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The Kids Club Daycare

Chambersburg, PA · Franklin County
600 MILLER ST, Chambersburg, PA 17201
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Capacity
129 children
Languages
English, English, Spanish
Subsidized Program
Participates
State Rating
1

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Contact Information

📞 (717) 264-3266
600 MILLER ST
Chambersburg, PA 17201
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✓ Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
CER-00256867
License Issued
Jun 15, 2026
Active Through
Jun 15, 2027
Issued By
Pennsylvania Department of Education and Public Welfare
District Office
Early Learning Resource Center for Region 6

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THE KIDS CLUB DAYCARE is a Child Care Center in CHAMBERSBURG PA, with a maximum capacity of 129 children. It is open Monday - Friday, 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM. The provider also participates in a subsidized child care program.

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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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2026-03-26 Renewal 3270.107 - Refrigerator Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.107

Description: Refrigerator

Noncompliance Area: The facility was observed to lack an operating thermometer in the refrigerator in the One's Room.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Facility will place working thermometer in the refrigerator.
2026-03-26 Renewal 3270.119 - Infant sleep position Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.119

Description: Infant sleep position

Noncompliance Area: An infant was observed sleeping with a WubbaNub pacifier, with the soft plush animal toy still attached to the pacifier and therefore not compliant with the sleeping position recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics.

Correction Required: Infants shall be placed in the sleeping position recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics unless there is a medical reason an infant should not sleep in this position. The medical reason shall be documented in a statement signed by a physician, physician's assistant or CRNP and placed in the child's record at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Soft plush animal toy was removed from pacifier.
2026-03-26 Renewal 3270.123(a) - Signed Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)

Description: Signed

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #3 was observed to lack an agreement form.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Agreement has been completed
2026-03-26 Renewal 3270.123(a)(3) - Services proceeded Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(3)

Description: Services proceeded

Noncompliance Area: The files for children #1, #2, #3, #4, and #5 were observed to lack the Department's approved form (Child Service Report) to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided every 6 months.

Correction Required: The services to be provided to the family and the child, including the Department's approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided. The operator shall complete and update the form and provide a copy to the family in accordance with the updates regarding emergency contact information in § 3270.124(f) (relating to emergency contact information).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Facility will complete missing Child Service Reports
2026-03-26 Renewal 3270.124(f) - Updated every 6 months Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(f)

Description: Updated every 6 months

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #5 was observed to lack documentation of parent updating in writing the financial agreement and emergency contact form at least once every 6 months.

Correction Required: The parent shall update in writing emergency contact information once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Facility will check files to ensure current agrrements and emergency contacts are current
2026-03-26 Renewal 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test Compliant - Finalized

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 person #5 was observed to lack a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting. This was evidenced by the health assessment form in the file was dated 06/19/2023.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff will have health assesment completed
2026-03-26 Renewal 3270.192(5) - Two written references Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(5)

Description: Two written references

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #5 was observed to lack two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.

Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff will submit two written, nonfamily references
2026-03-26 Renewal 3270.27(c) - Training regarding plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(c)

Description: Training regarding plan

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #5 was observed to lack documentation of receiving training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Facility will have employee complete verifcation of emergency plan trianing
2026-03-26 Renewal 3270.31(e)/3270.192(2)(iii) - Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(e)/3270.192(2)(iii)

Description: Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility

Noncompliance Area: The files for staff persons #1, #2, #3, and #4 were observed to lack documentation of having obtained an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training for 2025.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff will complete a minimum of 2 hours of training per month in 2026 to complete a total of 24 hours of training for 12 hours in 2025 and 12 hours in 2026.
2026-03-26 Renewal 3270.34(a)(6) - Staff evaluations Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.34(a)(6)

Description: Staff evaluations

Noncompliance Area: The files for staff persons #1, #3, and #4 were observed to lack written evaluation of staff persons on a regular basis, a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months.

Correction Required: A director is responsible for written evaluation of staff persons on a regular basis, a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Employees will be given yearly review
2026-03-26 Renewal 3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(iv) - HS/GED + 2 yrs/Transcript, diploma and letters Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(iv)

Description: HS/GED + 2 yrs/Transcript, diploma and letters

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #5 was observed to lack documentation of having obtained a high school diploma.

Correction Required: An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 year's experience with children. A facility person's record shall include acceptable verification of experience, education or training is a transcript or a diploma or a letter signed by a representative of the experiential, educational or training entity.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Facility will aquire high school diploma from employee
2026-03-26 Renewal 3270.66(b) - Original container Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.66(b)

Description: Original container

Noncompliance Area: The facility was observed to have two blue spritz bottles that contained a clear liquid but lacked a label identifying the contents. One bottle was observed in the One's Room, and the other bottle was observed in the Three's Room.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Bottles have been moved to areas not accessible to children.
2026-03-26 Renewal 3270.76 - Building Surfaces Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.76

Description: Building Surfaces

Noncompliance Area: The facility was observed to have a hole in the wall plaster behind the door in the Three's Room. The radiator in the Two's Room was observed to have a broken/loose cover exposing sharp edges.

