-02-11 | Renewal | 3270.27(f) - Emergency plan | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.27(f) Description: Emergency plan Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed a copy of the emergency plan was not sent 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 facility's emergency plan has been sent to the local municipality and the county emergency management agency as required. |
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| 2026-02-11 | Renewal | 3270.31(f) - Health and Safety Training | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.31(f) Description: Health and Safety Training Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed staff #1 and 2 did not have health and safety training on file. Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Both staff persons have health and safety trainings on files. |
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| 2026-02-11 | 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 renewal inspection the cert rep observed staff #1 did not have FBI clearance and mandated reporter training on file. 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 #1 may not work in a child care position at the facility. 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 #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 has taken the steps to apply for renewed clearances. |
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| 2026-02-11 | Renewal | 3270.52 - Mixed Age Level | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.52 Description: Mixed Age Level Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed in the greenway room there were 2 staff with 14 mixed school age children. The one staff left the greenway room to go into the office leaving 14 children to 1 staff person. 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). IF USING TIERED LIS: The required staff:child ratios must be maintained at all times.The legal entity must submit documentation in a format approved by DHS proving that the facility is maintaining the required staff:child ratios at all times. The legal entity will confirm continuing compliance by sending copies of the documentation to the -------- Region Office 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.) Staff have been re-informed that required staff-to-child ratios must be maintained at all times. Staff may not leave a classroom or child care space without ensuring ratio coverage is in place. If assistance is needed, staff will use established communication channels to alert the Director or designated administrator before stepping away. |
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| 2026-02-11 | Renewal | 3270.61(f)/3270.62(d) - No business simultaneous use/No simultaneous use | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.61(f)/3270.62(d) Description: No business simultaneous use/No simultaneous use Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed persons in the music room that were not staff bringing in products to set up for a food giveaway. Correction Required: Indoor space in which children are receiving care may not be used simultaneously for other business, commercial, social or another purpose unrelated to the child care being offered. Outdoor or indoor play space in which children are receiving care may not be used simultaneously for other business, commercial, social or another purpose unrelated to the child care being offered. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Access to child care programming spaces has been restricted. All non--child care organizations and external partners have been formally notified that child care spaces may not be accessed or used during programming hours. |
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| 2026-02-11 | 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 renewal inspection the cert rep observed in the downstairs bathroom there were cleaning supplies accessible to children. Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The cleaning supplies were removed while cert rep was on site. |
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| 2026-02-11 | Renewal | 3270.75(c) - Has all items | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.75(c) Description: Has all items Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed the first aid kit in the greenway room did not include gloves and tweezers. Correction Required: A first-aid kit must contain the following: soap, an assortment of adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, tweezers, tape, scissors and disposable, nonporous gloves. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Disposable gloves and tweezers have been ordered and will be added to the first aid kits immediately upon receipt to ensure all required items are included. |
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| 2026-02-11 | Renewal | 3270.82(g) - Clean and good repair | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.82(g) Description: Clean and good repair Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed the downstairs bathroom was not clean. Correction Required: Toilet areas and fixtures shall be cleaned daily and be in good repair. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The downstairs bathroom has been cleaned and sanitized to meet required standards. |
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| 2026-02-11 | Renewal | 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) - Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Description: Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed documentation of testing fire safety system every 30 or documentation of annual testing from a fire safety professional was not on file. Correction Required: Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)). The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The required fire safety inspection was completed and passed on 2/26/2026. Documentation has been placed on file. |
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| 2025-04-08 | Renewal | 3270.171(c) - Safe routes posted | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.171(c) Description: Safe routes posted Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection cert rep observed a written notification of safe routes was not posted in the child care facility. Correction Required: Written notification of safe routes shall be posted by the operator at a conspicuous location in the child care facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Will create a safe routes notification and post in a conspicuous location in the facility. |
