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The Discovery School

Allison Park, PA · Allegheny County
4225 Middle Rd, Allison Park, PA 15101
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4225 Middle Rd
Allison Park, PA 15101
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CER-00258159
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Aug 12, 2026
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Aug 12, 2027
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Pennsylvania Department of Education and Public Welfare
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Early Learning Resource Center for Region 5

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The Discovery School is a Child Care Center in Allison Park PA. The provider also participates in a subsidized child care program.

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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2026-05-27 Renewal 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.102(a)

Description: Clean and good repair

Noncompliance Area: In the front area of the outdoors play space, a clear plastic cup and plastic green sieve were cracked exposing sharp rough edges. By the main building in the outdoor play space, 4 wooden discs with carved words were attached to a piece of wood accessible to the children in care. Two of the discs came off, exposing sharp, splintering wood.

Correction Required: Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
While onsite, we collected the broken sand toys and discarded them. Additionally, we removed the wooden disk structure by the music wall.
2026-05-27 Renewal 3270.124(b)(2) - Physician name, address, phone Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(2)

Description: Physician name, address, phone

Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact information for Child #1 did not contain the address of the child's physician.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We contacted the child's family and asked them to update their registration form to include the physical address of their child's physician. The registration form was successfully updated.
2026-05-27 Renewal 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)

Description: Comply with CPSL

Noncompliance Area: The file of Staff #1 and #2 contained disclosure statements signed by the staff and witnesses, however, the information was on a previous version of the disclosure statement dated 11/4/2024 and not the current version dated 1/1/2025.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
While onsite, we had both staff members #1 and #2 complete the updated Disclosure Statement form and placed it in their staff files.
2026-05-27 Renewal 3270.51 - Similar Age Level Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.51

Description: Similar Age Level

Noncompliance Area: At approximately 12:45, there were 12 PREK children present in Classroom 2. Of the 12 children, 10 were on their cots and 2 were finishing lunch at the table. When asked to identify the group of children in their primary group of children, Staff #3, the only staff present in the room at the time, identified all 12 children. Staff #3 exceeded the 1:10 staff to child ratio by 2 children since the 2 children were at the table and not on their cot and therefore, nap ratios did not apply.

Correction Required: When children are grouped in similar age levels, the following maximum child group sizes and ratios of staff persons apply: Infants 1:4 with a maximum group size of 8; Young toddlers 1:5 with a maximum group size of 10; Older toddlers 1:6 with a maximum group size of 12; Preschool children 1:10 with a maximum group size of 20; Young school-age children 1:12 with a maximum group size of 24; Older school-age children 1:15 with a maximum group size of 30.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We have revised our staff break schedule to ensure that two staff members are present during the entirety of lunch time. Staff will take their break during nap time, ensuring proper ratios.
2026-05-27 Renewal 3270.65 - Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.65

Description: Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less

Noncompliance Area: An electrical outlet accessible to children under the age of 5 in the indoor play space was not covered with a protective cover.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
While onsite, we replaced the protective outlet cover in the open outlet.
2026-05-27 Renewal 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.66(a)

Description: Locked or inaccessible

Noncompliance Area: In Classroom 1, sunscreen and a sunscreen stick were accessible in a backpack hanging in the cubby accessible to children in care.

Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We communicate to families to send in sunscreen at the beginning of the week, labeled with their child's name. We collect these items and store them in a cabinet that is inaccessible to children. We will continue to check campers/children's backpacks each morning and remove any sunscreen or otherwise unsafe materials.
2025-05-28 Renewal 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.102(a)

Description: Clean and good repair

Noncompliance Area: A shelf in Classroom 1 was not stable as it swayed to the right and left creating an opening where a child could pinch their fingers. The top platform area of the climber in Classroom 1 contained a Command-like hook on a panel directly across from the steps, which protruded from the side panel and could cause injury to a child crawling or walking in that area. In the indoor play space, a red and yellow vinyl block had a tear in the red vinyl and the vinyl purple mat also was detaching at a seam in the corner exposing the cushioning inside. The upper outdoor play space contained a climber which had 8 eye bolts protruding from 2 poles which, based on a conversation with a staff, had an additional piece attached but was removed for safety reasons. A sensory board on the railing of the porch in the play space contained a piece of a metal or aluminum gutter and a metal tube that had sharp, rough edges. The right-side and back wooden walls of the Armadillo Mine in the outdoor play space contained sharp rough edges in an area accessible to the children and could cause splinters.

