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Valley Points Family Ymca-Acmetonia

Cheswick, PA · Allegheny County
ACMETONIA ELEMENTARY, Cheswick, PA 15024
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Capacity
999 children
Languages
English, English
Subsidized Program
Participates
State Rating
2

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📞 (724) 713-3992
ACMETONIA ELEMENTARY
Cheswick, PA 15024
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✓ Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
CER-00257462
License Issued
Jul 16, 2026
Active Through
Jul 16, 2027
Issued By
Pennsylvania Department of Education and Public Welfare
District Office
Early Learning Resource Center for Region 5

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Valley Points Family Ymca-Acmetonia is a Child Care Center in CHESWICK PA, with a maximum capacity of 999 children. It is open Monday - Friday, 7:00 AM - 9:00 AM. The provider also participates in a subsidized child care program.

Hours of Operation

  • Monday7:00 AM - 9:00 AM
  • Tuesday7:00 AM - 9:00 AM
  • Wednesday7:00 AM - 9:00 AM
  • Thursday7:00 AM - 9:00 AM
  • Friday7:00 AM - 9:00 AM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed

Inspection/Report History

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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2026-04-16 Renewal 3270.123(a)(5) - Designated release persons Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(5)

Description: Designated release persons

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #1 lacked an agreement that specified the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The agreement was updated with designated parents to whom the child may be realeased to for pickup.
2026-04-16 Renewal 3270.24(f) - Director ID Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.24(f)

Description: Director ID

Noncompliance Area: The photo identification of the director expired on 3/18/26.

Correction Required: A valid photo identification of the director or designated staff person who is responsible to compliance with this chapter shall be provided to the agent of the Department at the time of inspection.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Photo identification card was updated and renewed.
2026-04-16 Renewal 3270.31(e)(4)(ii) - Fire safety - 1 yr. Compliant - Finalized

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

Description: Fire safety - 1 yr.

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #1 lacked firesafey training that was completed 12 months from the previous firesafety training. The firesafety trainings in the file are dated 1/21/25 and 4/2/26.

Correction Required: Staff persons shall participate, at least annually, in fire safety 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.)
Fire safety training was completed and added to staff file.
2026-04-16 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #1 who was hired as the director on (See LIS Code Sheet) lacked a State Police Clearance, Child Abuse Clearance, and FBI Clearance that were completed 60 months from the previous State Police Clearance, Child Abuse Clearance, and FBI Clearance. The State Polce Clearances in the file are dated 11/11/20 and 12/17/25. The Child Abuse Clearances in the file are dated 11/12/20 and 4/16/26. The FBI Clearances in the file are dated 11/12/20 and 12/23/25.

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.)
State Police clearance, Child Abuse Clearance and FBI Clearance were updated and added to staff file.
2025-04-11 Renewal 3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3) - Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3)

Description: Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #1 lacked emergency contact information that included written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care prior to admission. The consent was initialed instead of being signed.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care. A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
To comply with Code Chapter 3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3) the parent was asked to sign the documents using a legal signature. The mom signed on 4/25/25 and a photo was sent to inspector.
2025-04-11 Renewal 3270.14/3270.21 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: A used napkin and tissues were in a receptacle that did not have a lid.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Moving forward a separate lidded garbage can has been added to comply with 55 PA Code Chapter 3270. The can will be stored with other YMCA materials and used only when the program is present.
2025-04-11 Renewal 3270.182(5) - Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.182(5)

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

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #1 lacked signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff prior to admission. The consent was initialed instead of being signed.

Correction Required: A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
To comply with Code Chapter 3270.182(5) the parent was asked to sign the documents using a legal signature. The mom signed on 4/25/25 and a photo was sent to inspector.
2024-09-26 Renewal Renewal Compliant - Finalized
2024-05-23 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.113(a) - Supervised at all times Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(a)

Description: Supervised at all times

Noncompliance Area: 3RD CITATION: On 5-23-24 at approximately 3:15 p.m., staff person #1 answered the outside door to the cafeteria where parents enter the facility to pick up their children. There were 10 total school-age children in the cafeteria and when staff person #1 was talking to a parent at the door, the staff person could not see the children on the other side of the cafeteria for approximately 20-30 seconds. There were no other staff persons present in the room at the time. On 5-23-24, staff person #1, who was supervising a group of 10 school-age children, left the cafeteria with the group and went down the main hallway to the bathroom. One school-age child in the group was observed walking down from the left hallway and then joining the group of children down the main hallway as they arrived at the bathroom. The child was alone in the left hallway, and staff person #1 was not able to see the child and was not aware that the child was not with their group after the group left the cafeteria and walked to the bathroom. PREVIOUSLY CITED ON 2-28-24 and 3-12-24.