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| 2025-04-08 | Renewal | 3270.61(b) - Care space not play space at same time | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.61(b) Description: Care space not play space at same time Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection cert rep observed the indoor play space was not set up for indoor play space. Correction Required: Indoor child care space may not be used simultaneously as play space. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Will remove all tables, chairs, cords, cleaning tools and storage things. |
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| 2025-04-08 | Renewal | 3270.69(b) - 110º F or less | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.69(b) Description: 110º F or less Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection cert rep observed the hot water temperature in the girls and boys bathroom was 112 degrees and 111 in the basement bathroom. 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.) Will turn down the water in the boys, girls and basement bathroom to under 110 degrees. |
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| 2024-11-13 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.123(a)(5) - Designated release persons | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.123(a)(5) Description: Designated release persons Noncompliance Area: During the unannounced monitoring visit from the renewal inspection on 10/2/2024 child #1-3 and 5 fee agreement did not include the release persons name. 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.) We have asked parents to provide names of release person. |
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| 2024-11-13 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.123(a)(6) - Admission date | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.123(a)(6) Description: Admission date Noncompliance Area: During the unannounced monitoring visit from the renewal inspection on 10/2/2024 child #1-5 fee agreement did not include the date of admission. Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Paperwork will be filled out prior admission for compliance and on file. |
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| 2024-11-13 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.124(b)(2) - Physician name, address, phone | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(b)(2) Description: Physician name, address, phone Noncompliance Area: During the unannounced monitoring visit from the renewal inspection on 10/2/2024 child #5 emergency contact did not include the name of the physician. Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The name of medical facility was added to child's emergency contact. |
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| 2024-11-13 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3) - Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3) Description: Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission Noncompliance Area: During the unannounced monitoring visit from the renewal inspection on 10/2/2024 child #4 and 5 emergency contact did not include the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care and for emergency medical care for the child. Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care. A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Parent will sign boxes for consents for the emergency contact. |
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| 2024-11-13 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(b)(7) Description: Name/address/phone release person Noncompliance Area: During the unannounced monitoring visit from the renewal inspection on 10/2/2024 child #2 emergency contact did not include the release persons address. 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.) Parent provided the release person. |
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| 2024-11-13 | 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 unannounced monitoring visit from the renewal inspection on 10/2/2024 4 emergency contacts were not present in the child care space while children were receiving care. 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.) Emergency contacts have been updated and added to space. |
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| 2024-11-13 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.131(d)(5) - Immunization record | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.131(d)(5) Description: Immunization record Noncompliance Area: During the unannounced monitoring visit from the renewal inspection on 10/2/2024 child #1 and 5 did not have a complete immunization chart on file. Correction Required: A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Letters have been obtained for immunizations. |
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| 2024-10-02 | Renewal | 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 renewal inspection cert rep observed there was no emergency contact information present in the child care space while the children were 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.) Operator will have the emergency contact present in the child care space when children are receiving care in the space. |
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| 2024-10-02 | Renewal | 3270.131(a)(4)/3270.131(d)(5) - Initial health report for school age; accordance with school attendance/Immunization record | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.131(a)(4)/3270.131(d)(5) Description: Initial health report for school age; accordance with school attendance/Immunization record Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection cert rep observed child #2, 4 and 5 did not have a health assessment on file with immunizations. Child #1 did not have immunizations on file. Correction Required: The initial health report for a school-age child must be dated in accordance with the requirements for medical examinations for school attendance in 28 Pa. Code § 23.2 (relating to medical examinations). A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Operator will obtain a health assessment with immunizations for child #2, 4 and 5 and immunizations for child #1. |
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| 2024-10-02 | 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 the renewal inspection cert rep observed there is no Shaken Baby Syndrome policy on file. 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.) Operator will create policy on Shaken Baby Syndrome. |
