A MOTHERS HEART PHASE 2
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Hours of Operation
- Monday6:00 AM - 6:00 AM
- Tuesday6:00 AM - 6:00 AM
- Wednesday6:00 AM - 6:00 AM
- Thursday6:00 AM - 6:00 AM
- Friday6:00 AM - 6:00 AM
- Saturday 6:00 AM - 6:00 AM
- Sunday 6:00 AM - 6:00 AM
Inspection/Report History
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| 2025-07-25 | Renewal | Renewal | Compliant - Finalized |
| 2024-09-06 | Renewal | 3270.18(a) - On file at facility | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.18(a) Description: On file at facility Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed liability insurance. The liability insurance was from 7-13-23 Correction Required: The legal entity shall have comprehensive general liability insurance to cover the persons who are on the premises. A current copy of the insurance policy shall be on file at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) To correct the 3270.18(a) violation, the facility immediately printed its comprehensive general liability insurance, ensuring no lapse in coverage. A current copy of the policy was filed at the facility. Administrative staff were trained to track policy posted expiration dates, and a reminder system was set up to alert staff 60 days before renewal is due. |
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| 2024-09-06 | Renewal | 3270.192(5) - Two written references | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.192(5) Description: Two written references Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 2 was missing 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) To correct the violation, Staff 2 has obtained the two required written, nonfamily references attesting to their suitability to serve as a facility person. These references have been added to their file. |
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| 2024-09-06 | Renewal | 3270.24(a) - Immediate access | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.24(a) Description: Immediate access Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection certification rep was unable to access the children and staff files. Correction Required: A staff person shall provide to agents of the Department immediate access to the facility, the children and the files and records. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) To address the violation regarding file access during the inspection, the facility has ensured that all staff are trained to provide immediate access to the children's and staff files upon request by Department agents. A designated staff member is now responsible for ensuring files are accessible at all times during operating hours. |
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| 2024-09-06 | Renewal | 3270.27(c) - Training regarding plan | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.27(c) Description: Training regarding plan Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 2 was missing emergency plan training. Correction Required: The operator shall assure that each facility person receives training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment, on an annual basis and at the time of each plan update. The operator shall document the date of each training and the names of all facility persons who received the training and kept on file at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The facility will maintain compliance by training all current and future staff on file access procedures, conducting regular checks to ensure files are easily accessible, and reviewing protocols annually to ensure immediate access is always available to inspectors. |
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| 2024-09-06 | Renewal | 3270.31(e)(4)(i) - Age and Training | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.31(e)(4)(i) Description: Age and Training Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 2 was missing pediatric 1st aid cpr. Correction Required: Competence is the completion of training by a professional in the field of first-aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). All staff persons shall renew their certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on or before the expiration of the most current certification. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) To correct the violation regarding Staff 2 missing pediatric first aid and CPR certification, the facility immediately placed missing certification in Staff 2's records. training had been conducted on 8/26/2024 |
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| 2024-09-06 | Renewal | 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 1 was missing child abuse clearance from their file. Staff 2 was missing FBI, NSOR and disclosure statement. Staff 3 child abuse, state police and FBI were expired (8-5-19) Staff 2 was missing mandated reporter training Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). SAFETY PLAN: The operator is required to submit to the Children and Youth Agency a plan of supervision or alternate arrangement as required by the Child Protective Services Law. LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # -1,2 and 3- may not work in a child care position at the facility. PROVISIONAL HIRE UNSUPERVISED: A provisional employee may not be permitted to work alone with children and must work within the vicinity of a permanent employee. A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #1.2 and 3--- may not work in a child care position at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff 1: Child abuse clearance has been requested and will be filed upon receipt. Staff 2: FBI, NSOR, disclosure statement, and mandated reporter training have been requested and will be completed. Staff 3: Expired child abuse, state police, and FBI clearances have been requested for renewal. Staff 1, 2, and 3 have been removed from child care duties until all required clearances are received. Temp staff have been put in place to compensate missing staff |
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| 2024-09-06 | Renewal | 3270.34(c) - Employed and present 30 hrs/wk | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.34(c) Description: Employed and present 30 hrs/wk Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection certification was not able to verify the director. Director was not on site at the time of inspection. Photo ID was missing from the director's file. Correction Required: A director shall be employed by a facility and be present at the facility site a minimum of 30 hours per week. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The facility will implement a tracking system for clearance expiration dates, conduct quarterly audits, and train staff on the renewal process to prevent future violations. |
