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Veronica Bowman

York, PA · York County
E COTTAGE PL, York, PA 17401
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Quick Facts

Capacity
6 children
Languages
English, English
Subsidized Program
Participates
State Rating
1

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Contact Information

📞 (717) 843-0534
E COTTAGE PL
York, PA 17401
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✓ Licensed Family Child Care
Active License
License Number
CER-00252935
License Issued
May 19, 2026
Active Through
May 19, 2027
Issued By
Pennsylvania Department of Education and Public Welfare
District Office
Early Learning Resource Center for Region 10

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VERONICA BOWMAN is a Family Child Care in YORK PA, with a maximum capacity of 6 children. It is open Monday - Sunday, 6:00 AM - 6:00 AM. The provider also participates in a subsidized child care program.

Hours of Operation

  • Monday6:00 AM - 6:00 AM
  • Tuesday6:00 AM - 6:00 AM
  • Wednesday6:00 AM - 6:00 AM
  • Thursday6:00 AM - 6:00 AM
  • Friday6:00 AM - 6:00 AM
  • Saturday 6:00 AM - 6:00 AM
  • Sunday 6:00 AM - 6:00 AM

Inspection/Report History

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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2026-02-12 Renewal 3290.123(a) - Signed Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.123(a)

Description: Signed

Noncompliance Area: Child #2 agreement was not signed by a parent.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
My plan of correction is to review documents when received from parent to make sure all questions are completed. Child #2 agreement is now signed by a parent.
2026-02-12 Renewal 3290.123(a)(1) - Amount of fee Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.123(a)(1)

Description: Amount of fee

Noncompliance Area: Child #2 agreement did not specify the amount of the fee to be charged.

Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
My plan of correction is to review documents when received from parent to make sure all questions are completed. Child #2 agreement now specifies the fee amount.
2026-02-12 Renewal 3290.123(a)(5) - Designated release persons Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.123(a)(5)

Description: Designated release persons

Noncompliance Area: Child #2 agreement does not specify 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.)
My plan of correction is to review form once received from parent. Child #2 agreement now specifies the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
2026-02-12 Renewal 3290.123(a)(6)/3290.182(2) - Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.123(a)(6)/3290.182(2)

Description: Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates

Noncompliance Area: Child #2 agreement does not specify the date of the child's admission.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
My plan of correction will be to review form once received from parent to make sure all questions are answered correctly on form. Child #2 agreement now specifies the date of the child's admission.
2026-02-12 Renewal 3290.124(b)(6) - Insurance coverage information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.124(b)(6)

Description: Insurance coverage information

Noncompliance Area: Child #2 emergency contact does not include policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
My plan of correction is reviewing forms to make sure all information on form are answered to its entirety. Child #2 emergency contact now includes a policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits.
2026-02-12 Renewal 3290.131(c) - Written and signed by physician, PA, CRNP. Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.131(c)

Description: Written and signed by physician, PA, CRNP.

Noncompliance Area: Child #3 physical does not include a signature by a physician, physician's assistant or a CRNP.

Correction Required: A health report must be written and signed by a physician, physician's assistant or a CRNP. The signature must include the individual's professional title.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
My plan of correction is to review forms once received from parent and make sure all questions are answered and form has parent signature. Child #3 physical now includes a signature by a physician, physician's assistant or a CRNP.
2026-02-12 Renewal 3290.181(c) - Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.181(c)

Description: Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

Noncompliance Area: Child #1 did not have documentation of the financial agreement updated in the past 6 months. Last updated 10.1.2024.