Correction Required: Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
1. The shelf in Classroom 1 was removed. 2. The command hook on the panel was removed immediately. 3. The red and yellow vinyl block was repaired. The edge of the purple mat was repaired. 4. The 8 eye bolts on the climber in the upper playground area were removed. 5. The aluminum gutter and metal tube on the sensory board (music wall) were repaired with duck tape. 6. The right side and back panels of the Armadillo mine were removed and replaced.
2025-05-28 Renewal 3270.102(f) - Indoor climbing- protective surface Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.102(f)

Description: Indoor climbing- protective surface

Noncompliance Area: In Classroom 1, the steps to access the child-size loft did not have a protective surface covering beneath them. In Classroom 2, the child-size loft with a chalkboard did not have a protective surface covering beneath the steps.

Correction Required: Indoor play equipment for climbing shall be installed or used over a protective surface covering which does not interfere with the stability of the equipment.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We placed a rug underneath the steps of the child-size loft in Classroom 1. We placed a rug underneath the steps of the child-sized loft in Classroom 2.
2025-05-28 Renewal 3270.123(a) - Signed Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)

Description: Signed

Noncompliance Area: The financial agreements of child #1, #2, #3, #4 and #5 were not signed by the operator.

Correction Required: An agreement shall be signed by the operator and the parent.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All registrations are completed for the 2025 summer. We have revised the registration form to include the operator's e-signature for all future registrations.
2025-05-28 Renewal 3270.124(c) - Each child care space Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(c)

Description: Each child care space

Noncompliance Area: The staff in Classroom 1 were not able to access the electronic emergency contact information for the children present in the child care 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We printed a paper copy of all emergency contact information for children present in the child care space. The counselors each have a copy of the printed information in their fanny packs that are carried with them throughout the day.
2025-05-28 Renewal 3270.133(5) - Original label Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.133(5)

Description: Original label

Noncompliance Area: An albuterol inhaler with an expiration date of 3/2025 was at the facility for a child in Classroom 2.

Correction Required: Medication shall be stored in accordance with the manufacturer's or health professional's instructions on the original label.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We contacted the parent that day (6/17/25) to notify them of the outdated inhaler. The parent provided the updated prescription.
2025-05-28 Renewal 3270.151(a) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(a)

Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter

Noncompliance Area: The health assessment of staff #1 did not contain a date making it unable to determine if it was completed within 12 months of their start date with children.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The staff member returned the health assessment to her medical provider to date. The. medical provider dated the health form to correspond with the staff member's physical examination and returned it to us.
2025-05-28 Renewal 3270.21 - General Health and Safety Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.21

Description: General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: A blue wading pool, which contained bubbles and water, was down the hill from where the preschool children were playing. As per staff, it was for the school-age children in the uncertified program. The pool was accessible as there were no barriers to restrict the preschool children from the wading pool. By the pond, the ground contained an area at least 1.5 feet x 2 feet of standing water which was accessible to children in care.

Correction Required: Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The wading pool was removed from the school-age program.
2025-05-28 Renewal 3270.21 - General Health and Safety Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.21

Description: General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: The desk in Classroom 2 contained 3 pairs of adult scissors accessible to children in care.

Correction Required: Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The container with the adult scissors was immediately placed on a high shelf that is not accessible by children.
2025-05-28 Renewal 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)

Description: Comply with CPSL

Noncompliance Area: The file of staff #2, who resided outside of the state of Pennsylvania in the past 5 years, did not have completed clearances from the state which they resided prior to working in a childcare position.