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| 2024-09-06 | Renewal | 3270.73 - Telephone | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.73 Description: Telephone Noncompliance Area: Certification rep tried a few tines to call the center, but the number wasn't working. Certification called the number on speaker to show staff on site the number wasn't working. Correction Required: A facility shall have an operable telephone and a published telephone number. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) To correct the violation, the facility immediately resolved the issue with the phone line and verified that the telephone is now operable. The correct number has been published and communicated to staff. |
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| 2024-09-06 | Renewal | 3270.76/3270.102(a) - Building Surfaces/Clean and good repair | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.76/3270.102(a) Description: Building Surfaces/Clean and good repair Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection certification rep went to the outdoor play space. The grass in the outdoor play space was tall and needs to be cut. Certification rep observed dirty and broken toys in the outdoor playspace. Corrected by second site visit on 9-18-24 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. Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) To address the violation regarding the outdoor play space, the facility has arranged for the grass to be cut and the area to be maintained regularly to ensure it remains safe and clean. |
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| 2024-09-06 | Renewal | 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.77(a) Description: No peeling paint or plaster Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection certification rep observed chipped paint in various places in the facility. (wall near cubby, wall near bathroom, Correction Required: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) To correct the violation regardTo correct the violation regarding chipped paint, the facility immediately arranged for the affected areas, including the wall near the cubby and bathroom, to be repainted and repaired. |
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| 2024-09-06 | Renewal | 3270.95(b) - Director or designated staff person ensure compliance | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.95(b) Description: Director or designated staff person ensure compliance Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed the fire drill log. The fire alarm system is not being tested every 30 days. Testing days are inconsistent (1-5-24, 2-3-24, 6-6-24 and 9-3-24). 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) To correct the violation regarding inconsistent fire alarm testing, the facility has implemented a schedule to ensure the fire alarm system is tested every 30 days. Staff have been trained on how to properly put the fire alarm system in test mode. |
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| 2023-11-15 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.101(a) - Age appropriate | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.101(a) Description: Age appropriate Noncompliance Area: During unannounced visit on 11-3-23 and 11-15-23 the toys in room 2 were not accessible. Correction Required: Play equipment and materials appropriate to the developmental needs, individual interests and ages of the children shall be provided in sufficient amount and variety to preclude long waits for use. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) More play equipment has been purchased appropriate to the developmental needs of the enrolled children. |
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| 2023-11-15 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.95(a) - Devices must be compliant | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.95(a) Description: Devices must be compliant Noncompliance Area: During two unannounced visits on 11-3-23 and 11-15-23, two of the smoke alarms were not working in room 2 and the kitchen. Correction Required: Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)). |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The two smoke alarms have been serviced and are now in working condition. Fire detection system is in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act 962 p.s, 1016 (c)) |
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| 2023-10-03 | Renewal | 3270.101(a) - Age appropriate | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.101(a) Description: Age appropriate Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection certification rep observed limited toys for the young toddler enrolled. There was (1 book, 1 puppet, flash cards) Correction Required: Play equipment and materials appropriate to the developmental needs, individual interests and ages of the children shall be provided in sufficient amount and variety to preclude long waits for use. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) More young toddler toys have been purchased. |
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| 2023-10-03 | Renewal | 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.102(a) Description: Clean and good repair Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection, certification rep saw small rips on the blue chair exposing the soft foam. Correction Required: Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Chair has been replaced with a chair with nor rips. |
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| 2023-10-03 | Renewal | 3270.123(a)(1) - Amount of fee | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.123(a)(1) Description: Amount of fee Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's file. Fee agreement for child 1 and 2 did not specify the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week. Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) All child files have been checked and fee agreements have been updated. |
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| 2023-10-03 | Renewal | 3270.123(a)(2) - Date fee to be paid | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.123(a)(2) Description: Date fee to be paid Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's file. Fee agreement for child 1 did not specify the date on which the fee is to be paid. Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the date on which the fee is to be paid. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) All files have been checked and fee agreement has been updated. |
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| 2023-10-03 | Renewal | 3270.123(a)(4) - Arrival/departure times | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.123(a)(4) Description: Arrival/departure times Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's file. Fee agreement for child 1 did not specify the child's arrival and departure times. Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the child's arrival and departure times. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) All files have been checked and fee agreement have been updated. |