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.)
Hole in wall and broken/loose cover will be repaired
2026-03-26 Renewal 3270.94(a)(1) - Every 60 days Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.94(a)(1)

Description: Every 60 days

Noncompliance Area: The facility was observed to have a fire drill log that lacked documentation of fire drills conducted at least once every 60 days. This was evidenced by a fire drill log that documented missed drills for July and September.

Correction Required: The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter ensure fire drills are conducted at least once every 60 days.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Drill log dates will be planned in advance for the entire calendar year.
2026-03-26 Renewal 3270.95(b) - Director or designated staff person ensure compliance Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.95(b)

Description: Director or designated staff person ensure compliance

Noncompliance Area: The facility was observed to have documentation of smoke detection system testing that lacked to list a tests in July and September.

Correction Required: 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.)
Smoke detection dates will be planned in advance for the entire calendar year.
2025-05-29 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.113(a) - Supervised at all times Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(a)

Description: Supervised at all times

Noncompliance Area: Child #1 while in the director's office with staff #1 was able to barricade themself between the desk and chair and access over the counter medication.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Children who need to be removed from the room will be supervised at all times
2025-05-29 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.66(a)

Description: Locked or inaccessible

Noncompliance Area: Child #1 while in the director's office with staff #1 was able to barricade themself between the desk and chair and access over the counter medication.

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.)
All medication removed from the office space
2025-05-29 Unannounced Monitoring 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: At the time on the inspection, there was no documentation of testing the smoke detection system every 30 days.

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.)
Testing was completed in the days following the violation.
2025-03-27 Renewal 3270.107 - Refrigerator Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.107

Description: Refrigerator

Noncompliance Area: The facility was observed to have a refrigerator in the "Twos Room" that lacked an operating thermometer inside.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Add thermometer in "twos room"
2025-03-27 Renewal 3270.123(a)(3) - Services proceeded Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(3)

Description: Services proceeded

Noncompliance Area: The files for Children #1, #2, #3, #4, #5 were observed to lack documentation that the Department's approved form (Child Service Report) was provided to the family once in a 6-month period.

Correction Required: The services to be provided to the family and the child, including the Department's approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided. The operator shall complete and update the form and provide a copy to the family in accordance with the updates regarding emergency contact information in § 3270.124(f) (relating to emergency contact information).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Complete child service report for every child in facility.
2025-03-27 Renewal 3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) - Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(f)/3270.181(c)

Description: Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #1 lacked documentation that a parent reviewed and/or updated the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period.

Correction Required: The parent shall update in writing emergency contact information once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information. A parent is required to review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Facility will review all emergency contact forms to ensure they have met 6-month review
2025-03-27 Renewal 3270.131(b)(1)/3270.181(b) - Infant: updated health report every 6 months/Current Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(b)(1)/3270.181(b)

Description: Infant: updated health report every 6 months/Current

Noncompliance Area: The file for Child #3 and young toddler aged child was observed to lack an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddler. This was evidenced by the only health reports present in the file were dated 2/09/2023 and 02/29/2024.

Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddler. Information in a child's record shall be kept current by the operator.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Review files of all children enrolled and create checklist with health report due dates.
2025-03-27 Renewal 3270.133(6) - Written consent Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.133(6)

Description: Written consent

Noncompliance Area: The facility was observed to have a medication log for child #6 that lacked a parent's signature.

Correction Required: A parent shall provide written consent for administration of medication or a special diet.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Acquire parent signature for medication log
2025-03-27 Renewal 3270.14/3270.21 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: The facility was observed to have an emergency plan that lacked a statement regarding continuity of operations.

Correction Required: A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations.State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Center will review emergency plan and add a statement regarding continuity of operations.
2025-03-27 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 file for staff person #3 was observed to lack health reports obtained every 24 months as evidenced by health reports dated 08/06/2021 and 02/25/2024 a period of 30 weeks present in the 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Review staff files for health reports.
2025-03-27 Renewal 3270.27(a)(1) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(a)(1)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: The facility was observed to lack an emergency plan that provides for accommodations for shelter of children during an emergency including lock-down, shelter in place at the facility and shelter at locations away from the facility premises

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Facility will review emergency plan and add accommodations for shelter of children during an emergency including lock-down, shelter in place and shelter away.
2025-03-27 Renewal 3270.27(a)(2) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(a)(2)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: The facility was observed to lack an emergency plan that provides for accommodations for evacuation of children from the facility building and evacuation of children to a location away from the facility premises

Correction Required: The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations for evacuation of children from the facility building and evacuation of children to a location away from the facility premises. The evacuation routes and evacuation plans to exit the building may be the same as those required by §3270.94 (relating to fire drills).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Emergency plan will be reviewed and will add mergency plan that provides for accommodations for evacuation of children from the facility building and evacuation of children to a location away from the facility premises.
2025-03-27 Renewal 3270.27(a)(3) - Contact when arises Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(a)(3)

