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Child Care Center

Tri County Church Of God Childcare

Du Bois, PA · Clearfield County
1881 OLD 255 RD, Du Bois, PA 15801
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Capacity
46 children
Subsidized Program
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State Rating
1

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📞 (814) 371-0727
1881 OLD 255 RD
Du Bois, PA 15801
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This provider appeared in previous licensing records but was not found in our most recent state data update.

Historical licensing information
License Number
CER-00181987
Expired
Oct 3, 2022
Issued By
Pennsylvania Department of Education and Public Welfare
District Office
Early Learning Resource Center for Region 2

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We are a church that is driven by the purposes we believe God has called us to. We encourage people to fulfill these purposes...becoming a G-Force Christian... Grace : God wants everyone to experience His forgiveness and the new life He offers through Christ. Growth : God wants people to grow in a personal relationship with Him. Groups : God designed people for relationship. We encourage people to get into small groups to support and care for each other. Gifts : God has wired each person with a unique SHAPE. He wants people to use the gifts He has given them to serve Him and others. Give : God wants us to give ourselves completely to Him … to put Him first and to love Him most. Go : God wants us to take His message and share it with others.

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
2020-06-26 Renewal 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: In the outside play space, observed 4 Big Wheels. There was one yellow, one green and two pink in color. Each of the Big Wheels had approximately a 2-3 inch crack in one of the three black wheels. Also, in the outside play space, observed a pink tricycle which had a pink plastic basket attached to the back of it. Two corner areas of the basket were cracked.

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.)
They were removed and will not be used. I will be more conscientious of wear and tear.
2020-06-26 Renewal 3270.123(b)/3270.182(8) - Parent receives original/Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original. Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The parent did not receive the original fee agreement for child #1 as the original was in the child's file.

Correction Required: A parent shall receive the original agreement. The facility shall retain a copy of the agreement.A child's record shall contain a copy of the initial agreement and subsequent written agreements between the parent and the operator. The parent receives the original agreement.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Parent will get the original. From now on, the parent will always get the original and a copy will be on file.
2020-06-26 Renewal 3270.131(b)(1)/3270.182(1) - Infant: updated health report every 6 months/Initial and subsequent health reports Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: There was more than six months between the previous and the most current and updated health assessment on file for child #2, who is a young toddler.

Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddlerA child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Physical is on file. From now on, I will be more conscientious of dates for physicals.
2020-06-26 Renewal 3270.133(3) - Name on bottle Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: In the Jungle Room first aid kit, observed burn gel which lacked the name of the child for whom the medication was intended. In the Ocean Room first aid kit, observed Vaseline lip therapy which lacked the name of the child for whom the medication was intended.

Correction Required: The label of a medication container shall identify the name of the medication and the name of the child for whom the medication is intended. Medication shall be administered to only the child whose name appears on the container.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Medication was removed. From now on, I will make sure no one is adding medication to first aid kits.
2020-06-26 Renewal 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #3, lacks a current and updated health assessment which was conducted within the past 24 months.

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 has appointment on the 26th of August. I will make sure they are completed every 24 months.
2020-06-26 Renewal 3270.163(b) - Breakfast items from three groups Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Based on a conversation with staff, the breakfast at the facility consists of grain and dairy items. Two of the required three food groups were being served for breakfast.

Correction Required: Breakfast prepared at the facility for children of toddler age or older shall have at least one item from three of the following four food groups: dairy, protein, fruit and vegetable, grain.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I will make a new breakfast menu and add fruit. Going forward, we will use this menu.
2020-06-26 Renewal 3270.165 - Menus Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The facility provides breakfast, lunch, and snack. The breakfast and snack menu items were not posted. The lunch menu was posted.