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| 2024-10-02 | Renewal | 3270.171(c) - Safe routes posted | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.171(c) Description: Safe routes posted Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection cert rep observed no written notification of safe routes was posted in a conspicuous location at the facility. Correction Required: Written notification of safe routes shall be posted by the operator at a conspicuous location in the child care facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Operator will create and post a written notification of safe routes. |
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| 2024-10-02 | 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 renewal inspection cert rep observed there is no general 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.) Operator will obtain general liability insurance. |
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| 2024-10-02 | Renewal | 3270.181(a) - Each child | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.181(a) Description: Each child Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection cert rep observed child 1-5 emergency contact and fee agreement was not on file. Correction Required: An operator shall establish and maintain an individual record for each child enrolled in the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Operator will complete an emergency contact and fee agreement for child #1-5. |
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| 2024-10-02 | 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 renewal inspection cert rep observed staff #2 did not have two written nonfamily references on file. 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.) Operator will obtain two written nonfamily references on file for staff #2. |
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| 2024-10-02 | Renewal | 3270.27(a)(6)/3270.27(f) - Emergency plan/Emergency plan | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.27(a)(6)/3270.27(f) Description: Emergency plan/Emergency plan Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection cert rep observed the annual emergency drill was not on file and not sent to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency. Correction Required: Emergency drills shall be conducted annually. Annual emergency drills shall be documented and on file at the facility. 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.) Operator will conduct an annual drill. Operator will send a copy of the emergency plan to the local municipality and county emergency management agency. |
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| 2024-10-02 | 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 renewal inspection cert rep observed staff #2-5 did not have emergency plan training on file. 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.) Operator will train staff #2-5 on the emergency plan. |
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| 2024-10-02 | Renewal | 3270.31(e) - Age and Training | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.31(e) Description: Age and Training Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection cert rep observed staff #1 and 4 did not have 12 clock hours of child care training on file. Correction Required: A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Operator will obtain 12 clock hours of child care training for staff #1 and 4. |
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| 2024-10-02 | 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 renewal inspection cert rep observed staff #4 did not have fire safety training on file. 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.) Operator will obtain fire safety training for staff #4. |
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| 2024-10-02 | Renewal | 3270.31(f) - Health and Safety Training | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.31(f) Description: Health and Safety Training Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection cert rep observed staff #3 does not have Health and Safety training on file. Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Operator will obtain Health and Safety training for staff #3. Staff #3 no longer volunteers at the facility. Documentation on file. |
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| 2024-10-02 | Renewal | 3270.31(f)(10) - Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.31(f)(10) Description: Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection cert rep observed staff #3 did not have pediatric first aid and CPR on file. Correction Required: 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.) Operator will obtain pediatric first aid and CPR for staff #3. Staff #3 no longer volunteers at the facility. Documentation on file. |
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| 2024-10-02 | 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 renewal inspection cert rep observed staff #3 does not have State Police clearance, NSOR certificate and a disclosure on file. 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. 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 #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.) Operator will obtain State Police clearnace, NSOR certificate and a disclosure for staff #3. Staff #3 will not work in a child care position until all clearances are obtained and verified with cert rep. Staff #3 no longer volunteers at the facility. Documentation on file. |
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| 2024-10-02 | 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 renewal inspection cert rep observed the girls bathroom water temperature was 112 and 116 degree, and the basement bathroom was 117 and 116. 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.) Operator will lower the water temperature to not exceed 110 degrees. |
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| 2024-10-02 | Renewal | 3270.75(c) - Has all items | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.75(c) Description: Has all items Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection cert rep observed the first aid kit did not include 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Operator will include soap to the first aid kit. |
