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Wiggles N Giggles Academy Llc

Irwin, PA · Westmoreland County
310 Oak St, Irwin, PA 15642
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Capacity
36 children
Languages
English, English
Subsidized Program
Participates
State Rating
1

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📞 (412) 823-5439
310 Oak St
Irwin, PA 15642
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✓ Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
CER-00259377
License Issued
Aug 19, 2026
Active Through
Aug 19, 2027
Issued By
Pennsylvania Department of Education and Public Welfare
District Office
Early Learning Resource Center for Region 4

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WIGGLES N GIGGLES ACADEMY LLC is a Child Care Center in IRWIN PA, with a maximum capacity of 36 children. It is open Monday - Friday, 6:30 AM - 5:30 PM. The provider also participates in a subsidized child care program.

Hours of Operation

  • Monday6:30 AM - 5:30 PM
  • Tuesday6:30 AM - 5:30 PM
  • Wednesday6:30 AM - 5:30 PM
  • Thursday6:30 AM - 5:30 PM
  • Friday6:30 AM - 5:30 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed

Inspection/Report History

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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2026-05-04 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 emergency contact form for Child #1 lacked the complete addresses for the release persons listed.

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.)
I will have the parents update their emergency contact form so that the person(s) the child can be released to has complete addresses on file.
2026-05-04 Renewal 3270.131(b)(1) - Infant: updated health report every 6 months Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(b)(1)

Description: Infant: updated health report every 6 months

Noncompliance Area: The updates to the health reports on file for Child #2, a young toddler, exceeded 6 months between health reports dated 2.12.25 and 3.9.26.

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.)
Child #2 has a current health report on file at this time. I will make sure that there is updated physicals for each child every 6 months until every child has turned two.
2026-05-04 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 updates to the health assessments on file for Staff Person #1 exceeded 24 months between examinations on 2.2.24 and 3.11.26.

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 Person #1 has a current health report on file at this time. I will make sure to have the staff person update their physical every 24 months.
2026-05-04 Renewal 3270.31(e) - Age and Training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(e)

Description: Age and Training

Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff Person #1 lacked 1 of their 12 hours of child care training in their respective training year of March 2025 and March 2026.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I will make sure that the staff member completes one training hour to ensure they have 12 training hours on file from March of 2025 to March of 2026.
2026-05-04 Renewal 3270.31(e)(4)(i) - Age and Training Compliant - Finalized

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

Description: Age and Training

Noncompliance Area: The current pediatric first aid and CPR training on file for Staff Person #3, dated 12.30.24, was not completed on or prior to the expiration of the prior training. The prior pediatric first aid and CPR training expired on 9.30.24.

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 Person #3 has current pediatric first aid and cpr training. I plan to have the pediatric and adult cpr training up to date for the staff person.
2026-05-04 Renewal 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)

Description: Comply with CPSL

Noncompliance Area: The FBI Clearances on file for Staff Person #2 exceeded 60 months between updated clearances dated 9.3.20 and 9.7.25.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff Person #2 has a current FBI on file at this time. I will make sure that the staff person has completed a new FBI clearance within 60 months.
2026-05-04 Renewal 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.66(a)

Description: Locked or inaccessible

Noncompliance Area: Two packages of lens wipes, labeled Keep Out of Reach of Children, were observed in a low unlocked drawer in Classroom 4 (K Prep). The lens wipes could be accessible to children receiving care in the child care space.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I moved the lens wipes from the reach of children and notified all staff members to make sure anything that says keep out of reach of children is put in a spot that is locked or out of reach.
2025-10-17 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.133(5) - Original label Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.133(5)

Description: Original label

Noncompliance Area: One bottle of expired Infants Tylenol was observed in the locked medication drawer in the Infant Classroom.

Correction Required: Medication shall be stored in accordance with the manufacturer's or health professional's instructions on the original label.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We removed the medication that was labeled as expired. Staff will make sure that all medications are labeled and unexpired.
2025-10-17 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.21 - General Health and Safety Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.21

Description: General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: Two pairs of adult scissors were observed in an unlocked drawer accessible to children receiving care in the Preschool Classroom.

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.)
The scissors were made inaccessible. Staff will make sure that adult scissors are put in a space where the tallest child in the room cannot reach them.
2025-10-17 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.66(a)

Description: Locked or inaccessible

Noncompliance Area: A bottle of hand sanitizer, labeled Keep Out of Reach of Children, was observed on top of the microwave in the K Prep classroom. The hand sanitizer was accessible to children receiving care in the space.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The hand sanitizer was made inaccessible. I will inform staff that hand sanitizer is to be out of reach of children. They will put the hand sanitizer out of reach of the tallest child in the room.
2025-10-17 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) - Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)

Description: Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance

Noncompliance Area: The facility has exceeded 30 days since their last fire alarm testing. The most recent documentation of fire alarm testing occurred on 8.27.25.