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 childcare position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We removed the staff member immediately from the classroom and replaced her with our childcare director. The director contacted IL state police background check to expedite the clearance. We received the clearance on 7/8/25.
2025-05-28 Renewal 3270.65 - Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.65

Description: Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less

Noncompliance Area: An electrical outlet at the desk in Classroom 2, accessible to children 5 years of age and younger, did not contain a protective receptacle cover.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The electrical outlet in Classroom 2 was covered with a protective outlet cover immediately.
2025-05-28 Renewal 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.66(a)

Description: Locked or inaccessible

Noncompliance Area: Clorox wipes on a desk and sunscreen in the cubby, both labeled "keep out of the reach of children," were accessible to the children in care in Classroom 1. In Classroom 2, Baby Organics sunscreen labeled "keep out of the reach of children," was in a backpack in the cubby accessible to children. Wood fungus, harmful if ingested, was located on the back panel of the Armadillo Mine in the outdoor play space accessible to children. On the bottom shelf where materials are stored in the hallway, Arm and Hammer Baking Soda, labeled "keep out of the reach of children" was 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
1. Clorox wipes (and all cleaning materials) were placed in a storage caddy on a high shelf not accessible by children. 2. All sunscreen is removed from backpacks, labeled with name, and placed on a high shelf that is not accessible by children. 3. The back panel of the Armadillo Mine was removed and replaced. 4. The Arm and Hammer baking soda was placed on a high shelf that is not accessible by children.
2025-05-28 Renewal 3270.72(d) - Above ground window opening restricted to 6" Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.72(d)

Description: Above ground window opening restricted to 6"

Noncompliance Area: In the indoor gross motor room, the restrictor for a window above the ground floor was not in place to ensure the window did not open more than 6 inches.

Correction Required: Windows or doors above the ground floor that open directly to the outdoors and are accessible to children shall be constructed, modified or adapted to limit the opening to 6 or fewer inches.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The window restrictor was immediately placed in the proper position.
2025-05-28 Renewal 3270.76 - Building Surfaces Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.76

Description: Building Surfaces

Noncompliance Area: The edges of a carpet in Classroom 1 were curling creating a tripping hazard. In the gross motor space, multiple photographs were hung on the wall, at the level of children, with nails that protruded approximately 3/4-1 inch from the wall. In the outdoor play space, 3 bricks, which had sharp corners, were by the porch area where children have access. A large branch (approximately 4-5 feet long) from a fallen tree was coming through the opening of the split rail fence into the upper play space which could cause injury to a child playing on the equipment. Next to the Armadillo Mine in the outdoor play space, a tree which had sharp branches and twigs extending from the branches were at child level and could cause injury to children playing in the area. At the xylophone in the outdoor play space, sharp branches were on the ground in an upward position and could cause injury to a child.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
1. We removed the curling rug in Classroom 1. 2. We removed the photos and nails in the gross motor space. 3. We removed the bricks from the back porch area. 4. We removed the large branch that was protruding through the split rail fence in the upper playground area. 5. We removed the sharp branches from the tree by the Armadillo Mine. 6. We removed the sharp branches by the outdoor Xylophone.
2024-06-26 Renewal 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.102(a)

Description: Clean and good repair

Noncompliance Area: In room #2, there were multiple push pins in the wall that had sharp edges and were accessible to children.

Correction Required: Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The pushpins were removed, and replaced with masking tape.
2024-06-26 Renewal 3270.123(a) - Signed Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)

Description: Signed

Noncompliance Area: The files for child #1, #2, #3, #4, and #5 had an agreement that lacked the operator's signature.

Correction Required: An agreement shall be signed by the operator and the parent.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We printed out all child files and signed them as the operator. Parents have access to the original copies.
2024-06-26 Renewal 3270.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(7)

Description: Name/address/phone release person

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #1 had an emergency contact form that lacked the address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Child #1 is no longer in care.
2024-06-26 Renewal 3270.25(a) - Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.25(a)

Description: Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations

Noncompliance Area: The parent of each enrolled child was not provided with information on how to access the DHS child care regulations electronically.

Correction Required: The facility's current certificate of compliance shall be posted in a conspicuous location used by parents. The operator shall provide the parent of each child enrolled with information on how to access the regulations in this chapter electronically and with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional child care office.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We printed the QR code to the PA Child Care Regulations on the 'welcome' bulletin board outside of the classrooms.
2024-06-26 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #2 had a volunteer child abuse clearance and lacked a child abuse clearance for employment. The file for staff person #4 had an invalid state police clearance and lacked a current state police clearance. The files for staff person #1, #2, #3, #4, #5, and #6 had a disclosure statement form that lacked the signature of a witness. (See LIS CODE SHEET)