Correction Required: Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
To correct this violation, the director has established a new policy for the Acmetonia site, where parents will now be asked to enter the building when picking up their children. This way it will allow for proper supervision, and also encourage more communication between staff and parents.
2024-05-23 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.113(a)(1) - Staff assigned to specific children Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(a)(1)

Description: Staff assigned to specific children

Noncompliance Area: 3RD CITATION: On 5-23-24, staff person #1, who was supervising a group of 10 school-age children, left the cafeteria with the group and went down the main hallway to the bathroom. One school-age child in the group was observed walking down from the left hallway and then joining the group of children down the main hallway as they arrived at the bathroom. The child was alone in the left hallway, and staff person #1 was not able to see the child and was not aware that the child was not with their group after the group left the cafeteria and walked to the bathroom. PREVIOUSLY CITED ON 2-28-24 and 3-12-24.

Correction Required: Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
To correct this noncompliance, the director has implemented a more rigorous routine where the rules of being in a group will be reinforced daily. Each staff are assigned specific children each day. The expectations will be that every child know their staff, and each staff know their children. Staff will maintain a consistent group throughout the day to avoid confusion. The children will have the same staff throughout the day. The rules will be enforced daily, including "Stay within the designated are, both inside and outside All Children must be supervised".
2024-05-23 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.25(a) - Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.25(a)

Description: Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations

Noncompliance Area: 2ND CITATION: The facility's current certificate of compliance was not posted in a conspicuous location used by parents. PREVIOUSLY CITED ON 2-28-24.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The certificate of compliance has been posted in a conspicuous location which is used by parents. The form for instructions for contacting the appropriate regional child care office is also in the same location.
2024-05-23 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.51 - Similar Age Level Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.51

Description: Similar Age Level

Noncompliance Area: 3RD CITATION: On 5-23-24, staff person #1, who was supervising a group of 10 school-age children, left the cafeteria with the group and went down the main hallway to the bathroom. One school-age child in the group was observed walking down from the left hallway and then joining the group of children down the main hallway as they arrived at the bathroom. The child was alone in the left hallway, and staff person #1 was not able to see the child and was not aware that the child was not with their group after the group left the cafeteria and walked to the bathroom, resulting in a 0:1 staff to child ratio. PREVIOUSLY CITED ON 2-28-24 and 3-12-24.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The provider's plan of correction is to ensure that when children are grouped in similar age levels, such as younger school age children, ratio 1:12, the staff will always maintain ratio requirements. In order to do so the Director has implemented a more rigorous routine. This will include times to review the rules such as, "Do not leave the designated area, both inside and outside", and will ensure that staff are aware of all supervision requirements. The routine will be adjusted to leave time to review these rules with the children on a daily basis. Additionally, the staff will have a weekly meeting to discuss any necessary topics, including supervision.
2024-03-12 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.113(a) - Supervised at all times Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(a)

Description: Supervised at all times

Noncompliance Area: 2nd CITATION. PREVIOUSLY CITED 2/28/24. At 3:08 PM, 7 Older and Younger school-aged children were observed entering the cafeteria with no staff members present for approximately 1 minute, until Staff #1 entered the cafeteria. At approximately 3:12 PM, 3 young school-aged children were observed walking down the hallway to the bathroom alone without a staff person with them. Staff #1 stood in the cafeteria doorway watching the 3 children go down the hallway to the bathroom alone.

Correction Required: *The legal entity will conduct mandatory staff meetings at least once per month for the remaining months of the program's operation and then one month when the program re-opens, following the approval of this plan of correction. At each staff meeting, time will be set aside to review and discuss the facility's previous regulatory non-compliance items documented on inspection summaries issued in the last year, as well as the Department of Human Services' regulations relating to ratio and supervision. An agenda will be prepared for each staff meeting and a log identifying the date, time and persons attending each meeting will be maintained. The staff meeting agendas and logs will be made available to OCDEL-DHS representatives upon request.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The director has implemented staff meetings at least once a month for the remaining months of the program's operation and one month when the program re-opens to ensure proper supervision techniques are being implemented. The agenda for every staff meeting ensure that we discuss supervision and the DHS requirements such as "Children must wash hands before eating". An agenda will be prepared for each staff meeting including the date, time and persons attending each meeting.
2024-03-12 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.113(a) - Supervised at all times Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(a)

Description: Supervised at all times

Noncompliance Area: 2nd CITATION. PREVIOUSLY CITED 2/28/24. At 3:08 PM, 7 Older and Younger school-aged children were observed entering the cafeteria with no staff members present for approximately 1 minute, until Staff #1 entered the cafeteria. At approximately 3:12 PM, 3 young school-aged children were observed walking down the hallway to the bathroom alone without a staff person with them. Staff #1 stood in the cafeteria doorway watching the 3 children go down the hallway to the bathroom alone.