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.)
My plan of correction is to review necessary paperwork/forms every Six months with parents. Child #1 now has documentation of an updated financial agreement.
2026-02-12 Renewal 3290.73(c) - Has all items Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.73(c)

Description: Has all items

Noncompliance Area: During the time of inspection, the first aid kit was missing nonporous gloves. (Corrected on site)

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.)
My plan of action will be to check first aid kit quarterly to make sure all necessary items are in kit. Also replace any items.
2025-02-25 Renewal 3290.105(a) - Clean, age appropriate Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.105(a)

Description: Clean, age appropriate

Noncompliance Area: During the time of inspection, the pack & play was not labeled with the child's name. - Corrected on site

Correction Required: Individual, clean, age-appropriate rest equipment shall be provided for preschool, toddler and infant children as agreed between the parent and the operator. The rest equipment must be labeled with the child's name and used only by the named child while enrolled in the program.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The pack & play was labeled with the child's name on it at the time of inspection.
2025-02-25 Renewal 3290.123(a)(4) - Arrival/departure times Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.123(a)(4)

Description: Arrival/departure times

Noncompliance Area: Child #1 fee agreement did not include the child's departure time.

Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the child's arrival and departure times.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Child #1 fee agreement now includes the child's departure time.
2025-02-25 Renewal 3290.123(a)(5) - Designated release persons Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.123(a)(5)

Description: Designated release persons

Noncompliance Area: Child #1 and child #3 fee agreement did not specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Child #1 and child #3 fee agreements now specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
2025-02-25 Renewal 3290.124(b)(4)/3290.182(3) - Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.124(b)(4)/3290.182(3)

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

Noncompliance Area: Child #1 emergency contact information did not include the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care. A child's record must 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.)
Child #1 emergency contact information now includes the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care.
2025-02-25 Renewal 3290.124(b)(6) - Insurance coverage information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.124(b)(6)

Description: Insurance coverage information

Noncompliance Area: Child #1 emergency contact information did not include health insurance coverage or policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Child #1 emergency contact information now includes health insurance coverage or policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits.
2025-02-25 Renewal 3290.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.124(b)(7)

Description: Name/address/phone release person

Noncompliance Area: Child #1 emergency contract information did not include 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.)
Child #1 emergency contract information now includes the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
2025-02-25 Renewal 3290.131(b)(2) - Updated toddler/preschool health report: every 12 months Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.131(b)(2)

Description: Updated toddler/preschool health report: every 12 months

Noncompliance Area: Child #2 and child #3 did not have an updated health report on file within the last 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Child #2 and child #3 now have an updated health report on file.
2025-02-25 Renewal 3290.182(5) - Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.182(5)

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

Noncompliance Area: Child #1 emergency contact information did not include parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.

Correction Required: A child's record must 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.)
Child #1 emergency contact information now includes parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.
2025-02-25 Renewal 3290.32(a)/3290.192(3) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.32(a)/3290.192(3)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: Documentation on file for facility person #1 did not include an updated NSOR certificate. The NSOR certificate expired on 1.30.2025.

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 cannot be in the home during childcare hours until all updated clearances have been received.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Facility person #1 was not present when children were in care until clearance was received. Facility person #1 received an updated NSOR certificate on 3.18.2025.
2025-02-25 Renewal 3290.64(a) - Locked or inaccessible - in original container Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.64(a)

Description: Locked or inaccessible - in original container

Noncompliance Area: During the time of inspection, diapering wipes labeled "keep out of reach of children" were under the changing table accessible to children. - Corrected on site

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Diapering wipes labeled "keep out of reach of children" were moved to make them inaccessible to children at the time of inspection.
2025-02-25 Renewal 3290.75(a) - No peeling paint or plaster Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.75(a)

Description: No peeling paint or plaster

Noncompliance Area: As you walk out of the kitchen door, into the outdoor play space, chipped and peeling blue paint was observed accessible to the children.

Correction Required: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The chipped and peeling blue paint will be fixed be the end of March.
2024-02-27 Renewal 3290.102(e) - Infant/toddler - no material less than 1 inch Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.102(e)

Description: Infant/toddler - no material less than 1 inch

Noncompliance Area: Mulch and small white rocks with a diameter of less than 1 inch were used in the outdoor play space.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I will put up safety gates to keep children out of designated areas to correct violation.
2024-02-27 Renewal 3290.103 - Small Toys and Objects Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.103

Description: Small Toys and Objects

Noncompliance Area: Plastic bags and batteries were accessible to children in the outdoor play space. Plastic bags were also present and accessible to children in the upstairs play space.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Removed plastic bags and batteries and stored out of reach of children was the correction.
2024-02-27 Renewal 3290.123(a)(3) - Services provided Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.123(a)(3)

Description: Services provided

Noncompliance Area: Child #1, #2, #3, #4, and #5 did not have a child service report on file.