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Staff Person #2 and Staff Person #4 may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
6/26/24: We provided the complete (pages 1 & 2) state police clearance for staff person #4. 6/26/24: We provided a witness signed Disclosure Statement for staff persons #1, #2, #4, #5. 7/8/24: We provided the Child Abuse Clearance for staff person #2. 7/8/24: We provided the witness signed Disclosure Statement for staff person #3. Staff person #6 no longer is employed. Staff person #2 did not return to a child care position until the child abuse update clearance was received. Staff person #4 obtained the updated state police clearance on the day of the inspection.
2024-06-26 Renewal 3270.63 - Unsafe Areas in Outdoor Space Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.63

Description: Unsafe Areas in Outdoor Space

Noncompliance Area: On the outdoor facility's property, there was a pond near the outdoor play space. Around the pond was a wooden fence with a metal wire fence behind it that did not provide an acceptable barrier to keep/restrict children from accessing the pond. There was a section of the metal wire fence that had a gap where a child could fit through and access the pond area, and the height of the metal wire fence was not at a height to restrict children from accessing the pond area. The fence gate to access the pond area lacked a lock.

Correction Required: If unsafe areas or conditions are in or near an outdoor play space, fencing or natural barriers are required to restrict children from those unsafe areas or conditions.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We plan to use the Community Room as a gross motor space. The outdoor area will not be used and is not currently measured as play space.
2024-06-26 Renewal 3270.65 - Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.65

Description: Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less

Noncompliance Area: In the lobby on the right wall, the electrical outlet lacked an outlet cover.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We placed a protective receptacle cover in the outlet at the time of inspection.
2024-06-26 Renewal 3270.67(d) - Contaminated trash in closed plastic-lined receptacle Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.67(d)

Description: Contaminated trash in closed plastic-lined receptacle

Noncompliance Area: In room #2, there was a trash can in the room that had food and tissues discarded in it and lacked a lid on the trash can.

Correction Required: Trash that has been contaminated by human secretions or excrement shall be contained in closed, plastic-lined receptacles.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We placed lids on all trash cans that contain food, tissues and/or other human secretions.
2024-06-26 Renewal 3270.69(b) - 110º F or less Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.69(b)

Description: 110º F or less

Noncompliance Area: In room #2, the water temperature at the sink in the room was 124° F. In the bathroom between room #1 and room #2, the water temperature at the two sinks was 122° F.

Correction Required: Hot water temperature, in areas accessible to children, may not exceed 110° F.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We turned off the hot water to both sinks.
2024-02-16 Initial review 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.102(a)

Description: Clean and good repair

Noncompliance Area: On the outdoor play space, the mud kitchen stove had 4 nails that were protruding out from the stove that had sharp edges and were a visible hazard. The stove had splintering wood in multiple areas with sharp edges on the back legs and the side of the top surface of the stove.

Correction Required: Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The stove will be repaired and the nails will be removed to ensure there are no sharp edges or the stove will be completely removed.
2024-02-16 Initial review 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: The files for staff person #1 and #2 had a disclosure statement that lacked the date.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Both staff persons completed a new disclosure statement with the date.
2024-02-16 Initial review 3270.75(c) - Has all items Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.75(c)

Description: Has all items

Noncompliance Area: The first-aid kits in classroom #1 and classroom #2 each lacked soap.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Soap was added to both first-aid kits.
2024-02-16 Initial review 3270.76 - Building Surfaces Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.76

Description: Building Surfaces

Noncompliance Area: On the outdoor play space, the farmhouse building bordering the embedded equipment with swings had two areas with broken and damaged bricks with holes in the wall. On the outdoor play space, the door to the farmhouse building opposite the sand box area had damaged wood with splintering and sharp edges that were accessible to children.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The holes in the wall will be covered. The door to the farmhouse will be repaired with the wood sanded to remove the sharp edges. The door will be replaced in the future.
2024-02-16 Initial review 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.77(a)

Description: No peeling paint or plaster

Noncompliance Area: On the outdoor play space, the door to the farmhouse building opposite the sand box area had peeling paint in multiple areas on the door and the doorframe. On the outdoor play space, the front of the farmhouse building had peeling paint in multiple areas on the two doors near the gazebo.

Correction Required: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The peeling paint will be sanded to make sure the peeling paint is removed.
2024-02-16 Initial review 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) - Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)

Description: Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance

Noncompliance Area: The operator lacked proof of purchase for the interconnected fire detection system.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
An attestation statement was completed as proof of purchase.

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