Correction Required: Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Ratio was corrected on 3/12/24 once Staff #1 returned to Cafeteria with all children. Site director has held site meetings regarding supervision. We completed the supervision training with Deb Lanzo on 5/8/24. We now follow all supervision and ratio requirements. We have discussed strategies in which we can supervise the children more efficiently. This includes staff person #1 being responsible for all 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders, and Staff person #2 being responsible for all Kindergarten and 1st graders.
2024-03-12 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.113(a)(1) - Staff assigned to specific children Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(a)(1)

Description: Staff assigned to specific children

Noncompliance Area: 2nd CITATION. PREVIOUSLY CITED ON 2/28/24. At approximately 3:12 PM, 3 young school-aged children were observed walking down the hallway to the bathroom alone without a staff person with them. Staff #1 stood in the cafeteria doorway watching the 3 children go down the hallway to the bathroom alone. At 3:08 PM, 7 YSA children were observed entering the cafeteria with no staff members present for approximately 1 minute, until Staff #1 entered the cafeteria.

Correction Required: Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Supervision was corrected on site on 3/12/24 once Staff #1 returned to the Cafetera with all of the children. The site director has conducted a meeting with staff. The agenda pertained to supervision strategies. Staff person #1 will now be responsible for all children from 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade. Staff #2 will be responsible for all children from Kindergarten to 1st grade.
2024-03-12 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.113(a)(1) - Staff assigned to specific children Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(a)(1)

Description: Staff assigned to specific children

Noncompliance Area: 2nd CITATION. PREVIOUSLY CITED ON 2/28/24. At approximately 3:12 PM, 3 young school-aged children were observed walking down the hallway to the bathroom alone without a staff person with them. Staff #1 stood in the cafeteria doorway watching the 3 children go down the hallway to the bathroom alone. At 3:08 PM, 7 YSA children were observed entering the cafeteria with no staff members present for approximately 1 minute, until Staff #1 entered the cafeteria.

Correction Required: *The legal entity shall develop and implement a tangible, identification system for each staff to identify the specific children in their supervisory group. All staff will utilize the identification method appropriately at all times while supervising children. The planned identification system must be submitted to the Regional Office for review and utilized by all staff for a minimum of 3 months after submission of the acceptable plan. Implementation should occur in the current school year and should resume when the program re-opens for the 2024-2025 School Year. Multiple unannounced inspections may be used to assess compliance.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A name tag system has been implemented and will be utilized by all staff for a minimum of 3 months. Implementation will occur in the current school year and will resume when the program reopens for the 2024-2025 school year. Staff are responsible for specific children at all times.
2024-03-12 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.134(a) - Child's hands washed Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.134(a)

Description: Child's hands washed

Noncompliance Area: The children were observed eating snack without washing their hands prior to eating.

Correction Required: A staff person shall ensure that a child's hands are washed before meals and snacks, after toileting and after being diapered.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Children are now required to wash hands before and after eating and after toileting.
2024-03-12 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.14/3270.21 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: SECOND CITATION previously cited 12/11/23: Staff #2 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #2 has not completed the following pre-service trainings required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Pediatric first-aid/CPR training from a PQAS approved trainer and a PQAS approved curriculum.

Correction Required: A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations. State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. Until such time as the required pre-service trainings are completed, staff person #2 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an AGS who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise staff person #2, staff person #2 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff #2 received her Red Cross Certificate of Completion on 3/8/24 for Adult CPR/AED, Pediatric CPR and Frist Aid. Certificate was send to the Inspector on March 19.
2024-03-12 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.51 - Similar Age Level Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.51

Description: Similar Age Level

Noncompliance Area: 2nd CITATION: PREVIOUSLY CITED ON 2/28/24. At approximately 3:12 PM, 3 young school-aged children were observed walking down the hallway to the bathroom alone without a staff person with them. Staff #1 stood in the cafeteria doorway watching the 3 children go down the hallway to the bathroom alone.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Ratio was corrected on 3/12/24 once Staff #1 returned to Cafeteria with all children. Staff person #1 and #2 attended and completed supervision training on 5/8 with certified PQAS trainer Deborah Lanzo. Staff have ensured to follow DHS regulations regarding ratio.
2024-03-12 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.51 - Similar Age Level Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.51

Description: Similar Age Level

Noncompliance Area: 2nd CITATION: PREVIOUSLY CITED ON 2/28/24. At approximately 3:12 PM, 3 young school-aged children were observed walking down the hallway to the bathroom alone without a staff person with them. Staff #1 stood in the cafeteria doorway watching the 3 children go down the hallway to the bathroom alone.