Correction Required: An agreement shall specify 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 at § 3290.124(e).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I have completed child service reports, parents have signed, and have copies. Copies are on file.
2024-02-27 Renewal 3290.124(b)(3) - Parent home/work address, phone Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.124(b)(3)

Description: Parent home/work address, phone

Noncompliance Area: Child #2 did not have a work address and telephone number of the enrolling parent.

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.)
I corrected the violation by having the parent complete the missing information.
2024-02-27 Renewal 3290.124(b)(6) - Insurance coverage information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.124(b)(6)

Description: Insurance coverage information

Noncompliance Area: Child #4 did not have health insurance coverage and policy number listed on the emergency contact form. Child #5 did not have the policy number listed 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.)
Make sure all required information is included on emergency contact form. The health insurance information is on file for child #4 and child #5.
2024-02-27 Renewal 3290.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.124(b)(7)

Description: Name/address/phone release person

Noncompliance Area: Child #4 did not have a full address listed 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 violation was completed by having parent complete address on form.
2024-02-27 Renewal 3290.131(d)(1) - Child's health history Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.131(d)(1)

Description: Child's health history

Noncompliance Area: Child #3 did not have a name on the health history form.

Correction Required: A health report shall include a review of the child's health history.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I had parent complete information on form is how the violation was corrected.
2024-02-27 Renewal 3290.134(a)/3290.152 - Child's hands washed/Adult Hygiene Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.134(a)/3290.152

Description: Child's hands washed/Adult Hygiene

Noncompliance Area: It was observed that a wipe was used before meals and snacks, after toileting and after being diapered. Children and staff hands were not washed as required.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I will be using soap and water to ensure children and staff hands are cleaned and using proper handwashing.
2024-02-27 Renewal 3290.18 - General Health and Safety Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.18

Description: General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: Shoulder straps were not used properly on the highchair and child was observed standing in the chair while Staff #1 was changing a diaper in a different room. DHS representative secured the child in the highchair.

Correction Required: 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.)
I corrected the violation be tightening the straps to secure the child in the highchair.
2024-02-27 Renewal 3290.24(b) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.24(b)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: Staff person #1 did not have documentation that the emergency plan was reviewed annually.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
My plan of correction is to review and update emergency plan and date the day I review the plan.
2024-02-27 Renewal 3290.31(f)/3290.192(4) - Age and training/Required training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.31(f)/3290.192(4)

Description: Age and training/Required training

Noncompliance Area: Staff person #1 did not have documentation of 12 clock hours of child care training.

Correction Required: A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training. A facility person's record shall include records of training required by the Department.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I completed the necessary training requirements by the department.
2024-02-27 Renewal 3290.63 - Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.63

Description: Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less

Noncompliance Area: Two protective receptacle covers were not on the outlet located in the main play space. Corrected on site.

Correction Required: Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I corrected the violation by placing 2 protestive covers in the outlet.
2024-02-27 Renewal 3290.64(a) - Locked or inaccessible - in original container Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.64(a)

Description: Locked or inaccessible - in original container

Noncompliance Area: A bucket of rat poison was located in the backyard play space, accessible to children. Room spray that was labeled "keep out of reach of children" was located in the bathroom that was accessible to children. Corrected on site.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I will be more aware of the outside surrounding area to check daily. I corrected by storing in an area inaccessible to children.
2024-02-27 Renewal 3290.74(a) - Requirements Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.74(a)

Description: Requirements

Noncompliance Area: In the play space upstairs, there was a large hole in the plaster wall. The mat on the floor in the upstairs play space was ripped and peeling.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I replaced carpet with new area rug. I also replaced hole in wall.
2024-02-27 Renewal 3290.75(a) - No peeling paint or plaster Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.75(a)

Description: No peeling paint or plaster

Noncompliance Area: As you walk out of the kitchen door, into the outdoor play space, chipped and peeling blue paint was observed accessible to the children.