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| 2024-10-02 | Renewal | 3270.94(a)(1) - Every 60 days | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.94(a)(1) Description: Every 60 days Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection cert rep observed the last fire drill was conducted on 7/10/2024. Correction Required: The Director 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Operator will conduct a fire drill. |
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| 2023-09-26 | 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 unannounced monitoring on 9/26/23, while doing a walkthrough of the facility, Cert Rep and Cert Supervisor observed the following: Staff # 1 was observed sending the boys to use the restroom that was not visible to be able to see, hear, assess and direct children. 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. Children must be supervised at all times. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff member was directed to stand over near the boy's bathroom. In addition, children will be supervised at all times. |
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| 2023-09-26 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.192(5) - Two written references | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.192(5) Description: Two written references Noncompliance Area: During unannounced monitoring on 9/26/23, while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep and Cert Supervisor observed the following: - Staff # 3 and # 4 did not have documentation of 2 nonfamily references in file. 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.) Staff members # 3 and # 4 was reminded of their need for references. |
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| 2023-09-26 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.52 - Mixed Age Level | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.52 Description: Mixed Age Level Noncompliance Area: During unannounced monitoring on 9/26/23, while doing a walkthrough of the facility, Cert Rep and Cert Supervisor observed the following: Staff # 1 was alone in the Greenway classroom with 16 children (a mixed young school age and older school age), while Staff # 2 had children using the restroom. 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). The required staff: child ratios must be maintained at all times. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff was reminded about ratio and supervision; they were reminded about duties during this time. In addition, ratios will be maintained at all times and children will be supervised at all times. |
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| 2023-07-19 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.107 - Refrigerator | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.107 Description: Refrigerator Noncompliance Area: During unannounced inspection on 7/19/23, Cert Rep observed the following; - The refrigerator located in the basement did not have a thermometer. Correction Required: A facility shall have an operable, clean refrigerator used to store potentially hazardous foods. The refrigerator shall be capable of maintaining food at 45° F or below. An operating thermometer shall be placed in the refrigerator. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Thermometer has been ordered and placed in fridge. |
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| 2023-07-19 | Unannounced Monitoring | 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 unannounced inspection on 7/19/23, Cert Rep observed the following - Child # 3's emergency contact did not have health insurance and policy number listed. 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 # 3 will have health insurance and policy # inserted into emergency contact. |
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| 2023-07-19 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.131(d)(1) - Child's health history | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.131(d)(1) Description: Child's health history Noncompliance Area: During unannounced inspection on 7/19/23, Cert Rep observed the following: Child # 4 did not have documentation of a child health report in file. Correction Required: A health report shall include a review of the child's health history. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Child's health form is present. |
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| 2023-07-19 | Unannounced Monitoring | 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 unannounced inspection on 7/19/23, Cert Rep observed the following: Staff # 4, 6,11, and # 13 did not have documentation of a health assessment and TB in file. 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.) All staff will have a completed health assessment and TB in file. |
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| 2023-07-19 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.192(5) - Two written references | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.192(5) Description: Two written references Noncompliance Area: During unannounced inspection on 7/19/23, Cert Rep observed the following: Staff # 2,4,7,.11 and # 13 did not have documentation of 2 non-family references in file. 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.) New staff will have these items upon hiring. Staff # 4 was terminated on 7/27/23 |
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| 2023-07-19 | 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 unannounced inspection on 7/19/23, Staff # 13 did not have documentation of emergency plan training in file. 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.) As of 8/24 Staff member 13 has been involved in emergency training. |
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| 2023-07-19 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.33(a)/3270.192(4) - Each staff person meets quals/CPSL information | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.33(a)/3270.192(4) Description: Each staff person meets quals/CPSL information Noncompliance Area: Staff # 11 listed as office staff applied for NSOR on 3/2/22 but does not have documentation in file to show completed clearance Correction Required: A staff person or a substitute staff person shall meet one of the applicable staff qualifications for the position in which the person is performing. 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.) All staff will have completed clearances in file. |
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| 2023-07-19 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.34(a)(6) - Staff evaluations | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.34(a)(6) Description: Staff evaluations Noncompliance Area: During unannounced inspection on 7/19/23, Staff # 1 did not have documentation of staff eval in file. 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.) An evaluation has been requested. |