Correction Required: *The legal entity must have all staff, including the director, complete in-person training conducted by the ELRC #5 regarding ratio and supervision of children. Proof of attendance will be submitted to the Western Regional office.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person #1 and #2 have both completed the in-person training conducted by the ELRC #5 regarding ratio and supervision of children with trainer Deborah Lanzo. The trainer has submitted evidence of our attendance at the training.
2024-03-12 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.52 - Mixed Age Level Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.52

Description: Mixed Age Level

Noncompliance Area: 2nd CITATION PREVIOUSLY CITED ON 2/28/24. At 3:08 PM, 7 Older and Younger school-aged children were observed entering the cafeteria with no staff members present for approximately 1 minute, until Staff #1 entered the cafeteria.

Correction Required: When children are grouped in mixed age levels, the age of the youngest child in the group determines the staff:child ratio and maximum group size in accordance with the requirements in § 3270.51 (relating to similar age level).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Ratio was corrected on 3/12/24 once Staff #1 entered the Cafeteria. The site director immediate began shutting each door to the room prior to care starting. These doors lock and remain locked until a school faculty member with a key card scans the key pad. Additionally, a systemic structure has been added, where the children put away all of their items, and use the restroom and wash their hands for snack immediately after being picked up. This eliminates some of the "down time" in which unacceptable behaviors had occurred. The staff director has also implemented a more regimented routine in which the entire group reviews the rules, including: "Stay within the designated area both inside and outside", and "Ask before leaving the space, even for the restroom. All children must be supervised".
2024-02-28 Renewal 3270.113(a) - Supervised at all times Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(a)

Description: Supervised at all times

Noncompliance Area: * On 2-28-24 at approximately 4:16 p.m. in the cafeteria with a total of 10 children in care with staff person #1 and #2, an older school-age child was observed leaving the cafeteria to go to the bathroom located in the hallway and entered the hallway alone without a staff person present to supervise the child. The older school-age child was in the hallway for approximately 30 seconds before staff person #1 and #2 entered the hallway with the other 9 school-age children to supervise the child.

Correction Required: Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All remaining children were gathered and taken by Staff 1 and Staff 2 to the bathroom to reunite with the child who originally exited the room unaccompanied.
2024-02-28 Renewal 3270.113(a) - Supervised at all times Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(a)

Description: Supervised at all times

Noncompliance Area: * * On 2-28-24 at approximately 4:16 p.m. in the cafeteria with a total of 10 children in care with staff person #1 and #2, an older school-age child was observed leaving the cafeteria to go to the bathroom located in the hallway and entered the hallway alone without a staff person present to supervise the child. The older school-age child was in the hallway for approximately 30 seconds before staff person #1 and #2 entered the hallway with the other 9 school-age children to supervise the child.

Correction Required: The legal entity must have all staff, including the director, complete in-person training conducted by the ELRC #5 regarding ratio and supervision of children. Proof of attendance will be submitted to the Western Regional office.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A scheduled supervision training was planned for 5./8/24 (4:30-6:30 PM) by the Western Regional Office and attended by all Staff.
2024-02-28 Renewal 3270.113(a) - Supervised at all times Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(a)

Description: Supervised at all times

Noncompliance Area: * * * On 2-28-24 at approximately 4:16 p.m. in the cafeteria with a total of 10 children in care with staff person #1 and #2, an older school-age child was observed leaving the cafeteria to go to the bathroom located in the hallway and entered the hallway alone without a staff person present to supervise the child. The older school-age child was in the hallway for approximately 30 seconds before staff person #1 and #2 entered the hallway with the other 9 school-age children to supervise the child.