Correction Required: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Paint has been sanded and repainted.
2024-02-27 Renewal 3290.95(a)/3290.95(b) - System in compliance/Operator or designated staff responsibility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.95(a)/3290.95(b)

Description: System in compliance/Operator or designated staff responsibility

Noncompliance Area: Documentation shows that fire drill testing was not completed every 30 days. 5/5/2023 - 6/5/2023 7/5/2023 - 8/5/2023 8/5/2023 - 9/5/2023 9/5/2023 - 10/6/2023 12/5/2023 - 1/5/2023 1/5/2023 - 2/5/2023

Correction Required: Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)). The operator or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements in § 3290.95(a) are met.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I will complete fire drills every 30 days to stay in compliance.
2023-02-01 Renewal 3290.131(e)/3290.131(e)(2)(i) - Immunization record/Religious belief/strong personal objection Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.131(e)/3290.131(e)(2)(i)

Description: Immunization record/Religious belief/strong personal objection

Noncompliance Area: Upon inspection of the children's files, it was found that no influenza vaccination was on record for child #1, #2 or #3. It was found that no valid exemption document was on file for each child as well.

Correction Required: The facility may not accept or retain an infant 2 months of age or older, a toddler or a preschool child at the facility for more than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility unless the parent provides written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of the dates (month, day and year) the child was administered immunizations in accordance with the recommendations of the ACIP. Exemption from immunization for religious belief or strong personal objection equated to a religious belief shall be documented by a written, signed and dated statement from the child's parent or guardian. The statement shall be kept in the child's record.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
To maintain all children's vaccination records according to recommendations of ACIP. Provider has the accepted records on file at this time.
2023-02-01 Renewal 3290.64(a) - Locked or inaccessible - in original container Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.64(a)

Description: Locked or inaccessible - in original container

Noncompliance Area: Upon inspection of the physical site childcare area, it was found that spray disinfectants were accessible to children on the kitchen counter, as well as near the diaper changing station.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Placed disinfectant & cleaning supplies in locked cabinet.
2023-02-01 Renewal 3290.73(c) - Has all items Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.73(c)

Description: Has all items

Noncompliance Area: Upon inspection of the facility first aid kit, it was found that tweezers and soap were missing.

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.)
Placed soap & tweezers in first aid kit.
2022-02-09 Renewal 3290.105(a) - Clean, age appropriate Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.105(a)

Description: Clean, age appropriate

Noncompliance Area: It was observed that, although the rest equipment was labeled, a child other than the one on the label was using the rest equipment to nap.

Correction Required: (a) Individual, clean, age-appropriate rest equipment shall be provided for preschool, toddler and infant children as agreed between the parent and the operator. The rest equipment must be labeled with the child's name and used only by the named child while enrolled in the program.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The rest equipment will remain labeled and will only be used by the child on the label.
2022-02-09 Renewal 3290.111(b) - Posted in area used by parents Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.111(b)

Description: Posted in area used by parents

Noncompliance Area: The written plan of daily activities and routines was not posted in a traffic area used by parents.

Correction Required: The written plan of daily activities and routines shall be posted in a traffic area used by parents.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Posted the written plan of daily activities in an area used by parents.
2022-02-09 Renewal 3290.113(a) - Supervised at all times Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.113(a)

Description: Supervised at all times

Noncompliance Area: It was observed that two of the four children who were sitting at a table, in the kitchen, were not in view of the provider who was in the adjoining room (corrected during inspection).

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. The requirement for supervision on and off the facility premises includes compliance with the staff:child ratio requirements in §§ 3290.51-3290.52 (relating to maximum number of children; and staff:child ratio).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
During the inspection, I moved the children so that they were in my full view.
2022-02-09 Renewal 3290.121(b) - Given parents in writing Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.121(b)

Description: Given parents in writing

Noncompliance Area: The parents of children in care did not receive, in writing, the facility's general daily schedule, hours for which care is provided, fees, responsibilities for meals, clothing, health policies, supervision policies, night care policies, dismissal policies, transportation and pick-up arrangements.