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| 2023-10-03 | Renewal | 3270.123(a)(7) - Services considered extra | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.123(a)(7) Description: Services considered extra Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's file. Fee agreement for child 1 did not specify the services which are to be considered as extra. Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the services which are to be considered as extra. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) All files have since been updated with all information filled in. |
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| 2023-10-03 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(3) - Parent home/work address, phone | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(b)(3) Description: Parent home/work address, phone Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's file. Emergency contact for child 1 was missing work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent. Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) All fields on emergency contact list have been filled out. |
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| 2023-10-03 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(b)(7) Description: Name/address/phone release person Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's file. Emergency contact for child 1 was missing 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Emergency contact forms have been updated with all missing information. |
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| 2023-10-03 | Renewal | 3270.131(b)(2) - Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.131(b)(2) Description: Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's file. Child 1 needs updated health assessment Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Child files have been updated with missing assessment. |
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| 2023-10-03 | Renewal | 3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) - Immunization record/Dismissal policy | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) Description: Immunization record/Dismissal policy Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's file. The file of child 1 enrolled more than 60 days at the facility, did not contain documentation of an influenza vaccination within the past year, as required per the ACIP recommended schedule. Correction Required: A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP. The facility shall implement dismissal policies in accordance with the Department of Health regulation in 28 Pa. Code § 27.77 (relating to immunization requirements for children in child care group settings). |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Child file has been updated with current immunization records. |
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| 2023-10-03 | Renewal | 3270.18(a) - On file at facility | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.18(a) Description: On file at facility Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed facilities certificate of liability. The cretificate of liability expired on 5--13-2023 Correction Required: The legal entity shall have comprehensive general liability insurance to cover the persons who are on the premises. A current copy of the insurance policy shall be on file at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Updated liability insurance has been obtained and a copy has since been printed and posted |
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| 2023-10-03 | Renewal | 3270.192(3) - Health assessment, TB test | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.192(3) Description: Health assessment, TB test Noncompliance Area: During renewal follow up visit certification rep reviewed staff file for staff 2. The health assessment for staff 2 was from 8-29-22. Staff 2 start date was 10-16-23. Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) staff has since received health assessment and report has been placed in file. |
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| 2023-10-03 | Renewal | 3270.34(a)(6) - Staff evaluations | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.34(a)(6) Description: Staff evaluations Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 1 was missing an annual evaluation from their file. Correction Required: A director is responsible for written evaluation of staff persons on a regular basis, a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff 1 has been evaluated. |
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| 2023-10-03 | Renewal | 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.77(a) Description: No peeling paint or plaster Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection certification rep observed chipped paint throughout the facility Correction Required: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Owner has had facility repainted. |
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| 2023-10-03 | Renewal | 3270.95(a) - Devices must be compliant | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.95(a) Description: Devices must be compliant Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection certification rep asked the owner to manually test the fire detection system. The fire detection system was not operational. Correction Required: Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)). |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Fire system has been serviced and is functioning properly. |
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| 2023-04-20 | Complaints- Legal Location | 3270.21 - General Health and Safety | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.21 Description: General Health and Safety Noncompliance Area: At time of complaint investigation on 4/20/23, staff person #1, acknowledged that staff person #2 was under the influence of alcohol while working at the facility and caring for children. Staff person #2 was unable to be roused from a sleeping position on the afternoon of 4/11/23 and 911 was called by staff person #1. Correction Required: Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The health and safety of children will never be compromised at the facility. Staff person #2 has since been terminated from her position. Had her condition been suspected prior, staff person #2 would have never been hired. |