Correction Required: An operator shall conspicuously post the menu at least 1 week in advance or provide a menu to each family.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I am going to make a new menu that includes breakfast and snack. From now on, we will keep the new menu.
2020-06-26 Renewal 3270.31(e)(4)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iii) - Fire safety - 1 yr./Exp, educ., training at facility Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The most current fire safety training conducted on 5/21/2020, for staff 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, and 11 was not conducted by a fire protection professional.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff will get training. From now on, I will make sure the person doing the training is a fire protection professional.
2020-06-26 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The files for staff #1, with start date of 5/26/20 and #5 with start date of 8/29/29, lack the correct disclosure statement required under the CPSL. The file for staff #1, with provisional hire date of 5/26/20, has a National Sex Offender application which is dated 07/28/2020. NSOR was not on file by provisional hire end date of 7/10/2020. There is now an NSOR on file. The file for staff #2, with provisional hire date of 3/16/2020, lacked an application for the NSOR on or before initial start date in a child care position. NSOR application is dated 5/21/2020. There is now an NSOR on file and dated 5/26/2020. There was more than 60 months between the previous State Police and Child Abuse clearances on file for staff #4. Clearance dates are as follows; State Police - 1/23/15 and then 5/11/2020, Child Abuse - 5/6/15 and then 7/27/2020.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The correct disclosure form was completed by staff and added to the file. Clearances are on file. In the future, make sure that we replace the old disclosure form and use the correct one and get clearances on time.
2020-06-26 Renewal 3270.37(b)(3)/3270.192(2)(ii) - 8th grade + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #5, who holds the title of aide, lacks verification of an 8th grade education. There are 2500 hours of child care experience on file.

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.)
I will get information from staff. I will make sure requirements are on file before staff start.
2020-06-26 Renewal 3270.76 - Building Surfaces Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Observed that the indoor Outback play space protective surface covering had an approximately a foot long area to the left of the entrance door which was starting to come loose. Thus, causing a tripping hazard to the children in care.

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.)
I will talk to maintenance and figure what they can do to fix the surface covering. I will be more conscientious of wear and tear.
2020-06-26 Renewal 3270.81 - Glass Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Observed that one of the glass doors which leads to the outside play space lacked visual identification.

Correction Required: A visual strip or other visual identification shall be placed on glass located in a traffic area, a child care space or a play space.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I added a visual identification. Going forward, I am going to get something more permanent to keep on the door.
2020-06-26 Renewal 3270.82(h) - Handwashing signs Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: In the Outback boys bathroom, observed that one of the toilet stalls lacked a hand washing sign.

Correction Required: A facility person and an able child shall wash his hands after toileting and before eating. A sign on which this requirement is written shall be posted at each toilet, training chair, diapering area and sink in the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Put up a hand washing sign. I will be more conscientious of hand washing signs.
2020-06-26 Renewal 3270.94(a) - Fire drill every 60 days Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: There was more than 60 days between fire drills. A fire drill was completed on 2/4/2020 and then on 6/25/2020.

Correction Required: A fire drill shall be held at least every 60 days. Facility persons and children in attendance shall participate in the fire drill. Facility persons and children shall exit the building, weather permitting.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Fire drill is completed. Fire drills will be completed every 60 days.
2019-07-12 Renewal 3270.102(g) - Hazardous toys and equipment Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: In the infant room, observed a Bumbo seat which lacked a safety strap. The Bumbo seats have been described as hazardous by the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission if they do not have a safety strap.

Correction Required: Children's toys and equipment, including furniture and rest equipment, described as hazardous by the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission may not be used by children at the facility and may not be on the premises at the facility. At the time of inspection, the operator shall submit to the Department written affirmation on a form provided by the Department stating that the facility is in compliance with this requirement.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Took out of the room. In the future, we won't use Bumbo seats without safety straps and pay attention to the Consumer Product Safety Commission.
2019-07-12 Renewal 3270.106(a) - Clean, age appropriate Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The rest equipment for the young toddlers, older toddlers, and preschool age children lacked a label for the use of a specific child.

Correction Required: Individual, clean, age-appropriate rest equipment shall be provided for preschool, toddler and infant children as agreed between the child's parent and the operator. The rest equipment shall be labeled for the use of a specific child and used only by the specified child.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Put numbers on the rest equipment and made a spread sheet with children's names and a number beside the child's names. In the future, we will update as new children come and rest equipment will be used for a specific child.
2019-07-12 Renewal 3270.106(f) - 2 feet apart Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: In the infant room, observed an infant sleeping in a crib which lacked two feet of space on three sides.

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.)
Rearranged the room so that there were two feet of space on three sides of the crib and going forward we will make sure nothing is placed in between the cribs.
2019-07-12 Renewal 3270.119 - Infant sleep position Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: In the infant room, observed an infant sleeping in an infant swing and not laying flat on their back. Based on a conversation with staff, the infant had been sleeping in the swing for approximately a half of an hour.