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 Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I will set of the fire alarm system to conduct test and perform a fire drill with the staff and children.
2025-05-05 Renewal 3270.123(b) - Parent receives original Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(b)

Description: Parent receives original

Noncompliance Area: The files for Children #1, #2, #3, #4 and #5 were observed to contain 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.)
I will make copies of all agreements in each child's file and send the original agreement home.
2025-05-05 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 updates to the health assessments on file for Staff Person #1 exceeded 24 months between examinations on 10.17.22 and 11.20.24.

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 staff has a current health assessment on file at this time. I will make sure double check dates of staff health assessments and give staff better notice of when they are needed.
2025-05-05 Renewal 3270.21 - General Health and Safety Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.21

Description: General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: In the PreK classroom, one pair of adult scissors was observed on a desk being used by the children and one pair was removed from the unlocked desk drawer by the staff person in the classroom.

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.)
We moved the adult scissors from the desk drawer to a cabinet that is out of the reach of children.
2025-05-05 Renewal 3270.27(a)(6) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(a)(6)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: The facility lacked verification that an annual emergency drill had been completed within the last 12 months. The most recent emergency drill on file was completed on 6.28.23.

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.)
I will complete an emergency drill to follow the regulation.
2025-05-05 Renewal 3270.34(a)(6) - Staff evaluations Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.34(a)(6)

Description: Staff evaluations

Noncompliance Area: The written evaluations on file for Staff Person #1 exceeded 12 months between evaluations dated 12.2.23 and 1.28.25.

Correction Required: A director is responsible for written evaluation of staff persons on a regular basis, a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The evaluation was completed a month after it was to be due. I will make sure that the dates remain on time.
2024-05-08 Renewal 3270.102(a)/3270.103 - Clean and good repair/Small Toys and Objects Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.102(a)/3270.103

Description: Clean and good repair/Small Toys and Objects

Noncompliance Area: It was observed that there was a rip on the vinyl cover of a rest mat in the Toddler room causing the foam to be exposed.

Correction Required: Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts. 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.)
I will make sure that all staff members are reminded that nap mats can not be damaged. If they are damaged i will ensure that the proper materials are available to fix the nap mats or if too damaged that the mat gets replaced.
2024-05-08 Renewal 3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3) - Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3)

Description: Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test

Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff Person #5 did not contain documentation of a health assessment and tuberculosis screening, required prior to hire (See LIS code sheet). The health assessment and tuberculosis screening on file for Staff Person #5 are dated 3/14/24.

Correction Required: An adult health assessment must include tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment. Subsequent tuberculosis screening is not required unless directed by a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department. A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I will make sure that all new staff members have an updated physical and TB test prior to working with kids.
2024-05-08 Renewal 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)

Description: Comply with CPSL

Noncompliance Area: The two most recent mandated reporter training certificates on file for Staff Person #1 are dated 12/5/18 and 3/12/24, and for Staff Person #3 are dated 8/29/18 and 2/16/24, all more than 60 months apart.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I will make sure that all staff members will have mandated reporter trainings that are within 60 months of each other.
2024-05-08 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 #2 includes FBI clearances dated 5/5/18 and 4/8/24. the file for Staff Person #4 includes State Police clearances dated 11/21/18 and 10/29/24 and Child Abuse Clearances dated 10/25/18 and 10/30/23, all more than 60 months apart.

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.)
I will make sure all staff persons required clearances are renewed with 60 months of each other.
2024-05-08 Renewal 3270.75(c) - Has all items Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.75(c)

Description: Has all items

Noncompliance Area: The first-aid kit in the excursion bag in the Pre-K Prep classroom was lacking tape.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I will make sure that all first aide kits have the appropriate items in them.
2024-05-08 Renewal 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) - Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)

Description: Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance

Noncompliance Area: Upon review of the facility's 30-day fire testing documentation, the following tests were observed to have been conducted more than 30 days apart: 4/3/24 - 5/8/24 (35 days)

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 Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I will make sure that the fire testing is conducted within 30 days of each other.
2024-02-20 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) - Immunization record/Dismissal policy Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3)

Description: Immunization record/Dismissal policy

Noncompliance Area: The file of Child #1, enrolled more than 60 days at the facility, did not contain documentation of the fourth dose of the DTaP vaccination, as required based on the child's age as per the ACIP recommended schedule. Child #2 enrolled more than 60 days at the facility, did not contain documentation of the fourth dose of the HIB vaccination, as required based on the child's age as per the ACIP recommended schedule. Child #3 enrolled more than 60 days at the facility, did not contain documentation of the second dose of the HepA vaccination, as required based on the child's age as per the ACIP recommended schedule.