Correction Required: The facility director will participate in a minimum of two on-site visits with a representative of the ELRC #5 for technical assistance during program hours for program observation and suggestions for improvement regarding environmental/space designs/scheduling concerns that would affect compliance with the regulations regarding supervision/ratio. Proof of participation in two sessions will be submitted to the Western Regional office.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Onsite visits occurred on April 10 and May 7 by ELRC Quality Coach. Summaries were sent to the YMCA after each visit and were then forwarded to the inspector.
2024-02-28 Renewal 3270.113(a)(1) - Staff assigned to specific children Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(a)(1)

Description: Staff assigned to specific children

Noncompliance Area: On 2-28-24 at approximately 4:16 p.m. in the cafeteria with a total of 10 children in care with staff person #1 and #2, an older school-age child was observed leaving the cafeteria to go to the bathroom located in the hallway and entered the hallway alone without a staff person present to supervise the child. The older school-age child was in the hallway for approximately 30 seconds before staff person #1 and #2 entered the hallway with the other 9 school-age children to supervise the child.

Correction Required: Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The site director immediately began to review these specific rules daily with that child and with the group as a whole, "Stay within the designated area both inside and outside" and "Ask before leaving the space, even for the restroom. All children must be supervised." The staff director implemented a system where staff person #1 is responsible for the 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade children, and staff #2 is responsible for all Kindergarten and 1st grade children.
2024-02-28 Renewal 3270.123(a)(2) - Date fee to be paid Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(2)

Description: Date fee to be paid

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #3 had an agreement that lacked 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Mistake found, and corrected. The fee has been added.
2024-02-28 Renewal 3270.123(a)(6) - Admission date Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(6)

Description: Admission date

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #2 had an agreement that lacked the child's admission date.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Mistake found and corrected. The admission date has been added.
2024-02-28 Renewal 3270.124(b)(2) - Physician name, address, phone Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(2)

Description: Physician name, address, phone

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #2 had an emergency contact form that lacked the name of the child's physician. The file for child #3 had an emergency contact form that lacked the address and telephone number of the child's physician.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Child #2: The name of the child's physician has been added. Child #3: The address and telephone number of the child's physician has been added.
2024-02-28 Renewal 3270.124(b)(6) - Insurance coverage information Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(6)

Description: Insurance coverage information

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #1 had an emergency contact form that lacked the name of the health insurance and the policy number. The file for child #3 had an emergency contact form that lacked the name of the health insurance.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The information was obtained from the parents and immediately added to the form, completing the required information as required by DHS.
2024-02-28 Renewal 3270.151(a) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(a)

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

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #1 lacked a current health assessment updated within the last 24 months. The file for staff person #3 had an initial health assessment that was dated after the staff person provided initial service in a child care setting at the facility.

Correction Required: A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff persons 1 and 3 have submitted the correct health assessments and will be retested every 24 months as required by DHS.
2024-02-28 Renewal 3270.151(c)(2) - Mantoux TB Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(c)(2)

Description: Mantoux TB

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #3 had a tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method that was dated after initial employment at the facility.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person 3 has submitted the correct tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method and will be retested every 24 months as required by DHS.
2024-02-28 Renewal 3270.182(3)/3270.182(5) - Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.182(3)/3270.182(5)

Description: Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #3 had an emergency contact form that lacked signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child and signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.

Correction Required: A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission. A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
For Child #3, the emergency contact information that was missing has been recovered. The parental consent for emergency medical care and administration for minor first-aid procedures by facility staff has been acquired.
2024-02-28 Renewal 3270.25(a) - Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.25(a)

Description: Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations

Noncompliance Area: The facility's current certificate of compliance was not posted in a conspicuous location used by parents. The parent of each enrolled child was not provided with the phone number and instructions for contacting the Western regional child care office.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The certificate of compliance and phone number for contacting the Western regional child care office has since been placed in a conspicuous location during care hours.
2024-02-28 Renewal 3270.31(e)(4)(ii) - Fire safety - 1 yr. Non Compliant - Finalized

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

Description: Fire safety - 1 yr.

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #1 had fire safety training that exceeded a year between trainings.

Correction Required: Staff persons shall participate, at least annually, in firesafety training conducted by a fire protection professional. Staff persons and volunteers shall receive training in maintenance of smoke detectors, the duties of facility persons during a fire drill and during a fire and the use of the facility's fire extinguishers, not including discharge of the fire suppressant agent.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All staff persons will attend and complete an annual fire safety training conducted by a fire protection professional. This will include training in maintenance of smoke detectors, the duties of a facility person during a fire drill and during a fire, including the use of a fire extinguisher.
2024-02-28 Renewal 3270.31(f) - Health and Safety Training Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(f)

Description: Health and Safety Training

Noncompliance Area: Staff person #2 completed the following required pre-service training on 3-8-24 that was over 90 days after their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric first-aid/CPR training.

Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
For all instances in the future, staff persons will complete pre-service trainings within the required time frame.
2024-02-28 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: * 2ND CITATION: Previously on 12-11-23, the file for staff person #2 lacked an NSOR verification certificate or verification of application for the NSOR verification certificate at their start date to be a provisional hire and required a current NSOR verification certificate. After 12-11-23, staff person #2 was not able to work in a child care position until the NSOR verification certificate was received. On 2-28-24, staff person #2 was observed in care with children and identified 5 school-age children in their group that they were supervising. Staff person #2 was previously removed from a child care position on 12-11-23 for not having an NSOR verification certificate on file. According to staff statements, staff person #2 continued to work as a staff person in a child care position at the facility after 12-11-23 until being removed from working in a child care position on 2-28-24 until the NSOR verification certificate was received. The file for staff person #1 had an FBI clearance dated 3-14-19 and lacked a current FBI clearance updated within the last 60 months. The file for staff person #3 had a Department of Education FBI clearance dated 8-31-22 and lacked a DHS FBI clearance at their start date and requires a current DHS FBI clearance. The file for staff person #3 had a child abuse clearance and an NSOR verification certificate that were dated after their start date. PREVIOUSLY CITED ON 12-11-23.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Staff Person #1, Staff Person #2, and Staff Person #3 may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff persons 1, 2, and 3, were removed from their childcare positions until all clearances and required paperwork were updated and received to meet CPSL standards. The VPFY Childcare hiring policy was sent for approval on May 6, 2024.
2024-02-28 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: * * 2ND CITATION: Previously on 12-11-23, the file for staff person #2 lacked an NSOR verification certificate or verification of application for the NSOR verification certificate at their start date to be a provisional hire and required a current NSOR verification certificate. After 12-11-23, staff person #2 was not able to work in a child care position until the NSOR verification certificate was received. On 2-28-24, staff person #2 was observed in care with children and identified 5 school-age children in their group that they were supervising. Staff person #2 was previously removed from a child care position on 12-11-23 for not having an NSOR verification certificate on file. According to staff statements, staff person #2 continued to work as a staff person in a child care position at the facility after 12-11-23 until being removed from working in a child care position on 2-28-24 until the NSOR verification certificate was received. The file for staff person #1 had an FBI clearance dated 3-14-19 and lacked a current FBI clearance updated within the last 60 months. The file for staff person #3 had a Department of Education FBI clearance dated 8-31-22 and lacked a DHS FBI clearance at their start date and requires a current DHS FBI clearance. The file for staff person #3 had a child abuse clearance and an NSOR verification certificate that were dated after their start date. PREVIOUSLY CITED ON 12-11-23.

Correction Required: The legal entity must develop and provide a method to ensure that all new hires meet the CPSL requirements in order to be employed as a facility person at the facility. This method will be submitted to the Western Regional office upon completion.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The VPFY Childcare hiring policy was sent to the inspector for approval on May 6, 2024.
2024-02-28 Renewal 3270.51 - Similar Age Level Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.51

Description: Similar Age Level

Noncompliance Area: On 2-28-24 at approximately 4:16 p.m. in the cafeteria with a total of 10 children in care with staff person #1 and #2, an older school-age child was observed leaving the cafeteria to go to the bathroom located in the hallway and entered the hallway alone without a staff person present to supervise the child, resulting in a 0:1 staff to child ratio. The older school-age child was in the hallway for approximately 30 seconds before staff person #1 and #2 entered the hallway with the other 9 school-age children to supervise the child.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All remaining children were gathered and taken by Staff 1 and Staff 2 to the bathroom to reunite with the child who originally exited the room unaccompanied.
2023-12-11 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.14/3270.21 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: Staff person #2 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #2 has not completed the following pre-service trainings required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Pediatric first-aid/CPR training from a PQAS approved trainer and a PQAS approved curriculum, Health and Safety Training in the topics of 3270.31(f)(1-9).

Correction Required: A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations. State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. Until such time as the required pre-service trainings are completed, staff person #2 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an AGS who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise staff person #2, staff person #2 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff Member #2 will acquire required CPR Training and will not be unsupervised with children until training is complete.
2023-12-11 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.151(a) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(a)

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

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #2 lacked a health assessment prior to providing initial service in a child care setting at the facility and requires a current health assessment.