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.)
Infant was placed immediately on their back in the crib. In the future, if a child falls asleep in a swing, the child will be placed immediately on their back in a crib.
2019-07-12 Renewal 3270.131(e)(1)/3270.192(3) - Exemption documentation from parent/guardian/Health assessment, TB test Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The current immunization record on file for child #1 lacked verification of a Flu shot within the past year.

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.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.)
I will request a letter of exemption from the parent. In the future, we will send out a letter as a reminder to parents to make sure they are getting updated copies of flu shots or to send a letter of exemption.
2019-07-12 Renewal 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #4, 7, 10, and 13 lacked an initial health assessment which was conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting, There is now a current health assessment on file for staff #4, 7, 10 and 13. There was more than 24 months between the previous health assessment and the most current and updated health assessment on file for staff #11.

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.)
They all have current assessments on file. In the future, make sure that health assessments are done and checked off list before they start.
2019-07-12 Renewal 3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3) - Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The files for staff #4, 7, 8, 10, and 13 lacked a TB test by the Mantoux method at initial employment. There are TB tests now on file for staff #4, 7, 8, 10, and 13.

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.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.)
Current are on file. In the future, TB tests are on the checklist and will be put on file before they start in child care.
2019-07-12 Renewal 3270.25(a) - Post the certificate of compliance Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: A copy of the applicable regulations under which the facility certified was not posted in a conspicuous location used by parents.

Correction Required: The facility's current certificate of compliance and a copy of the applicable regulations under which the facility is certified shall be posted in a conspicuous location used by parents, with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional day care office posted at the same location.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We hung a sign which had the web address and that they could request a copy from the director. In the future, it will remain posted.
2019-07-12 Renewal 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #3, with hire date of 2-19-2019, lacked verification of Mandated Reporter training within 90 days of hire. There is current Mandated Reporter training on file and dated 6-11-2019. The file for staff #10, with hire date of 10-27-2018. lacked verification of Mandated Reporter training within 90 days of hire. There is current Mandated Reporter training on file and dated 6-30-2019.

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.)
Mandated reporter is now on file. In the future, I have a tracking sheet to make sure that they are timely and to remind staff.
2019-07-12 Renewal 3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii) - Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #2, who holds the title of Aide, lacks verification of an 8th grade education. There is verification of 2 years of experience on file. The file for staff #5, who holds the title of Director, lacks verification of 1 year of experience with children. There is a bachelor's degree in the human services field on file

Correction Required: A staff person or a substitute staff person shall meet one of the applicable staff qualifications for the position in which the person is performing. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Will request that from staff. In the future, I will make sure that verification of qualifications are on file.
2019-07-12 Renewal 3270.34(a)(6) - Staff evaluations Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: There was more than 12 months in between the previous staff evaluation and the most current staff evaluation on file for staff #11 and #12. A staff evaluation for staff #11 was completed on 1-8-2018 and then on 3-5-2019. A staff evaluation for staff #12 was completed on 1-8-2018 and then on 3-25-2019.

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 evaluations are on file. In the future, I will start doing it prior to each staff's anniversary every year and will add to my spreadsheet.
2019-07-12 Renewal 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: In the Young Toddler room bathroom, observed Desitin and Butt Paste which were accessible to the children in care. Both were labeled as "Keep out of reach of children."

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We put them in the closet away from children. In the future, we will make sure that anything that says to keep out of reach of children is not left in the changing area.
2019-07-12 Renewal 3270.67(d) - Contaminated trash in closed plastic-lined receptacle Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: In the Outback Playhouse, Ocean Room, and Forrest Room, observed trash receptacles which contained used tissues. These receptacles lacked a lid.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Got new trash cans with lids and got rid of the big one in the Outback. In the future, we will make sure that all rooms have a trash can with a lid.
2019-07-12 Renewal 3270.76 - Building Surfaces Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: In the outside play space, observed five jaggar plants along the fence.

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.)
Pulled that day. In the future, we will make sure teachers are walking around the outer edges of fence to make sure there aren't any jaggers when they take their children outside.
2019-07-12 Renewal 3270.94(a) - Fire drill every 60 days Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: There was more than sixty days in between fire drills. A fire drill was conducted on 4-18-2019 and then on 6-27-2019.