Correction Required: A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP. The facility shall implement dismissal policies in accordance with the Department of Health regulation in 28 Pa. Code § 27.77 (relating to immunization requirements for children in child care group settings). Child #1, Child #2 and Child #3 must be dismissed from care by close of business 3/8/24 and may only return to care when the immunization record is updated or when a parent provides a written, signed exemption letter.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I will make sure to have an updated immunization record or a hand written, signed and dated exemption letter by 3/8/24.
2023-05-01 Renewal 3270.102(a)/3270.103 - Clean and good repair/Small Toys and Objects Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.102(a)/3270.103

Description: Clean and good repair/Small Toys and Objects

Noncompliance Area: It was observed that there was a rip on the vinyl cover of a rest mat in the Toddler room causing the foam to be exposed.

Correction Required: Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts. 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.)
Replace sleep mat in Toddler room with a new mat.
2023-05-01 Renewal 3270.124(b)(5) - Information re: special needs Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(5)

Description: Information re: special needs

Noncompliance Area: Emergency contact forms for Child #2 and Child #3 lacked 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.

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.)
Have parents put N/A on lines on emergency contact forms that are not complete. Make sure the initial and date.
2023-05-01 Renewal 3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) - Immunization record/Dismissal policy Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3)

Description: Immunization record/Dismissal policy

Noncompliance Area: The immunization record for Child #1 was lacking a current influenza vaccination.

Correction Required: A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP. The facility shall implement dismissal policies in accordance with the Department of Health regulation in 28 Pa. Code § 27.77 (relating to immunization requirements for children in child care group settings).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Have the parent write a letter that the child was exempt from the flu shot this year.
2023-05-01 Renewal 3270.133(5) - Original label Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.133(5)

Description: Original label

Noncompliance Area: There was a child's epi-pen in the Toddler room that was observed to be expired.

Correction Required: Medication shall be stored in accordance with the manufacturer's or health professional's instructions on the original label.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Send home expired epi pen that was in Toddler room. Have parent replace or bring back and forth a unexpired epi pen.
2023-05-01 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: The facility's emergency plan lacked a continuity of operations plan.

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.)
Will formulate a continuity of operations plan for emergency plan book.
2023-05-01 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, #2, #4, #5, #6, #7, #8, #9, #10, and #11, obtained the updated health and safety training after the required date of 12/30/2022.

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.)
Have all staff members complete training that was due on 12/30/2022.
2023-05-01 Renewal 3270.151(c)(5) - Physician/CRNP assessment Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(c)(5)

Description: Physician/CRNP assessment

Noncompliance Area: Staff person #11's health assessment dated 3/22/23 lacked the physician's assessment of the suitability to provide child care.

Correction Required: An adult health assessment must include the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Have staff person #11 take physician's assessment back to have box checked with date and initials.
2023-05-01 Renewal 3270.27(f) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(f)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: The operator did not send a copy of the emergency plan to 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.)
Research address and send to Westmoreland County Management agency. Complete required form.
2023-05-01 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: Staff person #3 with a hired date as an aide (see LIS code sheet) had a volunteer State Police clearance dated 8/28/20 and a volunteer Child Abuse clearance dated 9/2/20. The State Police and Child Abuse clearance were not for employment purposes therefore are not valid. Staff person #7 had a current Child Abuse clearance dated 3/9/23 which was obtained more that 60 month of the previous clearance dated 8/11/17. Staff person #7 had a State Police clearance dated 3/5/23 but the request was still pending therefore it was invalid. Staff person #7 previous State Police clearance was dated 11/1/17.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Facility Person #3 and #7 -- may not work at the child care. 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.)
Have staff person #3 re do State Police clearance and Child abuse clearance. Have staff person #7 re print State Police clearance certificate dated 3/5/23. Have staff person # re print Child abuse clearance certificate dated 3/9/23.
2023-05-01 Renewal 3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii) - Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility Compliant - Finalized

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

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

Noncompliance Area: Staff person #3 functioning as an aide lacked proof of an 8th grade education and 2500 hours of child care experience.