Correction Required: A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff member has acquired the necessary health assessment and added it to the file
2023-12-11 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.151(c)(2) - Mantoux TB Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(c)(2)

Description: Mantoux TB

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #2 lacked a tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment and requires a current tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff member has acquired the necessary health assessment and added it to the file.
2023-12-11 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.31(e)(4)(i) - Age and Training Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(e)(4)(i)

Description: Age and Training

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #1 had current pediatric first-aid and CPR training with a completion date of 7-3-23 that was after the May 2023 expiration of the prior training.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff member will complete required new certification on or before expiration date.
2023-12-11 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #2 lacked a disclosure statement and lacked an NSOR verification certificate or verification of application for the NSOR verification certificate at their start date to be a provisional hire and requires a current NSOR verification certificate.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Necessary documents have been completed and added to staff person's file. Staff person #2 did not return to a child care position at the facility until the NSOR verification certificate was received.
2023-12-11 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii) - Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii)

Description: Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #2, functioning as a staff person, lacked verification of education/experience to qualify as a staff person.

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.)
Required information will be acquired from staff person and added to file. Staff member will not be in care until required documents have been added to file.
2023-12-11 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.52 - Mixed Age Level Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.52

Description: Mixed Age Level

Noncompliance Area: On 12-11-23 at approximately 3:13 p.m., staff person #1 was observed supervising a total of 17 school-age children, including 14 young school-age children and 3 older school-age children, resulting in staff person #1 being out of ratio.

Correction Required: When children are grouped in mixed age levels, the age of the youngest child in the group determines the staff:child ratio and maximum group size in accordance with the requirements in § 3270.51 (relating to similar age level).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person 1 and the inspector discussed that some kids would go to Staff person 2's classroom and wait for the rest of the school to be dismissed, so that Staff person 1 is not out of ratio.
2023-12-11 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.54(a) - Two facility persons present in facility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.54(a)

Description: Two facility persons present in facility

Noncompliance Area: According to staff statements, there was one staff person present at the facility with multiple children in care without a second staff person/facility person present. This occurred on multiple occasions at least 2-3 times weekly from September to November 2023.

Correction Required: At least two facility persons shall be present in the facility when two or more children are in care. At a minimum, one of the facility persons shall be a staff person.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A second staff member has been hired.
2023-02-09 Renewal 3270.124(b)(6) - Insurance coverage information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(6)

Description: Insurance coverage information

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #2 had an emergency contact form that lacked the name of the health insurance and the 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
In the file for child #2, the name of the health insurance and policy number have been acquired.
2023-02-09 Renewal 3270.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(7)

Description: Name/address/phone release person

Noncompliance Area: The files for child #2 and #3 had an emergency contact form that 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 file for child #2 has been updated with current addresses. The file for child #3 will be completed today if the child is in attendance today.
2023-02-09 Renewal 3270.131(a)/3270.182(1) - Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(a)/3270.182(1)

Description: Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #1, a school-age child, lacked an initial health assessment within 60 days of the child's first day of attendance at the facility and requires a current health assessment.

Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent of an enrolled child, including a child, a foster child and a relative of an operator or a facility person, to provide an initial health report no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility. A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The health report for child #1 has been attained.
2023-02-09 Renewal 3270.131(d)(5) - Immunization record Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(d)(5)

Description: Immunization record

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #1, a school-age child, lacked an immunization record.

Correction Required: A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The immunization record for child #1 has been attained.
2023-02-09 Renewal 3270.14/3270.21 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: Staff person #1, with a start date prior to 10-4-22, had the Pennsylvania Health and Safety Update 2022 Training dated 2-15-23 that was not completed by 12-30-22 as required. (See LIS CODE SHEET)

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff #1 was informed of the lack of training regarding Health and Safety update 2022 training, and they promptly completed the training.
2023-02-09 Renewal 3270.18(a) - On file at facility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.18(a)

Description: On file at facility

Noncompliance Area: The facility had an insurance policy that lacked documentation of having comprehensive general liability insurance to cover the persons who are on the premises.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The director will promptly locate the appropriate documentation regarding the comprehensive general liability insurance.
2023-02-09 Renewal 3270.182(5) - Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.182(5)

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

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #3 had an emergency contact form that lacked signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.

Correction Required: A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The file for child #3 has been updated and parental consent for administration of minor first aid has been attained.
2023-02-09 Renewal 3270.27(a)(6) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(a)(6)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: The facility lacked documentation on file of an emergency drill being conducted within the last year.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
An emergency drill will be conducted on 3/7/23.
2023-02-09 Renewal 3270.27(c) - Training regarding plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(c)

Description: Training regarding plan

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #2 had emergency plan training that exceeded a year between trainings.