Description: Contact when arises

Noncompliance Area: The facility was observed to lack an emergency plan that provides for a method for facility persons to contact parents as soon as reasonably possible when an emergency situation arises

Correction Required: The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for a method for facility persons to contact parents as soon as reasonably possible when an emergency situation arises.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Facility will review emergency plan and add methtod for facililty persons to contact parents as soon as resonably possible when an emergency situation arises.
2025-03-27 Renewal 3270.27(a)(4) - Contact when ended Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(a)(4)

Description: Contact when ended

Noncompliance Area: The facility was observed to lack an emergency plan that provides for a method for facility persons to inform parents that the emergency has ended and to provide instruction as to how parents can safely be reunited with their children

Correction Required: The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for a method for facility persons to inform parents that the emergency has ended and to provide instruction as to how parents can safely be reunited with their children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Facility will review emergency plan and add method for facility persons to inform parents that the emergency has ended and how parents can be safely reunited with their children
2025-03-27 Renewal 3270.27(a)(6) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(a)(6)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: The facility was observed to lack documentation that an emergency drill was conducted annually.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Create future calendar dates of emergency drills as reminders for compliance
2025-03-27 Renewal 3270.27(d) - Plan posted Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(d)

Description: Plan posted

Noncompliance Area: The facility was observed to lack a posting of the emergency plan in the facility at a conspicuous location.

Correction Required: The operator shall post the emergency plan in the facility at a conspicuous location.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Facility will review materials in each room and access to emergency plan
2025-03-27 Renewal 3270.27(e) - Letter to parents Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(e)

Description: Letter to parents

Noncompliance Area: The facility was observed to lack documentation that the operator provided a letter explaining the emergency procedures and accommodation of infants, toddlers, children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions during an emergency to the parent of each enrolled child.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Facility will review emergency plan and add letter explaining the emergency procedures to parents and will distribute upon completion
2025-03-27 Renewal 3270.31(e)(4)(ii) - Fire safety - 1 yr. Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(e)(4)(ii)

Description: Fire safety - 1 yr.

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff persons #2 and #3 were observed to lack documentation of participation, at least annually, in fire safety training conducted by a fire protection professional. This was evidenced by a fire safety certificate dated 5/17/2023 present in staff person #2's file and a fire safety certificate dated 5/05/2023 present in staff person #3's 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff will be reviewed for missing Fire and safety training and will complete if missing
2025-03-27 Renewal 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)

Description: Comply with CPSL

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #3 was observed to contain a signed disclosure statement that lacked a date. The file for staff person #3 was observed to contain criminal background reports dated 0913/2019 and 03/05/2025 a period of 65 months.

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.)
Facility will review all staff files and review clearances to ensure compliance is current
2025-03-27 Renewal 3270.34(a)(6) - Staff evaluations Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.34(a)(6)

Description: Staff evaluations

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff persons #2 and #3 were observed to lack an annual staff evaluation.

Correction Required: A director is responsible for written evaluation of staff persons on a regular basis, a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff review will be completed/located and placed in employee file.
2025-03-27 Renewal 3270.37(b)(3)/3270.192(2)(ii) - 8th grade + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.37(b)(3)/3270.192(2)(ii)

Description: 8th grade + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #1 was observed to lack documentation of a minimum of an 8th grade education and 2 years of experience with children.

Correction Required: An aide shall have a minimum of an 8th grade education and 2 years of experience with children. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Facility will work with employee to acquire documentation for file.
2025-03-27 Renewal 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 facility was observed to lack a written record of the testing of fire detection devices or systems at least once every thirty days and/or an annual written report of the inspection and testing of the smoke detection device or system conducted by a fire safety professional.

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.)
Testing of fire detection devices has been added to monthly calendar and checklist.
2024-03-19 Renewal 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.102(a)

Description: Clean and good repair

Noncompliance Area: Observed a large yellow and green half-moon block with a damaged cover and exposed foam.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Remove damaged equipment from the room.
2024-03-19 Renewal 3270.103 - Small Toys and Objects Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.103

Description: Small Toys and Objects

Noncompliance Area: Observed in the young toddler room, plastic bags accessible to young toddlers in an unlocked drawer by the hand washing station.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Plastic bags removed from the location.
2024-03-19 Renewal 3270.107 - Refrigerator Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.107

Description: Refrigerator

Noncompliance Area: Observed the refrigerator in room 103 and the K-3 room did not contain thermometers.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Purchase thermometers for refrigerators in those rooms.
2024-03-19 Renewal 3270.111(a) - Written plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.111(a)

Description: Written plan

Noncompliance Area: Observed the infant and gross motor room did not have a written plan of daily activities and routines.