Correction Required: At the time of enrollment, a parent shall receive in writing the facility's general daily schedule, hours for which care is provided, fees, responsibilities for meals, clothing, health policies, supervision policies, night care policies, dismissal policies, transportation and pick-up arrangements.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The parents of children in care have now received, in writing, the facility's general daily schedule, hours for which care is provided, fees, responsibilities for meals, clothing, health policies, supervision policies, night care policies, dismissal policies, transportation and pick-up arrangements.
2022-02-09 Renewal 3290.123(a)(7) - Services considered extra Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.123(a)(7)

Description: Services considered extra

Noncompliance Area: Child #1 through #5's agreements did not specify the services which are to be considered as extra.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Child #1 through #5's agreements now specify the services which are to be considered as extra.
2022-02-09 Renewal 3290.123(b) - Parent receives original Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.123(b)

Description: Parent receives original

Noncompliance Area: Child #1 through #5's files contained the original agreements.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The parents of children #1 through #5 now have the original agreements, and copies are in children's files.
2022-02-09 Renewal 3290.124(b)(6) - Insurance coverage information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.124(b)(6)

Description: Insurance coverage information

Noncompliance Area: Child #1, #2 and #4's emergency contact information did not include the health insurance policy number. Child #1 and #4's emergency contact information did not include health insurance coverage for the child.

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.)
Child #1, #2 and #4's emergency contact information now includes the health insurance policy number. Child #1 and #4's emergency contact information now includes health insurance coverage for the child.
2022-02-09 Renewal 3290.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.124(b)(7)

Description: Name/address/phone release person

Noncompliance Area: Child #1, #4, and #5's emergency contact information did not include the release person's address. Child #1's emergency contact information did not include the release person's telephone number.

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.)
Child #1, #4, and #5's emergency contact information now includes the release person's address. Child #1's emergency contact information now includes the release person's telephone number.
2022-02-09 Renewal 3290.124(d) - Written emergency plan posted Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.124(d)

Description: Written emergency plan posted

Noncompliance Area: A written plan which identifies the means of transporting a child to emergency care and the facility staffing provisions in the event of an emergency was not conspicuously posted in the facility.

Correction Required: A written plan shall be conspicuously posted which identifies the means of transporting a child to emergency care and the facility staffing provisions in the event of an emergency. The plan must accompany a staff person who leaves the facility on an excursion with children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I posted a written plan which identifies the means of transporting a child to emergency care and the facility staffing provisions in the event of an emergency in a conspicuous place in the facility.
2022-02-09 Renewal 3290.131(a) - Within 60 days Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.131(a)

Description: Within 60 days

Noncompliance Area: Child #2, #4, and #5's initial health report was received later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility.

Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent of an enrolled child to provide an initial health report no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I will be sure to place children's initial health reports in files no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility.
2022-02-09 Renewal 3290.131(b)(1) - Updated infant health report: every 6 months Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.131(b)(1)

Description: Updated infant health report: every 6 months

Noncompliance Area: Child #4 and #5's files do not contain updated health reports at least every 6 months. The most recent health assessment for these children was in 2018.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Children #4 and #5's files now contain updated health reports.
2022-02-09 Renewal 3290.131(e)(1) - Parent written verification from Doctor. Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.131(e)(1)

Description: Parent written verification from Doctor.

Noncompliance Area: Child #3, #4, and #5 files have no record of ever receiving an Influenza vaccine.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Will either receive current Influenza immunization records or parent letter stating objection to their child receiving this vaccine for children #3, #4, and #5.
2022-02-09 Renewal 3290.135(a)(3) - Disposable diapers Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.135(a)(3)

Description: Disposable diapers

Noncompliance Area: It was observed that the facility did not have a hands-free covered trashcan near the diaper changing area.

Correction Required: If disposable diapers are provided by a parent or by a facility, a soiled diaper shall be discarded by immediately placing the diaper into a plastic-lined, hands-free covered can.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A hands-free covered trashcan is now in place near the diaper changing area.
2022-02-09 Renewal 3290.151(c)(2) - Mantoux TB Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.151(c)(2)

Description: Mantoux TB

Noncompliance Area: Staff person #1's file did not include Tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment.

