Description: UNIVERSITY OF SCRANTON EARLY LEARNING CENTER is a Child Care Center in SCRANTON PA, with a maximum capacity of 145 children. The provider also participates in a subsidized child care program.
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| 2019-05-28 | Renewal | 3270.133(1)/3270.133(5) - Original container/Original label | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: While at the facility unannounced on 5/28/19 for the renewal the inspector observed several loose diphenhydramine viles for child #1 in the older toddler room. Child #2 had a albuterol inhaler in the K Prep 2 room that was expired as of 04/2019 Correction Required: A prescription or nonprescription medication may be accepted only in an original container. The medication shall remain in the container in which it was received. Medication shall be stored in accordance with the manufacturer's or health professional's instructions on the original label. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more
information.) Medication was in a plastic bag labeled with child's name. However, it was not in original container with prescription attached. Medication was immediately removed from classroom and given to parent. New medication was provided in original container with label on it. Second child has 2 of the same medicines in med box. One was expired and one was not. When medication expired family brought in the new one and the staff person failed to send the old new home with the parent. Immediately, the medication was removed from the classroom and given to the parent. Going forward, all medications and expirations are logged on a sheet and checked monthly to ensure they stay intact and do not expire. |
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| 2019-05-28 | Renewal | 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: While at the facility unannounced on 5/28/19 for the renewal visit the inspector observed the file for staff #1 and noted a hire date of 7/30/18 and an FBI clearance that is not the DHS approved FBI Clearance. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). 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.) The staff member had all 3 clearances on file and they were observed to not have a record. The FBI clearance was done by an alternate agency and not an approved form through DHS. Immediately, staff person was removed from the center and completed DHS approved FBI clearance the following business day. Once she received the results which showed no record, she was able to be in the center again. |
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| 2019-05-28 | Renewal | 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: While at the facility unannounced on 5/28/19 for the renewal visit the inspector observed peeling paint in the young toddler 2 room and the preschool 2 room. 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.) All surfaces were repainted immediately after the inspection. Going forward, all surfaces will be inspected monthly to ensure this will not happen again. |
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| 2018-05-18 | Renewal | 3270.102(e) - Infant/toddler - no material less than 1 inch | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: While at the facility unannounced on 5/18/18 the inspector observed homemade sensory bottles in the young toddler room that did not have sealed lids making the contents accessible to the toddlers. Correction Required: Pea gravel and other materials with a diameter of less than 1 inch may not be used in spaces where infants or toddlers receive care. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more
information.) All homemade sensory bottles were thrown away during the visit. We have put a policy in place that only commercial sensory toys can be put in all classrooms. |
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| 2018-05-18 | Renewal | 3270.181(c) - Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: While reviewing the child files the inspector observed that child files #1 through #8 had annual signatures on the Emergency Contact and Agreement form versus every six months as is required. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more
information.) Have all files updated immediately. We now have a system in place where all files will be updated in August and March |
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| 2018-05-18 | Renewal | 3270.76 - Building Surfaces | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: While at the facility unannounced on 5/18/18 the inspector observed ground spikes and a plastic divider (used to hold mulch) exposed in the outdoor play space creating hazards 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more
information.) Mulch was refilled and maintenance staff were out to do a safety inspection to ensure all spikes were covered. Our maintenance staff are now responsible for conducting monthly playground inspections to ensure all equipment is discarded or repaired if needed. Staff have also reviewed our daily playground checklist and we have designated one staff member to conduct these prior to classes going outside daily. |
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| 2018-05-18 | Renewal | 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: While at the facility unannounced on 5/18/18 the inspector observed chipped paint in several of the classrooms that children occupy. 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.) Painting has been scheduled to be completed by 7/30/2018. University of Scranton Buildings and Repairs Department will be conducting building maintenance checks monthly to ensure these such repairs are done timely. |
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