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| 2023-02-10 | Complaints- Legal Location | 3270.14/3270.21 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21 Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Noncompliance Area: At time of unannounced inspection, staff person #4 AND #5 did not have documentation of completing the required 1 hour Health and Safety training update. Correction Required: A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations.State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff person #4 AND #5 will complete the required Health and Safety training update. Documentation will be placed in the staff file. |
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| 2023-02-10 | Complaints- Legal Location | 3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Mantoux TB | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2) Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Mantoux TB Noncompliance Area: At time of unannounced inspection, the file for staff person #1 did not include an initial health assessment or TB test results. 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. An adult health assessment must include tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment. Subsequent tuberculosis screening is not required unless directed by a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff person #1 will schedule an appointment for a physical and TB testing. The complete health assessment will be kept on file at the facility. |
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| 2023-02-10 | Complaints- Legal Location | 3270.192(5) - Two written references | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.192(5) Description: Two written references Noncompliance Area: At time of unannounced inspection, the file for staff persons #1 and #2 did not include two written, non-family references. Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff person #1and #2 will be notified to provide additional references for the staff file. |
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| 2023-02-10 | Complaints- Legal Location | 3270.27(c) - Training regarding plan | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.27(c) Description: Training regarding plan Noncompliance Area: At time of unannounced inspection, staff person #3 did not have documentation of receiving emergency plan training at the initial time of 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff person #3 will receive training regarding the facility's emergency plan and what to do in case of emergency. This training will be documented and placed in the staff file. |
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| 2023-02-10 | Complaints- Legal Location | 3270.31(e)(4)(ii) - Fire safety - 1 yr. | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Description: Fire safety - 1 yr. Noncompliance Area: At time of unannounced inspection, staff person #4 did not have documentation of completing annual fire safety training. Correction Required: Staff persons shall participate, at least annually, in firesafety training conducted by a fire protection professional. Staff persons and volunteers shall receive training in maintenance of smoke detectors, the duties of facility persons during a fire drill and during a fire and the use of the facility's fire extinguishers, not including discharge of the fire suppressant agent. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff person #4 will receive fire safety training in person or register for the DHS fire safety training online. the training certificate will be placed in the staff file. |
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| 2023-02-10 | Complaints- Legal Location | 3270.31(f) - Health and Safety Training | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.31(f) Description: Health and Safety Training Noncompliance Area: At time of unannounced inspection, staff person #3 did not have documentation of completing the pre-service health and safety training within 90 days of employment. Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff person #1 will complete the required pre-service training. Documentation will be placed in the staff file. |
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| 2023-02-10 | Complaints- Legal Location | 3270.31(f)(10) - Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.31(f)(10) Description: Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR Noncompliance Area: At time of unannounced inspection, staff persons #2 and #3 did not have documentation of completing pediatric first aid and CPR within 90 days of hire. Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff person's #2 and #3 will be scheduled for pediatric first aid and CPR as soon as possible. Certification rep will send a referral for training to the PDO. |
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| 2023-02-10 | Complaints- Legal Location | 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Noncompliance Area: At time of unannounced inspection, the file for staff person #2 did not include complete criminal history information as required under the CPSL. The file for staff person #2 contained a volunteer PA criminal clearance dated 5/9/18, a child abuse clearance dated 9/7/17 that was more than 60 months old, and mandated reporter training dated 12/8/16 that was more than 60 months old. The file for staff person #2 did not include a NSOR certificate. There were no applications to apply for a new PA criminal, or child abuse clearance. 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 child care position at the facility. A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #--- may not work in a child care position at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff person #2 will not work at the facility until all of the required clearances are on file and considered complete. Staff person #2 will apply for all of the missing or outdated clearances immediately. |
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| 2023-02-10 | Complaints- Legal Location | 3270.33(b) - No more than 50% aides | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.33(b) Description: No more than 50% aides Noncompliance Area: At time of unannounced inspection, at least 50% of the staff were not group supervisors. Two aides, and one assistant group supervisor were present at time of arrival at approximately 9:50 am. Correction Required: At least 50% of the staff persons in a facility shall be individuals qualified and functioning as directors, group supervisors and assistant group supervisors. No more than 50% of the staff persons may be of aide qualification level. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The director will ensure that at least 50 % of the staff present on any given day are qualified as a director, group supervisor, or assistant group supervisors. There will not be two aides present with a assistant group supervisor. |