Correction Required: A fire drill shall be held at least every 60 days. Facility persons and children in attendance shall participate in the fire drill. Facility persons and children shall exit the building, weather permitting.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Fire drills will be completed within 60 days. I am going to put them in the calendar and will be not be done every other month but every six days.
2018-07-10 Renewal 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: In the Toddler Room, observed red and green play mats which had multiple rips on them and were not in good repair. In the outside play space, observed a purple big wheel which had two plastic tires that were cracked causing pinch points to the children in care.

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.)
Both the big wheel and play mats will be moved from their location to prevent any injury or charm. In the future, we will double check all big wheels and play mats.
2018-07-10 Renewal 3270.111(b)/3270.124(e) - Posted in group space/Written emergency plan posted Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The Desert Room lacked a written plan of daily activities and a written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency.

Correction Required: The written plan of daily activities shall be posted in the group space. A written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency shall be displayed conspicuously in every child care space and shall accompany a staff person who leaves on an excursion with children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Will hang all forms. In the future, activities and medical emergency forms will be remain posted.
2018-07-10 Renewal 3270.124(b)(6)/3270.124(b)(7) - Insurance coverage information/Name/address/phone release person Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact information on file for children #2, #3, and #4 lacked the addresses of all persons designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. The emergency contact information on file for child #1 lacked the name, address and phone number of the individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. The emergency contact information on file for child #1 and #4 lacked the name of the health insurance coverage and policy number.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable. 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.)
All forms have been sent home to have completed and to have all information filled out. In the future, I will be sure to double check all forms to make sure all information is on there.
2018-07-10 Renewal 3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1) - Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #4, who is an older toddler, lacks an updated health report within the past 12 months.

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.A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Health report has been sent home to parent to have health report completed and shot record. In the future, I will be more aware of upcoming birthdays to send health report home.
2018-07-10 Renewal 3270.133(3) - Name on bottle Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: In the Toddler Room and Jungle Room, observed antibiotic cream in each of the first -aid kits. These medications lacked the name of the child for whom they were intended.

Correction Required: The label of a medication container shall identify the name of the medication and the name of the child for whom the medication is intended. Medication shall be administered to only the child whose name appears on the container.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Antibiotic cream has been removed from first-aid kits We will make sure parents send in antibiotic cream if child needs it. Will do weekly checks to ensure only proper items are present.
2018-07-10 Renewal 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The files for staff #2, #3, and #5 lack a current updated health assessment within the past 24 months.

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.)
All 3 health assessments will be completed by date provided. In the future, will make sure all health assessments are up to date.
2018-07-10 Renewal 3270.171(c) - Safe routes posted Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The facility lacked written notification of safe routes posted at a conspicuous location.

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.)
Will get completed and hung on bulletin boards. Will make a check list of forms that need hung so that I don't forget in the future.
2018-07-10 Renewal 3270.27(c)/3270.192(2)(iii) - Training regarding plan/Exp, educ., training at facility Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The files for staff #3, #7, and #8 lacked verification of emergency plan training within the past year. The file for staff #9 lacked emergency plan training within one week of hire.

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. 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.)
Emergency plan training will be provided. Will make sure emergency plan is always received timely.
2018-07-10 Renewal 3270.31(e)(4)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iii) - Fire safety - 1 yr./Exp, educ., training at facility Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The files for staff #2, #3, #4, #5, #6, #7, and #8 lack verification of fire safety training within the past 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.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.)
Scheduling fire safety training. I will try harder to complete in allotted time given.
2018-07-10 Renewal 3270.31(e)/3270.192(2)(iii) - Annual 6 hrs. training/Exp, educ., training at facility Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #5 lacked an annual minimum of 6 clock hours of child care training.

Correction Required: A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 6 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.)
Will complete six hours training. In the future, will make sure to check files so that information is up to date.
2018-07-10 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #1, a provisional hire on 07-09-2018, lacks a copy of the request for Child Abuse and FBI Clearances. There are no Child Abuse and FBI clearances on file. The file for staff #4, with hire date of 09-07-2013, lacked a State Police, Child Abuse and FBI Clearance on or before initial date in a child care position. There are current clearance on file for staff #4. The file for staff #10, with hire date of 06-27-2018, lacked a copy of the disclosure statement on or before initial date in a child care position. There is a current disclosure statement on file and dated 07-12-2018.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person # 1--- may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff #1 will not work until clearances are received. For future hires, will make sure that I have all clearances and disclosure statements before hiring.
2018-07-10 Renewal 3270.34(a)(6) - Staff evaluations Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #3 lacks a written evaluation from the director within the past 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.)
Staff evaluation being completed. In the future, I will double check files to make sure staff evaluations are up to date.
2018-07-10 Renewal 3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) - HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The files for staff #4 and #10, who hold the title of assistant group supervisor, lack verification of 2 years of 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. 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.)
Explained to the ladies that child care experience is needed prior to hire. In the future, will make sure staff have child care experience on file prior to hire.
2018-07-10 Renewal 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: In the Jungle and Ocean Rooms, observed bleach solution which was sitting on top of a black cabinet in each of the rooms. This area is accessible to the children. In the infant room, observed three toxic cleaning products which were located directly beside the diaper changing table.