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| 2023-07-19 | Unannounced Monitoring | 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 unannounced inspection on 7/19/23, while doing a walk-through of the facility, Cert Rep observed the following: - Missing outlet covers in the Performing Arts room located on 2nd floor. 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.) Facilities person will walk around building to correct any outlet areas. |
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| 2023-07-19 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.75(c) - Has all items | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.75(c) Description: Has all items Noncompliance Area: During unannounced inspection on 7/19/23, while doing a walk-through of the facility, Cert Rep observed the following: - the first aid kit in the Performing arts room was missing gloves Correction Required: A first-aid kit must contain the following: soap, an assortment of adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, tweezers, tape, scissors and disposable, nonporous gloves. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Additional gloves have been ordered for kits |
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| 2023-07-19 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.76/3270.77(a) - Building Surfaces/No peeling paint or plaster | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.76/3270.77(a) Description: Building Surfaces/No peeling paint or plaster Noncompliance Area: During unannounced inspection on 7/19/23, Cert Rep observed the following: - Peeling paint in the performing arts room located on the 2nd floor 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. 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.) Facilities person will fix peeling paint in the performing arts room. |
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| 2023-05-31 | Renewal | 3270.107 - Refrigerator | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.107 Description: Refrigerator Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 6/21/23. while doing a walkthrough of the facility, Cert Rep observed the following: The refrigerator located in the basement kitchen did not have a thermometer. Correction Required: A facility shall have an operable, clean refrigerator used to store potentially hazardous foods. The refrigerator shall be capable of maintaining food at 45° F or below. An operating thermometer shall be placed in the refrigerator. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Thermometer has been ordered and place in fridge. |
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| 2023-05-31 | Renewal | 3270.111(b) - Posted in group space | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.111(b) Description: Posted in group space Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 6/21/23. while doing a walkthrough of the facility Cert Rep observed the following: The Parlor room located on the first floor did not a written plan of daily activities posted Correction Required: The written plan of daily activities shall be posted in the group space. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Postings will be placed in group space. |
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| 2023-05-31 | Renewal | 3270.123(a) - Signed | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.123(a) Description: Signed Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 6/21/23. while reviewing children's files, Cert Rep observed the following: Child # 1-4's agreement did not have operator's signature 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.) Child # 1 is no longer a participant. Child # 2-4 agreement has been signed. |
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| 2023-05-31 | 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 renewal inspection on 6/21/23. while reviewing children's files, Cert Rep observed the following: Child # 2, and # 3 did not have health insurance coverage and policy number listed on emergency contact. 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 # 2-3 have policy #'s inserted in emergency contact. |
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| 2023-05-31 | Renewal | 3270.131(d)(1) - Child's health history | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.131(d)(1) Description: Child's health history Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 6/21/23. while reviewing children's files, Cert Rep observed the following: Child # 4 did not have documentation of child health report Correction Required: A health report shall include a review of the child's health history. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Child health form is present. |
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| 2023-05-31 | 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 6/21/23. while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following: - Staff # 1 did not have the mandatory 1-hr health and safety in file 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.) Certificate has been printed out for file. |
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| 2023-05-31 | 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 renewal inspection on 6/21/23. while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following: - Staff # 4, # 6, # 7, # 10 and # 11 did not have documentation of health assessment and TB in file - Staff # 5's health assessment was dated 8/6/20 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 # 4,5,6,7,10 has added their assessment. Facilities person # 11 has been made aware for documentation necessary for file. |
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| 2023-05-31 | 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 6/21/23. while reviewing children's files, Cert Rep observed the following: Child # 1, and # 2 did not have parental signature on the emergency contacts, but had initials. 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.) Child # 1 is no longer a participant. Child # 2 has signatures on document added. |
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| 2023-05-31 | Renewal | 3270.182(6) - Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.182(6) Description: Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 6/21/23. while reviewing children's files, Cert Rep observed the following: Child # 1, # 2 did not have signed parental consent, but had initials Correction Required: A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Child #1 is no longer a participant. Child # 2 will have signatures provided on forms. |