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| 2023-02-10 | Complaints- Legal Location | 3270.76 - Building Surfaces | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.76 Description: Building Surfaces Noncompliance Area: At time of unannounced inspection, the electrical box mounted on the bathroom ceiling was detaching and screws were hanging out of the ceiling Correction Required: Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The box will be repaired by screwing it back into the ceiling so there is nothing hanging from the ceiling and there are no loose screws. |
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| 2022-08-31 | Renewal | 3270.151(c)(2) - Mantoux TB | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.151(c)(2) Description: Mantoux TB Noncompliance Area: AT TIME OF RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE FILE FOR STAFF PERSON #3 DID NOT HAVE RESULTS OR A DATE THAT A TB TEST WAS GIVEN. Correction Required: An adult health assessment must include tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment. Subsequent tuberculosis screening is not required unless directed by a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) PROVIDER WILL SUBMIT THE DATE OF TB TESTING FOR STAFF PERSON #3. IF NO DATE IS AVAILABLE, STAFF PERSON #3 WILL OBTAIN DOCUMENTATION OF A NEW TB TEST. |
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| 2022-08-31 | Renewal | 3270.31(e)(4)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iii) - Fire safety - 1 yr./Exp, educ., training at facility | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.31(e)(4)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iii) Description: Fire safety - 1 yr./Exp, educ., training at facility Noncompliance Area: AT TIME OF RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE FILE FOR STAFF PERSON #2 DID NOT INCLUDE ANY DOCUMENTATION THAT FIRE SAFETY HAD BEEN TAKEN WITHIN THE PAST YEAR. 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.A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) STAFF PERSON #2 WILL TAKE FIRE SAFETY TRAINING AND THE CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION WILL BE PLACED IN THE STAFF FILE. |
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| 2022-08-31 | Renewal | 3270.31(e)/3270.192(2)(iii) - Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.31(e)/3270.192(2)(iii) Description: Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility Noncompliance Area: AT TIME OF RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE FILES FOR STAFF PERSON #1 AND #2 DID NOT INCLUDE 12 HOURS OF ANNUAL CHILD CARE TRAINING. Correction Required: A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) STAFF PERSON #1 AND #2 WILL COMPLETE 12 HOURS OF CHILD CARE TRAINING. THIS WILL BE KEPT IN THE STAFF FILE. |
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| 2022-08-31 | Renewal | 3270.31(f)/3270.192(2)(iii) - Health and Safety Training/Exp, educ., training at facility | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.31(f)/3270.192(2)(iii) Description: Health and Safety Training/Exp, educ., training at facility Noncompliance Area: AT TIME OF RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE FILE FOR STAFF PERSON #1 DID NOT INCLUDE THE REQUIRED TRAINING UNDER 3270.31(f) 1-9. AND THE FILE FOR STAFF PERSON #2 DID NOT INCLUDE THE DATE OF THE TRAINING FOR THE REQUIRED TRAINING UNDER 3270.31(f) 1-9, WITHIN 90 DAYS OF HIRE. Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10.A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) STAFF PERSON #1 WILL TAKE THE REQUIRED HEALTH AND SAFETY TRAINING REQUIRED UNDER 3270.31(f) AND STAFF PERSON #2 WILL SUBMIT THE TRAINING CERTIFICATE THAT INCLUDES THE DATE IT WAS TAKEN. |
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| 2022-08-31 | Renewal | 3270.65 - Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.65 Description: Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less Noncompliance Area: AT TIME OF RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE OUTLET STRIP OBSERVED IN THE MIDDLE ROOM DID NOT HAVE PROTECTIVE COVERS IN THE OUTLETS THAT WERE NOT BEING USED, AND THE OUTLET STRIP WAS ACCESSIBLE TO CHILDREN. Correction Required: Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) THE UNSUED OUTLETS IN THE STRIP WILL BE COVERED WITH PROTECTIVE COVERS. |
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| 2022-08-31 | Renewal | 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.66(a) Description: Locked or inaccessible Noncompliance Area: AT TIME OF RENEWAL INSPECTION, HAND SANITIZER WAS OBSERVED UNDER THE UNLOCKED SINK IN THE BATHROOM, AND 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) THE HAND SANITIZER WILL BE MOVED TO AN AREA THAT IS NOT ACCESSIBLE TO CHILDREN. |
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| 2022-08-31 | Renewal | 3270.75(c) - Has all items | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.75(c) Description: Has all items Noncompliance Area: AT TIME OF RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE FIRST AID KIT LOCATED IN THE MIDDLE ROOM DID NOT CONTAIN SOAP. Correction Required: A first-aid kit must contain the following: soap, an assortment of adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, tweezers, tape, scissors and disposable, nonporous gloves. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) SOAP WILL BE PURCHASED AND PLACED IN THE FIRST AID KIT FOR THE MIDDLE ROOM SO THAT IT INCLUDES ALL 7 REQUIRED ITEMS. |
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| 2022-08-31 | Renewal | 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.77(a) Description: No peeling paint or plaster Noncompliance Area: AT TIME OF RENEWAL INSPECTION CHIPPED PAINT WAS OBSERVED THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY. Correction Required: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) THE FACILITY IS CURRENTLY BEING REPAINTED AND SOME OF THE ROOMS HAVE NOT BEEN FINISHED YET. ALL AREAS OF CHIPPED PAINT WILL BE REPAINTED. |
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| 2021-10-22 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.24(a) - Immediate access | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.24(a) Description: Immediate access Noncompliance Area: AT TIME OF UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION ON 10/22/21, AT 10:25 AM, CERTIFICATION REP WAS DENIED ACCESS TO THE FACILITY BY STAFF PERSON #1. Correction Required: A staff person shall provide to agents of the Department immediate access to the facility, the children and the files and records |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) A STAFF PERSON WILL PROVIDE TO AGENT OF DEPARTMENT IMMEDIATE ACCESS TO THE FACILITY, THE CHILDREN, AND THE FILES. A MEETING HAS BEEN CONDUCTED WHICH STATES THE POLICY OF ALLOWING ACCESS TO AGENTS. DURING THE MEETING STAFF WAS REQUIRED TO SIGN OFF ON THIS POLICY. |
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