Correction Required: An adult health assessment shall include Tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment. Subsequent tuberculosis screening is not required unless directed by a physician, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person #1's file now included Tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method.
2022-02-09 Renewal 3290.166(1)/3290.166(4) - Written statement/Bottles labeled Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.166(1)/3290.166(4)

Description: Written statement/Bottles labeled

Noncompliance Area: It was observed that child #2's bottle was not labeled with the child's name and there was no written statement giving the formula and feeding schedule for this infant, obtained from the parent.

Correction Required: A written statement giving the formula and feeding schedule for an infant shall be obtained from the parent.Disposable nursers and bottles shall be labeled with the child's name.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I labeled child #2's with child's name and parent provided a written statement giving the formula and feeding schedule for this infant.
2022-02-09 Renewal 3290.22(b) - Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.22(b)

Description: Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations

Noncompliance Area: The operator did not provide the parent of each child enrolled in the facility with information on how to access the regulations in this chapter electronically and with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional child care office.

Correction Required: The operator shall provide the parent of each child enrolled in the facility 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.)
Will add instructions, in the parent handbook, on how to access the regulations in this chapter electronically and with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional child care office.
2022-02-09 Renewal 3290.24(a)(1) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.24(a)(1)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: The facility's emergency plan does not include lock-down emergency procedures.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Will add lock-down emergency procedure to the emergency plan.
2022-02-09 Renewal 3290.24(a)(3)/3290.24(a)(4) - Contact when arises/Contact when ended Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.24(a)(3)/3290.24(a)(4)

Description: Contact when arises/Contact when ended

Noncompliance Area: The facility's emergency plan does not provide for a method for facility persons to contact parents as soon as reasonably possible when an emergency situation arises and when it ends to provide instruction as to how parents can safely be reunited with their children.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Will add a method for facility persons to contact parents as soon as reasonably possible when an emergency situation arises and when it ends to provide instruction as to how parents can safely be reunited with their children to the emergency plan.
2022-02-09 Renewal 3290.24(a)(5) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.24(a)(5)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: The facility's emergency plan does not provide for accommodations of infants and toddlers.

Correction Required: The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations of infants and toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Will add accommodations of infants and toddlers to the emergency plan.
2022-02-09 Renewal 3290.24(d) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.24(d)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: The operator had not conducted and documented at least one annual emergency drill.

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.)
Will conduct and document an annual emergency drill.
2022-02-09 Renewal 3290.24(e) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.24(e)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: The emergency plan was not posted in the facility at a conspicuous location.

Correction Required: The emergency plan shall be posted in the facility at a conspicuous location.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Posted the emergency plan in a conspicuous location.
2022-02-09 Renewal 3290.24(f) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.24(f)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: The operator has not provided to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining the emergency procedures

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Will provide each parent with a letter explaining the emergency procedures. Also added this letter to the parent handbook.
2022-02-09 Renewal 3290.32(a) - Comply with CPSL Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.32(a)

Description: Comply with CPSL

Noncompliance Area: Staff person #1's file did not contain a completed (not dated or witnessed) Disclosure statement. Household member #2's file did not contain a Disclosure statement. Staff person #1's file did not contain a current PA State Police clearance (corrected same day) and did not contain Mandated Reporter training documentation. Staff person #1's file did not contain any previous clearances (State Police, Child Abuse, FBI, and previous Mandated Reporter training). Household member #2's file contained expired State Police clearance (exp 11/17/16), Child Abuse clearance (exp 1/27/17), and contained only the application for FBI clearance dated 2/1/22. Household member #2's file did not contain any of these previous clearances.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # 1may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person #1 and #2's files now contain a completed Disclosure statement. Staff person #1's file now contains current PA State Police clearance and Mandated Reporter training documentation. Household member #2's file now contains current PA State Police clearance, Child Abuse clearance, and the DHS FBI required clearance.
2022-02-09 Renewal 3290.32(d) - Age and training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.32(d)

Description: Age and training

Noncompliance Area: Staff person #1's pediatric first aid and CPR expired 3/30/19.