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| 2023-05-31 | 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 renewal inspection on 6/21/23. while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following: - Staff # 2,4,7,9, and # 11 did not have documentation of 2 non-family references in file. 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.) New staff will have these items upon hiring. |
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| 2023-05-31 | 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 renewal inspection on 6/21/23. while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following: Staff# 11 did not have documentation of emergency plan training in file 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.) Admin staff has been made aware of the requirements for these files. They are in the process of gathering those items to add to file. |
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| 2023-05-31 | Renewal | 3270.27(d) - Plan posted | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.27(d) Description: Plan posted Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 6/21/23, while doing a walk-through of the facility Cert Rep observed the following: - The facility did not have the emergency plan posted in a conspicuous location used by parents Correction Required: The operator shall post the emergency plan in the facility at a conspicuous location. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) A display board will be moved into visible for parents. |
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| 2023-05-31 | Renewal | 3270.31(e) - Age and Training | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.31(e) Description: Age and Training Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 6/21/23, while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following - Staff # 1 had 2 completed childcare training hours and not 12 hours Correction Required: A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff members will complete prior to July 28, 2023. |
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| 2023-05-31 | 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 6/21/23. while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following: - Staff #2 and # 6 did not have receipt in file to show that the FBI clearance was not applied for under the 45-day provisional waiver hire. Staff # 2 and # 6 does not met the requirement. - Staff # 3's NSOR receipt is dated 11/3/22 and is not in file - Staff # 11 listed as office staff applied on 3/2/22 for NSOR but does not have documentation of NSOR clearance in file. - Staff # 2, #4, #8, and #11 did not have documentation of disclosure statement in file Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # --, may not work in a childcare position at the facility. A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. 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.) Staff # 2 has received FBI cert. Staff # 6 will obtain FBI by July 14, 2023. Staff # 3 has received NSOR. Staff # 2,4, 9 ahs disclosure in files. |
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| 2023-05-31 | 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 renewal inspection on 6/21/23, while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following: - Staff # 1 did not have documentation of staff evaluation in file 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.) An evaluation has been requested several times. |
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| 2023-05-31 | 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 renewal inspection on 6/21/23. while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following: - Staff # 2 and # 7 listed as an AGS did not have verification of 2 years childcare experience in file - Staff # 4 and # 6 listed as an AGS did not have high school diploma and 2 verification of 2 years childcare experience in file 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 members will have these items upon hiring. Staff # 4 is facility staff |
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| 2023-05-31 | 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 renewal inspection on 6/21/23. while doing a walkthrough of the facility, Cert Rep observed the following: - There were missing outlet covers in the Performing Arts Room located on the 2nd floor. 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.) Facilities person will walk around building to correct any outlet covers. |
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| 2023-05-31 | Renewal | 3270.75(c) - Has all items | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.75(c) Description: Has all items Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 6/21/23. while doing a walkthrough of the facility, Cert Rep observed the following: - the first aid kit in the Performing arts classroom was missing gloves Correction Required: A first-aid kit must contain the following: soap, an assortment of adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, tweezers, tape, scissors and disposable, nonporous gloves. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Additional gloves have been ordered for kits. |
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| 2023-05-31 | Renewal | 3270.76/3270.77(a) - Building Surfaces/No peeling paint or plaster | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.76/3270.77(a) Description: Building Surfaces/No peeling paint or plaster Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 6/21/23. while doing a walkthrough of the facility, Cert Rep observed the following: - Peeling paint in the Performing arts room located on the 2nd floor - peeling paint the entire length of the hallway facing the entrance where the baseboard should be 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. 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.) Facilities person will fix peeling paint in the performing arts room by 7/17/2023. |
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| 2023-05-31 | Renewal | 3270.82(h) - Handwashing signs | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.82(h) Description: Handwashing signs Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 6/21/23. while doing a walkthrough of the facility, Cert Rep observed the following: - Missing handwashing signs at the sink in the kitchen located in the basement 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.) Signs will be placed at kitchen sink. |