Correction Required: A written plan of daily activities and routines, including a time for free play shall be established for each group. The plan shall be flexible to accommodate the needs of individual children and the dynamics of the group.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Display daily schedule in every room.
2024-03-19 Renewal 3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(5) - Written consent/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(5)

Description: Written consent/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission

Noncompliance Area: Observed the emergency contact form for child file #1 did not contain written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care and signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.

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 administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Have parent complete every section of emergency contact form
2024-03-19 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: Observed the emergency contact form for child file #3 did not contain the complete address 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.)
Have parent complete every section of emergency contact form with complete information.
2024-03-19 Renewal 3270.131(b)(1) - Infant: updated health report every 6 months Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(b)(1)

Description: Infant: updated health report every 6 months

Noncompliance Area: Observed child file #2, a young toddler, contained an updated health assessment which was dated more than 6 months after the previous valid health assessment.

Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddler.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Ensure all children have current health assessments.
2024-03-19 Renewal 3270.14/3270.21 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: Observed the facility was unable to provide a copy of the facilities prevention of shaken baby syndrome, abusive head trauma, and child maltreatment written policy.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Acquire required policies and have available for review.
2024-03-19 Renewal 3270.14/3270.21 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: Staff persons #-10, #13, #14, and #15 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff persons #10, #13, #14, and 15 did not have current pediatric first-aid/CPR training. This is evidenced by the previously documented pediatric first-aid/CPR training expiration date of (1/20/24).

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. Until such time as the required pre-service trainings are completed, staff person #10, 13, 14, and 15 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an AGS who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise staff person #10, 13, 14, and 15, staff person #10, 13, 14, and 15 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
CPR/First Aide Training was scheduled and completed on April 11, 2024.
2024-03-19 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: Observed staff file #1 and #8, who are providing initial service in the childcare setting did not contain an initial health assessment. Observed staff file #3, 7, and 16 contained initial health assessments which were dated after providing initial service in a childcare setting. Observed staff file #4, 5, 12, and 13 contained updated health assessments which were dated more than 24 months after the previous valid health assessment.

Correction Required: A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a childcare 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.)
Ensure all employees have a complete and current health assessments.
2024-03-19 Renewal 3270.171(a) - Pick-up and drop-off points Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.171(a)

Description: Pick-up and drop-off points

Noncompliance Area: Observed the facility did not notify the local traffic safety authorities annually in writing of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the childcare facility within the previous 12 months.

Correction Required: An operator shall notify local traffic safety authorities annually in writing of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the childcare facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Compose and mail letter of notice.
2024-03-19 Renewal 3270.171(c) - Safe routes posted Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.171(c)

Description: Safe routes posted

Noncompliance Area: Observed the facility did not have written notification of safe routes posted in a conspicuous location in the childcare facility.

Correction Required: Written notification of safe routes shall be posted by the operator at a conspicuous location in the child care facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Create notice of safe routes to post in lobby.
2024-03-19 Renewal 3270.192(5) - Two written references Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(5)

Description: Two written references

Noncompliance Area: Observed staff file #1, 4, 6, 7, 8, 13, and 16 did not contain two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.

Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Acquire two written, nonfamily references for files of every employee listed.
2024-03-19 Renewal 3270.27(b) - Plan reviewed/updated annually Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(b)

Description: Plan reviewed/updated annually

Noncompliance Area: Observed the emergency plan had not been updated within the previous 12 months. The plan contained names of staff who were no longer employed by the legal entity.

Correction Required: The operator shall review the emergency plan at least annually and update the plan as needed. The operator shall document in writing each review and update of the emergency plan and kept on file at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Review and update emergency plan. Plan will reflect current staff. Complete by April 26th
2024-03-19 Renewal 3270.27(c) - Training regarding plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(c)

Description: Training regarding plan

Noncompliance Area: Observed staff files #4, #5, #7, #9, #10, #11, #12, #13, #14, #15, and #16 did not contain documentation of training in the emergency plan within the previous 12 months.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All staff in violation will complete training of the updated emergency plan by April 26th.
2024-03-19 Renewal 3270.31(b) - Staff person - 18 yrs. Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(b)

Description: Staff person - 18 yrs.

Noncompliance Area: Observed staff file #1 who recently turned 18, worked in a staff child care position while being 17 years old.

Correction Required: A staff person shall be 18 years of age or older.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Will only hire individuals who are of the age of 18. Individual has since resigned.
2024-03-19 Renewal 3270.31(e)(4)(ii) - Fire safety - 1 yr. Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(e)(4)(ii)

Description: Fire safety - 1 yr.

Noncompliance Area: Observed staff files #4, #7, and #11 did not contain documentation of training in fire safety within the previous 12 months.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All staff in violation will complete fire safety training by April 26th.
2024-03-19 Renewal 3270.31(f)(10) - Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(f)(10)

Description: Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR

Noncompliance Area: Staff persons #4 and #7 have not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): 3270.31.(f)(1-10). Staff person #9 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): 3270.31.(f)(10).

Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire. Staff person(s) shall complete professional development in the topics of 3270.31(f)(1 -10) within 90 days of hire. Staff person #4 and 7 will have until 4/17/24 to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #4 and 7 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an AGS who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff available to supervise staff person #4 and 7, staff person #4 and 7 may not work in a child-care position at the facility. Staff person(s) shall complete professional development in the topics of 3270.31(f)(10) within 90 days of hire. Staff person #9will have until 4/17/24 to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #9must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an AGS who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff available to supervise staff person #9, staff person #9 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Complete training within 90 day period. Complete by April 26th for current employees in violation.
2024-03-19 Renewal 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)

Description: Comply with CPSL

Noncompliance Area: Observed staff file #4 who has been employed for more than 45 days did not contain a valid NSOR verification letter. Observed staff file #7 who has been employed more than 45 days, contained a department of education FBI clearance which is not acceptable for child care, and file #7 did not contain a valid NSOR verification letter. Observed staff file #8, a provisional hire, did not contain a copy of the application for the state police criminal background clearance. Observed staff file #16 contained a valid state police, child abuse, and FBI clearance which were obtained and dated more than 60 months after the previous valid clearances. Observed staff files #1, #2, #3, #7, #11, and #16 contained incomplete disclosure statements.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Facility Person # 1, #2, #3, #4, #7, #11, and #16 may not work in a child care position at the facility until all required valid clearances are obtained.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All clearances and paperwork will be completed and updated in file for all required staff.
2024-03-19 Renewal 3270.36(b)(5) - HS/GED + 2 yrs Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.36(b)(5)

Description: HS/GED + 2 yrs

Noncompliance Area: Observed staff file #4, 6, and 7 did not contain documentation of a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children. Observed staff file #8, 9, 11, and 16 did not contain documentation of 2500 hours of previous experience with children.

Correction Required: An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Update employee files with missing documentation. Any staff who did not meet the requirements will be reclassified as an aide.
2024-03-19 Renewal 3270.37(b)(3) - 8th grade + 2 yrs Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.37(b)(3)

Description: 8th grade + 2 yrs

Noncompliance Area: Observed staff files #1 and #3, both aides, did not contain documentation of an 8th grade education and 2 years of experience with children.

Correction Required: An aide shall have a minimum of an 8th grade education and 2 years of experience with children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Update employee files with missing documentation of an 8th grade education and 2 years of experience with children.
2024-03-19 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: Observed an electrical power cord in the preschool room which did not have protective receptacle covers.

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.)
When finished using power strip replace protective receptacle covers immediately after use.
2024-03-19 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: Observed above ground windows in the infant room and the gross motor room which were not restricted to 6 or fewer 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.)
Fix windows to be in compliance.
2024-03-19 Renewal 3270.75(b) - Inaccessible to children Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.75(b)

Description: Inaccessible to children

Noncompliance Area: Observed the first-aid kit in room 103 was accessible to children.

Correction Required: A first-aid kit must be inaccessible to children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Remove first aid kit from reach of children.
2024-03-19 Renewal 3270.82(e) - Toilet and sinks proper height Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.82(e)

Description: Toilet and sinks proper height

Noncompliance Area: Observed there were no steps or platform for the children in the young toddler room to safely reach the handwashing sink.

Correction Required: Toilets and sinks shall be at proper heights for children using them or shall be easily approached by means of platforms or steps.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Purchase steps for children to safely reach handwashing sink.
2024-03-19 Renewal 3270.94(a)(1) - Every 60 days Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.94(a)(1)

Description: Every 60 days

Noncompliance Area: Observed the documented fire drills revealed there were no fire drills conducted between 4/20/23 to 9/28/23.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Schedule drills to occur every month of the year and properly log activity. Completed by April 26th.
2023-03-17 Renewal 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.102(a)

Description: Clean and good repair

Noncompliance Area: On 3/17/23 observed exposed foam and peeling cover on mats in the young toddler room. Observed a torn diaper changing pad in the preschool room and on a changing mat in the gross motor room. Observed an exposed screw on a shelf in the young toddler room. Observed low white shelves in the infant room which were not securely anchored to the wall.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Covering the torn changing mats to cover the exposed foam. The bookshelves will be fixed and or replaced with a different shelf. All items listed were repaired.
2023-03-17 Renewal 3270.106(f) - 2 feet apart Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.106(f)

Description: 2 feet apart

Noncompliance Area: On 3/17/23 observed in the infant room, the rest equipment did not have 2 feet of space on 3 sides when it was in use.

Correction Required: At least 2 feet of space is required on three sides of a bed, cot, crib or other rest equipment while the equipment is in use.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The rest equipment will be placed with 2 feet of space on 3 sides away from other objects.
2023-03-17 Renewal 3270.123(a)(6) - Admission date Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(6)

Description: Admission date

Noncompliance Area: On 3/17/23 observed the agreement for child #4 did not contain the date of the child's admission.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Placing the child's admission date on all of the agreement forms.
2023-03-17 Renewal 3270.123(b) - Parent receives original Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(b)

Description: Parent receives original

Noncompliance Area: On 3/17/23 observed child file #1, 2, 3, and 4 contained original agreements.