Correction Required: One or more facility persons competent in pediatric first-aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation techniques shall be at the facility when one or more children are in care.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Attending Pediatric First Aid and CPR on 3/12/22. Proof of completion of this course will be placed in my staff file.
2022-02-09 Renewal 3290.63 - Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.63

Description: Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less

Noncompliance Area: It was observed that, in the upstairs playroom, to the right of the closet, there was one missing outlet protective cover (corrected during inspection).

Correction Required: Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A protective outlet cover was put in place in this outlet during the inspection.
2022-02-09 Renewal 3290.64(a) - Locked or inaccessible - in original container Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.64(a)

Description: Locked or inaccessible - in original container

Noncompliance Area: It was observed, in the living room childcare space, that the glass and gold cabinet contained Windex and air freshener cans (keep out of reach of children)) which were accessible to children (corrected during inspection).

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
These toxins were made inaccessible to children during the inspection.
2022-02-09 Renewal 3290.72 - Emergency Numbers Posted Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.72

Description: Emergency Numbers Posted

Noncompliance Area: It was observed that not all emergency telephone numbers were posted in the facility. The only emergency numbers posted were 911 and the local poison control

Correction Required: The telephone number of the nearest hospital, police department, fire department, ambulance and poison control center shall be posted by each telephone in the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The telephone number of the nearest hospital, police department, fire department, ambulance and poison control center are now posted by the telephone.
2022-02-09 Renewal 3290.74(a) - Requirements Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.74(a)

Description: Requirements

Noncompliance Area: It was observed that several bottles of alcohol were accessible to children in the glass and gold cabinet located in the living room child care space (corrected during inspection). In the backyard play area, there was a container of Ice Melt, 4 cans of paint, 6 cans of spray paint, 2 cans of paint primer, a 3/4 filled Cuffer brand bug spray bottle, and a glass storm door leaning against the house, and accessible to children.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The bottles of alcohol were made inaccessible to children during the inspection. All items mentioned that were in the backyard are no longer accessible to children.
2022-02-09 Renewal 3290.75(a) - No peeling paint or plaster Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.75(a)

Description: No peeling paint or plaster

Noncompliance Area: It was observed that, in the upstairs playroom, the floor molding under and to the left of the window contained 6 small areas of peeling paint. Also in this room, the floor molding, to the right upon entering, contained 8 small areas of peeling paint. The closet doorframe in this room contained 2 small areas of peeling paint on the left (near lock) and 2 large areas of peeling paint on the right side of the doorframe, about 3/4 of the way toward the bottom. The bathroom on the second floor (children in care use) contained peeling adhesive cabinet cover sheets on the lower right portion and on the second drawer down on the left side.

Correction Required: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Peeling paint in the upstairs playroom has been sanded and repainted/corrected. The peeling adhesive cover on the bathroom cabinets has been repaired.
2022-02-09 Renewal 3290.94(a)(1) - Every 60 days Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.94(a)(1)

Description: Every 60 days

Noncompliance Area: The operator has not been conducting and documenting fire drills at least once every 60 days. One was conducted on 3/17/21 and next on 6/28/21. Another was conducted on 8/26/21 and next on 11/5/21.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Conducted and documented a fire drill. Fire drills will be conducted and documented at least every 60 days.
2022-02-09 Renewal 3290.95(b) - Operator or designated staff responsibility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.95(b)

Description: Operator or designated staff responsibility

Noncompliance Area: The operator had no documentation of testing of fire detection system every 30 days on file at the facility. The operator did not have proof of purchase of the fire detection system on file.

Correction Required: The operator or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements in § 3290.95(a) are met.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I tested and documented the testing of my fire detection system. I will test and document the testing of the fire detection system at least every 30 days. I filled out the DHS attestation form as proof of purchase for the fire detection system.
2019-02-06 Renewal 3290.31(f) - Biennial 12 hrs. training Compliant - Finalized

Noncompliance Area: Record of staff person #1 did not contain evidence of required training hours. Only six from last year are accounted for. Six more are required.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will immediately get required six hours of training. In the future, a total of 12 hours of training will be obtained biennially.

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