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| 2022-11-22 | Renewal | 3270.123(a)(5) - Designated release persons | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.123(a)(5) Description: Designated release persons Noncompliance Area: The agreement forms observed for child #1, #2, #3, #4 and #5 did not include a space for parents to designated release persons 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 form will be edited to include a space to specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released. |
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| 2022-11-22 | 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: The file for staff member #1, hired 8/2022; didn't contain an initial health assessment. The staff members file only contained TB results dated 5/6/2022. Correction Required: A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem. A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The director will provide the staff members listed with a Child Care Staff Health Assessment form. The staff members will immediately request to have a medical professional complete the form reflecting a physical exam |
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| 2022-11-22 | Renewal | 3270.182(3)/3270.182(5) - Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission | Compliant - Finalized |
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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: The emergency contact form for child #1, child #3 and child #5 did not have the parents' signature for consent of emergency medical and minor first-aid. 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.) The director will contact the parents of the children listed to obtain the parents' signature for consent of emergency medical and minor first-aid procedures on the child's emergency contact form. |
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| 2022-11-22 | Renewal | 3270.27(c) - Training regarding plan | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.27(c) Description: Training regarding plan Noncompliance Area: The facility did not have verification of initial emergency plan training for staff member #3, hired 9/8/2022. 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.) The director will conduct an initial training on the facility's emergency procedures with staff member #3. The initial emergency plan training for staff member#3 will be documented in writing with the date of the training and the names of the facility person who received the training. |
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| 2022-11-22 | Renewal | 3270.31(e)(4)(i) - Age and Training | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.31(e)(4)(i) Description: Age and Training Noncompliance Area: The current Pediatric First Aid and Pediatric CPR training certificate observed in staff member's #3 filles was not provided by approved PQAS training professional. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff member #3 will take a Pediatric CPR & First Aid training with a PQAS certified trainer. Another option would be for the director to provide the instructor at International CPR Institute, who provided the current Pediatric First Aid and Pediatric CPR training; with the information necessary to become a PQAS certified professional. Once the instructor has completed the PQAS certification process the certificate for staff member's #3 will be in compliance with regulation until expiration. Staff member #3 will be removed from duty if training is not received and/or compliant with regulations. |
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| 2022-11-22 | Renewal | 3270.31(e)/3270.192(2)(iii) - Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.31(e)/3270.192(2)(iii) Description: Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility Noncompliance Area: The files for staff members #4 and #5 did not contain verification of the annual 12 clock hours of childcare training. Correction Required: A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The staff members listed will complete the required amount of child care training to reach the minimum of 12 hours for the year. The director will direct the staff member to complete the 12 hours of training, as soon as possible. The training certificate(s) verifying completion will be place in the staff files. |
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| 2022-11-22 | Renewal | 3270.31(f)/3270.192(2)(ii) - Health and Safety Training/Exp, educ., training prior to facility | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.31(f)/3270.192(2)(ii) Description: Health and Safety Training/Exp, educ., training prior to facility Noncompliance Area: The files for staff members #2 and #4, both hired 9/2018; did not contain verification of completion of the required pre-service Health and Safety topics. Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10. 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.) The director will ensure staff members #2 and #4 complete the required Health and Safety topics by completing Get Started with Center-Based Care-Revised 2022 |
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| 2022-11-22 | 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: The file for staff member #1, hired August 2022; did not contain a completed FBI or PA State Police clearance. The file for staff member #2, hired 9/20/2018; contained a Department of Education FBI clearance which is not accepted by the Office of Child Development and Early Learning (OCDEL). Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # -- may not work in a child care position at the facility. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff member #1 may not work at the facility until all clearances are obtained. Staffer #1's must submit a completed FBI and PA State Police clearances prior to returning to work. Staff member #2 will submit an FBI clearance completed under the Department of human Services. The director will ensure staff member #1's and staff member #2 file contains a completed DHS FBI clearance, PA State Police clearance, PA Child Abuse clearance and NSOR letter along with the verification of completion of the Mandated Reporter Child Abuse, as required under the CPSL. |