Correction Required: A parent shall receive the original agreement. The facility shall retain a copy of the agreement.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Giving the parents the original copy and having the copy of the agreement in their file.
2023-03-17 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: On 3/17/23 observed the emergency contact information for child file #3 and #4 did not contain the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. Child file #3 also needed the 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.)
Have the child's parents update the information with the address on files #3 and #4. On #3, having the phone numbers added as well.
2023-03-17 Renewal 3270.131(b)(1) - Infant: updated health report every 6 months Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(b)(1)

Description: Infant: updated health report every 6 months

Noncompliance Area: On 3/17/23 observed child file #2, a YT, contained an updated health assessment which was dated more than 6 months after the previous valid health assessment.

Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddler.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Having the parents get a new update health assessment form. Child #2 has a current valid health assessment on file.
2023-03-17 Renewal 3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) - Immunization record/Dismissal policy Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3)

Description: Immunization record/Dismissal policy

Noncompliance Area: On 3/17/23 observed child file #4 did not contain written verification of ongoing flu vaccines administered in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP.

Correction Required: A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP. The facility shall implement dismissal policies in accordance with the Department of Health regulation in 28 Pa. Code § 27.77 (relating to immunization requirements for children in child care group settings).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Having the parent give written verification of the flu vaccination.
2023-03-17 Renewal 3270.131(e)(1) - Exemption documentation from parent/guardian Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(e)(1)

Description: Exemption documentation from parent/guardian

Noncompliance Area: On 3/17/23 observed child file #1 did not contain updated written verification of ongoing vaccines administered to an infant, toddler or preschool child in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP.

Correction Required: The facility shall require the parent to provide updated written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of ongoing vaccines administered to an infant, toddler or preschool child in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Having the child's parent get an updated immunization form for their file.
2023-03-17 Renewal 3270.133(7) - Medication log Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.133(7)

Description: Medication log

Noncompliance Area: On 3/17/23 observed the facility did not have an established medication log for motrin and children's ibuprofen which were being stored in the young toddler room.

Correction Required: An operator is responsible to establish and maintain a medication log if prescription or nonprescription medication is administered.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Have the parents fill out the correct information on the medication log.
2023-03-17 Renewal 3270.192(5) - Two written references Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(5)

Description: Two written references

Noncompliance Area: On 4/20/23 observed staff file #5 did not contain two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.

Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Have the staff member obtain 2 written references to be placed in their file.
2023-03-17 Renewal 3270.27(a)(6) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(a)(6)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: On 3/17/23 observed the facility did not have documentation of conducting an emergency drill within the previous 12 months.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The emergency drill was scheduled and done after the 12-month date.
2023-03-17 Renewal 3270.27(b)/3270.27(d) - Plan reviewed/updated annually/Plan posted Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(b)/3270.27(d)

Description: Plan reviewed/updated annually/Plan posted

Noncompliance Area: On 3/17/23 observed the facility did not have a copy of the emergency plan posted at a conspicuous location. Observed the last documented review of the emergency plan was conducted more than 12 months ago.

Correction Required: The operator shall review the emergency plan at least annually and update the plan as needed. The operator shall document in writing each review and update of the emergency plan and kept on file at the facility. The operator shall post the emergency plan in the facility at a conspicuous location.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The operator will review the emergency plan and place the emergency plan for parents to view.
2023-03-17 Renewal 3270.31(e) - Age and Training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(e)

Description: Age and Training

Noncompliance Area: On 4/20/23 observed staff file #2 contained documentation of completion of 12 clock hours of childcare training which were completed after the training year deadline of 12/19/22. Observed staff file #6 and #7 did not contain documentation of completion of 12 clock hours of childcare training completed during the training year of 12/19/21-12/19/22.

Correction Required: A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Have all staff members complete their 12 hours of training to be compliant with their files.
2023-03-17 Renewal 3270.31(e)(4)(ii) - Fire safety - 1 yr. Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(e)(4)(ii)

Description: Fire safety - 1 yr.

Noncompliance Area: On 4/20/23 observed that the most recent fire safety training completed by staff working at the facility, was completed more than 12 months ago.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All staff to do the fire safety training immediately to be in compliance.
2023-03-17 Renewal 3270.31(f) - Health and Safety Training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(f)

Description: Health and Safety Training

Noncompliance Area: On 4/20/23 observed staff person #4 and #7 have not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire(see LIS code sheet):3270.3270.(f)(1-9). On 4/20/23 observed staff person #5 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire(see LIS code sheet):3270.3270.(f)(1-10).

Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10. Staff person #4, 5, and 7 will have until 5/10/23 to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #4, 5, and 7 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an AGS who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff available to supervise staff person #4, 5, and 7, staff person #4, 5, and 7 may not work in a childcare position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person #4, 5, and 7, will complete their professional development as soon as possible to come into compliance with the regulations.
2023-03-17 Renewal 3270.31(f)(10) - Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(f)(10)

Description: Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR

Noncompliance Area: On 4/20/23 observed staff file #4 contained documentation of completion of professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation which was completed more than 90 days after their start date in a childcare position. Observed staff file #5 who has been working in a childcare position for more than 90 days (see LIS code sheet) did not contain documentation of completion of professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation.

Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation,3270.31(f)(10), within 90 days of hire. Staff person #5 will have until 5/10/23 to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #5 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an AGS who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff available to supervise staff person #5, staff person #5 may not work in a childcare position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Making sure the staff members complete the CPR first aid training asap. Staff #5 was removed from a childcare position until the required pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation training has been completed.
2023-03-17 Renewal 3270.31(g) - Professional development certificate Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(g)

Description: Professional development certificate

Noncompliance Area: On 4/20/23 observed staff file #1, 2, 3, 6, 8, and 9 contained documentation of the completed health and safety professional development training update which was completed after the due date of 12/30/22.

Correction Required: Completion of professional development shall be documented by the signature and title of a representative of the professional development entity and include the date professional development was completed. Documentation shall be retained in the facility person's file or maintained in an electronic system as designated by the Department. Documentation of the completion of the professional development under subsection (f) taken from September 30, 2016, forward satisfies this requirement.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Making sure all staff members do the updated health and safety course as required by regulation.
2023-03-17 Renewal 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)

Description: Comply with CPSL

Noncompliance Area: On 4/20/23 observed staff file #4 contained updated criminal background clearance and child abuse clearance which were dated 6 months after their start date in a childcare position. The updates were obtained due to the original clearances being volunteer which are not acceptable for childcare employment. Observed staff file #3 contained a most recent mandated reporter training which was dated more than 60 months ago. Observed staff file #9 did not contain a state police criminal background clearance.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Facility Person # -9- may not work in a childcare position at the facility until a valid state police criminal background clearance is obtained.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff member's clearances are updated to be in compliance. The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services).
2023-03-17 Renewal 3270.36(b)(5) - HS/GED + 2 yrs Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.36(b)(5)

Description: HS/GED + 2 yrs

Noncompliance Area: On 4/20/23 observed staff file #4 and #5 did not contain documentation of a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children.

Correction Required: An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Have staff members #4 and #5 bring their high school diploma and 2 years of experience with children to be copied and on file.
2023-03-17 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: On 3/17/23 observed electrical outlets, which did not have protective receptacle covers, on a power cord in the young toddler room and the preschool room.

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.)
Placing protective receptacle covers on all outlets in the young toddler and preschool room.
2023-03-17 Renewal 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.66(a)

Description: Locked or inaccessible

Noncompliance Area: On 3/17/23 observed hand sanitizer accessible to children in the older toddler room. Observed in the infant room, diaper cream accessible to children due to a failed child safety lock. On 4/20/23 observed hand sanitizer and disinfecting wipes accessible to children in the three downstairs summer camp rooms.

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.)
Moving the hand sanitizer about and out of reach from the children. Adding new child safety locks in the infant room.
2023-03-17 Renewal 3270.66(b) - Original container Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.66(b)

Description: Original container

Noncompliance Area: On 3/17/23 observed food stored on shelves with cleaning supplies in the older toddler and the younger toddler rooms.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Moving all cleaning supplies away from any and all food areas where there could potentially be food and food preparation.
2023-03-17 Renewal 3270.75(b) - Inaccessible to children Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.75(b)

Description: Inaccessible to children

Noncompliance Area: On 3/17/23 observed the preschool room first aid kit was accessible to children.

Correction Required: A first-aid kit must be inaccessible to children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Placing the first aid bag high up and not accessible to children.
2023-03-17 Renewal 3270.76 - Building Surfaces Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.76

Description: Building Surfaces

Noncompliance Area: On 3/17/23 observed damaged drywall by the cubby in the preschool room. Observed loose hanging cords, which were a visible hazard, in the preschool room.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The damaged drywall will be patched and fixed. Put away all loose and hanging cords and move the structure of using those outlets.
2023-03-17 Renewal 3270.94(a)(1) - Every 60 days Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.94(a)(1)

Description: Every 60 days

Noncompliance Area: On 3/17/23 observed the last documented fire drill was conducted on 11/18/22. There was no documentation of any fire drills after that date.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Make sure the correct documentation is completed with each fire drill and a log is obtained before the inspection.
2022-03-21 Change in Location Capacity Change in Location Capacity Compliant - Finalized
2022-03-17 Renewal 3270.104(a) - Clean, good repair, proper size Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.104(a)

Description: Clean, good repair, proper size

Noncompliance Area: In the toddler room it was observed that a portable crib had a tear in the netting. It was also observed that the purple wooden cupboard bottom left door was broken off the hinge and could pose a pinching hazard to children in care.