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.)
Bleach bottles moved to locked cabinets. Infant cleaning products moved to a shelf away from where infant changing table. From now on, this is where they will be.
2017-07-12 Renewal 3270.102(g) - Hazardous toys and equipment Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: In the infant room, a Bumbo seat was observed that lacked a safety strap and has been described as hazardous by the CPSC.

Correction Required: Children's toys and equipment, including furniture and rest equipment, described as hazardous by the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission may not be used by children at the facility and may not be on the premises at the facility. At the time of inspection, the operator shall submit to the Department written affirmation on a form provided by the Department stating that the facility is in compliance with this requirement.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The bumbo seat has been removed from the infant room. In the future, bumbo seats will not be used within the daycare for safety reasons.
2017-07-12 Renewal 3270.123(a)(3) - Services proceeded Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The files for children #1 and #2, who have been enrolled for longer than six months, lacked 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.

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.)
After finding out our growth and development assessment is not state approved, I have been researching new assessment tools. We will conduct new assessments, train, and perform assessments. Child #2 no longer attending facility.
2017-07-12 Renewal 3270.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact information on file for child #3 lacked 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.)
The address will be put on the emergency contact form. I will always double check now for missed information on the emergency contact form.
2017-07-12 Renewal 3270.124(e) - Written emergency plan posted Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Rooms #1 through #6 lack a written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency.

Correction Required: A written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency shall be displayed conspicuously in every child care space and shall accompany a staff person who leaves on an excursion with children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I will hang up in every room a written plan for transporting a child in the event of an emergency and the staffing provisions and they will remain there.
2017-07-12 Renewal 3270.133(3) - Name on bottle Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: 4 bottles of sunscreen and 1 tube of Dermasil lotion were observed without the name of the child for whom the medication is intended.

Correction Required: The label of a medication container shall identify the name of the medication and the name of the child for whom the medication is intended. Medication shall be administered to only the child whose name appears on the container.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Labeled. In the future, I will have the staff check lotion and Dermasil monthly to ensure the names are still on the bottles.
2017-07-12 Renewal 3270.133(6) - Written consent Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: A bottle of Equate Tylenol was observed for child #4. There was no written consent for administration on file.

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.)
Tylenol sent home with parent. As stated, we will never administer medicine without written consent from parent.
2017-07-12 Renewal 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #2, lacks a current updated health assessment within the past 24 months. The files for staff #4, #5, #6, and #8 lack documentation of a health assessment on or before initial date in a child care position. There are current health assessments on file for staff #4, #5, #6, and #8.

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 #2 no longer works at the daycare. I will make sure for future hires, that I receive their health assessment before their first day of work.
2017-07-12 Renewal 3270.181(c) - Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The fee agreement on file for child #1, with enrollment date of 04-7-2015, was last reviewed and udpated on 08-25-2016.

Correction Required: 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.)
I will have the parent sign that she reviewed and updated. In the future, I have a paper received a paper that I can have parents sign every 6 months.
2017-07-12 Renewal 3270.27(c)/3270.192(2)(iii) - Training regarding plan/Exp, educ., training at facility Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #3, with hire date of 03-02-2016, lacks documentation of current annual training regarding the emergency plan. The most current emergency plan training on file for staff #3 was conducted on 06-20-2016. The file for staff #5, with hire date of 02-07-2017, lacks traininng regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment. There is current emergency plan training on file for staff #5 and dated 04-26-2017. The file for staff #9, who was a re-hire on 11-14-2016, lacks initial emergency plan training. The file for staff #9, with rehire date of 11-14-2016, lacks in initial emergency plan training. The file for staff #10, with hire date of 08-19-2015, lacks current annual training regarding the emergency plan. THe most current emergency plan training on file for staff #10 is dated 06-20-2016.