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| 2021-12-02 | Unannounced Monitoring | 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 unannounced monitoring on 12/2/21, Facility person # 2 whose hire date 7/9/21 did not have documentation of health assessment in file 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 # 2 is in the process of obtaining information for file. Staff # 2 will be removed until file is completed |
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| 2021-12-02 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.192(5) - Two written references | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.192(5) Description: Two written references Noncompliance Area: During unannounced 12/2/21, Facility person # 2 whose hire date 7/9/21 did not have documentation of 2 non-family references in file 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.) Staff # 2 is in the process of obtaining information for file. Staff # 2 will be removed until all documents is obtained |
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| 2021-12-02 | Unannounced Monitoring | 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 unannounced monitoring on 12/2/21, the file of facility person #2 hired 7/9/21does not contain a completed child abuse, DHS required FBI clearance, NSOR verification, or a signed disclosure statement. The LE does not have an approved waiver to hire provisionally. The file does not contain copies of request(s) for the clearances/verification, and the disclosure statement required for provisional hiring under the CPSL. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # 2-- may not work in a 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 #--2- may not work in a position at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff # 2 is in the process of obtaining information for file. Staff # 2 will be removed form facility until file is completed |
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| 2021-12-02 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.54(b) - Two facility persons on excursions | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.54(b) Description: Two facility persons on excursions Noncompliance Area: During unannounced visit on 12/2/21, Cert Rep observed Staff # 1 alone escorting 22 school age children to the facility Correction Required: At least two facility persons shall be present when children are on an excursion away from the facility. At a minimum, one of the facility persons shall be a staff person. All Staff must do 2 hours of approved ratio training on Better Kid Care Website |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Two staff members will escort children at all times. All staff have completed 2 hours PD training for ratios |
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| 2021-09-21 | Renewal | 3270.123(a)/3270.182(8) - Signed /Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original. | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.123(a)/3270.182(8) Description: Signed /Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original. Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 11/3/2021 while reviewing children's files, Child # 1-6 agreements were incomplete Correction Required: An agreement shall be signed by the operator and the parent.A child's record shall contain a copy of the initial agreement and subsequent written agreements between the parent and the operator. The parent receives the original agreement. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Childcare software has been updated to include full agreement. Agreements for students have been acquired |
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| 2021-09-21 | 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 renewal inspection on 11/3/2021 while observing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following: - Staff # 6 whose hire date 1/2015 did not have a staff health form in file - Staff # 7 listed as volunteer did not have a health assessment in file 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 # 6 provided a health assessment. Staff # 7 listed as volunteer will schedule for a physical |
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| 2021-09-21 | Renewal | 3270.191 - Individual Records | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.191 Description: Individual Records Noncompliance Area: During physical site visit on 11/10/21, Cert Rep observed Facility person # 9 at the facility, but did not receive a file for Facility # 9 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.) Staff # 9 listed as facility staff is in the process of obtaining paperwork for file |
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| 2021-09-21 | 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 renewal inspection on 11/3/2021 while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed Staff # 4 whose hire date 6/2021 had documentation of 1 written reference in file 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.) Staff member # 4 will obtain another non- family reference for file |
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| 2021-09-21 | 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 renewal inspection on 11/3/21, while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following - Staff # 7 and 8 listed as volunteers did not have emergency plan training in file 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 # 7 will have emergency plan training on 11/29/21 |
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| 2021-09-21 | Renewal | 3270.31(f) - Health and Safety Training | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.31(f) Description: Health and Safety Training Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 11/3/2021 while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed that Staff # 4 whose hire date 6/2021 did not have documentation of Health and Safety training in file Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development in the following topics within 90 days of hire: |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff will participate in the correct classes for professional development |
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| 2021-09-21 | 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 renewal inspection on 11/3/2021 while reviewing staff files, Staff # 4 whose hire date did not have documentation of 2500 childcare hours to qualify as Assistant Group Supervisor 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 will continue working with children as an Aide to gain experience and add to hours and experience. Staff # 4 will be an Aide as of 12/7/21 |
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