Correction Required: Furniture must be durable, safe, easily cleaned and appropriate for the child's size, age and special needs.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
After the state rep. left the daycare, the pack n¿ play with the rip in the netting was thrown away. A maintenance ticket was put in for the purple wooden cabinet to have the door replaced. Maintenance solved the issue by taking the hinges off both sides and removing all hardware, creating open shelving.
2022-03-17 Renewal 3270.105 - High Chairs Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.105

Description: High Chairs

Noncompliance Area: It was observed in the infant and young toddler room that the infant feeding table did not have safety straps.

Correction Required: High chairs shall have a wide base and a T-shaped safety strap.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The chairs in the toddler classroom that were missing straps were removed and replaced with chairs that had straps.
2022-03-17 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.113(b) - No physical punishment Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(b)

Description: No physical punishment

Noncompliance Area: Based on interviews with staff, it was found that a staff member #1 admitted that they struck a child when the child would not stay on their cot and lay down at rest time.

Correction Required: A facility person may not use any form of physical punishment, including spanking a child.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Phyllis was terminated from the daycare immediately. We used this unfortunate incident as a training tool for the rest of the daycare staff.
2022-03-17 Renewal 3270.123(a)(5) - Designated release persons Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(5)

Description: Designated release persons

Noncompliance Area: The agreement form on file for child#1, #2, #3, and #4 were observed not to contain the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.

Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Child #1, #2, #3, #4- Agreement forms will be signed at pick up 5/18/22. The section, ¿persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released¿ is highlighted for parents to know where to fill and sign in.
2022-03-17 Renewal 3270.123(a)(7) - Services considered extra Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(7)

Description: Services considered extra

Noncompliance Area: The agreement form on file for child #1, #2, and #3 were observed not to specify the services which are to be considered extra.

Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the services which are to be considered as extra.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The daycare currently does not offer any extra services. The director will write ¿n/a¿ on child #1, #2, #3 fee agreements.
2022-03-17 Renewal 3270.124(b)(6) - Insurance coverage information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(6)

Description: Insurance coverage information

Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact form on file for Child #3 was observed not to contain health insurance coverage. It was also observed that the file for child #1 and #3 did not contain the policy number for a child under a family policy or medical assistance benefits.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At drop off today, parents of child #3 completed the health insurance portion on the emergency contact form. Child #1 and #3 were also given their emergency contact form to complete the bottom portion with their health insurance coverage information.
2022-03-17 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 emergency contact form on file for child #1 and #3 were observed not to contain the address 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.)
At drop off today, parents of child #1, #3 were asked to complete their emergency contact forms with the addresses of the individuals to whom the children may be released to.
2022-03-17 Renewal 3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) - Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(f)/3270.181(c)

Description: Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

Noncompliance Area: The agreement form on file for child #2 was observed not to contain documentation of a review and updated of the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least one in a 6 month period.

Correction Required: The parent shall update in writing emergency contact information once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the informationA parent is required to review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The last 2 emergency contacts and fee agreements were scanned to the state rep 4/12/22. I will re-send the documents to the state rep 5/20/22.
2022-03-17 Renewal 3270.131(e)(2)(i) - Exemption documentation from parent/guardian Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(e)(2)(i)

Description: Exemption documentation from parent/guardian

Noncompliance Area: The health report on file for child #1, #2, and #4 did not contain documentation of an influenza shot being administered with in the last year in accordance with the recommendations of ACIP.

Correction Required: Exemption from immunization for religious belief or strong personal objection equated to a religious belief shall be documented by a written, signed and dated statement from the child's parent or guardian. The statement shall be kept in the child's record.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Child #1, #2, #4, were sent a message to turn in a shot record with a flu shot or given the option to send in a note stating that for religious/personal beliefs they will be opting out of the yearly flu shot.
2022-03-17 Renewal 3270.133(4) - Locked Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.133(4)

Description: Locked

Noncompliance Area: In the toddler room it was observed in a child's locker a bottle of Tylenol within the reach of children.

Correction Required: Medication shall be stored in a locked area of the facility or in an area that is out of the reach of children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Immediately after the state rep found the Tylenol in the child¿s locker, a staff member removed and placed it in the classroom medicine box along with the med log that went with it.
2022-03-17 Renewal 3270.161(d) - Potentially hazardous food refrigerated Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.161(d)

Description: Potentially hazardous food refrigerated

Noncompliance Area: It was observed on the day of renewal that children's lunches brought from home were not refrigerated.

Correction Required: Potentially hazardous food brought from the child's home or provided by the facility shall be refrigerated.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
While talking to the state rep before leaving, she suggested getting full size refrigerators for the children instead of lunchboxes with ice packs. A purchase order was put in 3/17/22 for two refrigerators.

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