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. 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 get the proper training regarding the emergency plan and faxed to you upon completion. In the future, I will make sure all employees are trained with the emergency plan as soon as hired and annually.
2017-07-12 Renewal 3270.31(e)(4)(ii) - Fire safety - 1 yr. Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The files for staff # 2 and #3, who have been employed longer than one year, lack documentation of current annual firesafety 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The proper fire safety training will be completed by the correction date. Next time there is a fire safety training, I will make sure everyone can attend. Staff #2 no longer works at the daycare.
2017-07-12 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.192(2)(iii) - Comply with CPSL/Exp, educ., training at facility Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #4, with hire date of 12-02-2016, lacked documentation of Mandated Reporter training within 90 days of hire. There is current Mandated Reporter training on file for staff #4 and dated 04-05-2017. The file for staff #6, with hire date of 08-08-2016, lacked documentation of Mandated Reporter training within 90 days of hire. There is current documentation of Mandated Reporter training on file for staff #6 and dated 03-21-2017.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). SAFETY PLAN: 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.)
Upon hiring, I will make sure mandated reporter certificates are completed within 90 day period.
2017-07-12 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #1, a provisional hire on 04-24-2017, lacks documentation that State Police, Child Abuse, and FBI applications were completed prior to initial date in a child care position. There is a current State Police clearance on file dated 04-25-2017, Child Abuse clearance dated 05-08-2017, and FBI clearance dated 05-08-2017. The file for staff #2, a provisional hire on 08-25-2014, lacks documenation that State Police, Child Abuse, and FBI clearance applications were completed prior to initial date in a child care position. There is a current State Police clearance on file and dated 09-17-2014, Child Abuse clearance dated 10-06-2014, and FBI clearance dated 10-22-2014. The file for staff #4, a provisional hire on 12-2-2016, lacks documentation that an FBI application was completed prior to initial date in a child care position. There is a current FBI clearance on file and dated 12-14-2016. The file for staff #5, a provisional hire on 02-07-2017, lacks documentation that State Police, Child Abuse, and FBI clearance applications were completed prior to initial date in a child care position. There is a current State Police clearance on file and dated 02-16-2017, Child Abuse clearance and dated 02-21-2017, and FBI clearance dated 05-03-2017. The file for staff #6, a provisional hire on 08-08-2016, lacks documenation that a State Police and FBI application was completed prior to in initial date in a child care position. There is current State Police clearance on file and dated 08-10-2016 and FBI clearance dated 08-19-2016.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All proper documentation is complete. When hire in the future, I will make sure all paperwork is handed in prior to their start date.
2017-07-12 Renewal 3270.34(a)(6) - Staff evaluations Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #3, who has been employed longer than one year, lacks documentation of a current 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.)
The staff evaluation was completed and dated for 10/21/2016.
2017-07-12 Renewal 3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) - HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: The files for staff #1, #4, #5, and #7, who hold the title of assistant group supervisor, lacked documentation of 2 years of 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.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.)
Staff #1 and #5 no longer work at the daycare. Staff #4 and #7 are obtaining new letters that will state the actual amount of hours worked. For future hires, I will do the same.
2017-07-12 Renewal 3270.75(c) - Has all items Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: In the infant room, the first-aid kit was lacking tape.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The tape has been put in the infant first aid kit. All kits have a list of items needed to be in at all times. I have asked the ladies to check the kits weekly.
2017-07-12 Renewal 3270.94(a) - Fire drill every 60 days Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: A fire drill was not held at least every 60 days. Review of the fire drill log indicated that fire drills were held on 09-16-2016, 12-21-2016, 03-24-2017 and 06-29-2017.

Correction Required: A fire drill shall be held at least every 60 days. Facility persons and children in attendance shall participate in the fire drill. Facility persons and children shall exit the building, weather permitting.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Fire drills will be held every two months. Next fire drill is scheduled for the week of August 28, 2017. I will be sure to completed drills as specified by the State.
2017-07-12 Renewal 3270.94(e) - Change locations of fire Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Review of the fire drill log indicated that the hypothetical location of the fire was never changed.

Correction Required: Hypothetical locations of the fire shall be changed for each drill.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Instead of always meeting at the same location, we will have the "fire" start in different areas of the daycare and every fire drill will be every two months.

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