Correction Required: The operator shall assure that each facility person receives training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment, on an annual basis and at the time of each plan update. The operator shall document the date of each training and the names of all facility persons who received the training and kept on file at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The director will utilize the checklist to ensure all future staff person receives the emergency plan training. Emergency plan training is now updated for staff person #2.
2023-02-09 Renewal 3270.27(f) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(f)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: The operator lacked documentation of sending a copy of the updated emergency plan to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.

Correction Required: The operator shall send a copy of the emergency plan and subsequent plan updates to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A copy will immediately be sent to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.
2023-02-09 Renewal 3270.31(f) - Health and Safety Training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(f)

Description: Health and Safety Training

Noncompliance Area: Staff person #2 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Approved Health and Safety Training in the topics of 3270.31(f)(1-9).

Correction Required: Staff person(s) shall complete professional development in the topics of 3270.31(f)(1-10) within 90 days of hire. Staff person #2 will have until 3-16-23 to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #2 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an AGS who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff available to supervise staff person #2, staff person #2 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The required training will be completed by staff person #2.
2022-02-15 Renewal 3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2) - Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2)

Description: Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates

Noncompliance Area: The files for child # 4 and 5 lacked the date of admission on the agreement form.

Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission.A child's record shall contain the dates of application, admission and withdrawal of the child.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The correct admission dates have been added to the agreement forms.
2022-02-15 Renewal 3270.124(b)(3) - Parent home/work address, phone Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(3)

Description: Parent home/work address, phone

Noncompliance Area: The file for child # 5 lacked the work address of the enrolling parent on the emergency contact form.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The work address for the parent of child #5 will be added upon communication with the parent either in person at pick up or via phone call.
2022-02-15 Renewal 3270.124(b)(5) - Information re: special needs Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(5)

Description: Information re: special needs

Noncompliance Area: The file for child # 2 lacked the information on the child's special needs, on the disabilities information on the emergency contact form.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant or CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The parent of child #2 will be contacted regarding the child's special needs and disabilities information. That information will then be transferred to the child's emergency contact form.
2022-02-15 Renewal 3270.124(b)(6) - Insurance coverage information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(6)

Description: Insurance coverage information

Noncompliance Area: The file for child # 3 lacked the child's health insurance coverage and policy number on the emergency contact form.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The director will send a reminder to the parent to bring in the information at parent pick up, however a phone call will also be utilized to obtain the information at the parents convenience.
2022-02-15 Renewal 3270.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(7)

Description: Name/address/phone release person

Noncompliance Area: The files for child #2, 3 and 4 lacked the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released on the emergency contact form.

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 director will notify parents of the required information. Reminders in person, and by phone call will be utilized to obtain information.
2022-02-15 Renewal 3270.131(a)(4) - Initial health report for school age; accordance with school attendance Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(a)(4)

Description: Initial health report for school age; accordance with school attendance

Noncompliance Area: The files for child # 1,4 and 5 lacked the initial health report for a school -age.

Correction Required: The initial health report for a school-age child must be dated in accordance with the requirements for medical examinations for school attendance in 28 Pa. Code § 23.2 (relating to medical examinations).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Parents will be notified of the urgency that health reports must be turned in promptly or child care services may be interrupted.
2022-02-15 Renewal 3270.151(a) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(a)

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

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #1 contained a current health assessment dated 1/15/22. It was not obtained within 24 months of the previous assessment dated 5/15/19.

Correction Required: A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The Director will obtain the health assessment that was used in between assessment dates.
2022-02-15 Renewal 3270.31(e)(4)(i) - Age and Training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(e)(4)(i)

Description: Age and Training

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #1 has a current pediatric first-aid and pediatric CPR certification dated 10/22/21-10/22/23. The certification was not renewed prior to the expiration of the previous certification dated 5/12/19-5/12/21.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
An online pediatric first aid and CPR training was utilized during the period of 5/12/21-10/22/21 due to lack of availability of in person trainings because of the COVID restrictions.

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Will ChildcareCenter pass a message on to a provider for me?

No. ChildcareCenter only provides information, so enrolment questions, tuition questions and job enquiries need to go to the provider directly using the contact details on their listing. We cannot forward them and we cannot share contact details a provider has not published.

I run a daycare — how do I correct or remove my listing?

Use suggest an update on your listing to correct any detail, or claim the listing to manage it yourself. If you have closed or no longer provide care, contact us and we will update the listing to show that.

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