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.)
Have staff person #3 provide a copy of High School diploma when graduated on May 26 2023.
2023-05-01 Renewal 3270.52 - Mixed Age Level Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.52

Description: Mixed Age Level

Noncompliance Area: At approximately 9:45 am, Staff #2, left the infant room to open the front door of the facility and left Staff person #6 in the infant room with 1 infant and 5 young toddlers.

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.)
Ensure that all a staff person takes their group of children to the door when answering it or have enough staff on site.
2023-05-01 Renewal 3270.71 - Heat Source Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.71

Description: Heat Source

Noncompliance Area: Part of the lattice on the radiator covers in the Infant, Toddler, and Preschool rooms were detached from the frame causing the radiators to be accessible to the children. There was no cover on the radiator in the bathroom causing the radiator to be accessible to the children, the temperature of the radiator in the bathroom measured 120 degrees F.

Correction Required: Hot water pipes and other sources of heat exceeding 110° F that are accessible to children shall be equipped with protective guards or shall be insulated to prevent direct contact.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Re attach and fix radiator covers in the Infant, Toddler and Preschool rooms. Build and attach a radiator cover to the radiator in the bathroom.
2023-05-01 Renewal 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.77(a)

Description: No peeling paint or plaster

Noncompliance Area: It was observed that there was chipping paint on the window ledge in the bathroom.

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.)
Clean and cover window ledge in bathroom so no exposed paint is accessible to children. Bathroom being remolded in near future.
2023-05-01 Renewal 3270.82(h) - Handwashing signs Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.82(h)

Description: Handwashing signs

Noncompliance Area: There was no handwashing sign by the urinal in the bathroom.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Print and hang a handwashing sign by urinal in bathroom.
2023-05-01 Renewal 3270.82(j) - Running water - diapering Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.82(j)

Description: Running water - diapering

Noncompliance Area: There was no water source by the diapering table in the Toddler room. The sink being used being used for the diapering table was located in the adjacent bathroom which was not located in the Toddler room.

Correction Required: A source of running water for handwashing shall be present in infant and toddler diapering areas. If the running water does not flow directly into a drain that is connected to a sewage system, a receptacle shall be provided to contain the water used for washing. The receptacle shall be emptied into an approved sewage system at least once a day.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Add a water dispenser, hand soap and bin to catch water to the Toddler room diapering area.
2023-05-01 Renewal 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) - Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)

Description: Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance

Noncompliance Area: There were more than 30 days between multiple fire detection system tests. The dates on the testing log were as follows: 5/8/22-6/15/22, 7/10/22-8/14/22, 10/3/22-11/10/22, 11/10/22-12/14/22, 2/6/23-3/10/23, and 3/10/23-4/13/23.

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 Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Will use date of setting off fire detection system from annual state inspection 5/1/23 to start new log of only 30 days between set off dates.
2022-05-02 Renewal 3270.131(e)(1) - Exemption documentation from parent/guardian Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(e)(1)

Description: Exemption documentation from parent/guardian

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #1 lacks verification of a current Rotavirus, DTAP, HIB, Pneumococcal, and Polio immunization administered in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP: The file for child #4 lacks verification of a current flu vaccination in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP.

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.)
I had the parent of child #1 obtain a current immunization record from the doctor. I also had the parent of child #4 obtain record of a current flu shot.
2022-05-02 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 most recent health assessment on file for staff person #3 is dated more than 24 months ago.

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.)
I had staff person #3 obtain a new health assessment.
2022-05-02 Renewal 3270.181(c) - Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.181(c)

Description: Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

Noncompliance Area: The two most recent updates to the emergency contact information and agreement on file for child #2, child #3, and child #5 are dated in an interval greater than 6 months.

Correction Required: A parent is required to review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I had the parents of child #2,#3 and #5 update their emergency contact information and agreement.
2022-05-02 Renewal 3270.27(b) - Plan reviewed/updated annually Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(b)

Description: Plan reviewed/updated annually

Noncompliance Area: The two most documented reviews of the emergency plan are dated in an interval greater than 12 months.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I have updated the emergency plan to have current dates.
2022-05-02 Renewal 3270.31(e) - Age and Training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(e)

Description: Age and Training

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #1, #3, and #5 lacks verification of 12 hours of child care training completed within the most recent year of service.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I made sure that staff person #1,#3 and #5 completed 12 hours of child care training to update their file.
2022-05-02 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.192(2)(iii) - Comply with CPSL/Exp, educ., training at facility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(2)(iii)

Description: Comply with CPSL/Exp, educ., training at facility

Noncompliance Area: The two most recent mandated reporter trainings on file for staff person #3 and staff person #4 are dated in an interval which exceeds 5 years or 60 months.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I have had staff person #3 and staff person #4 complete the mandated reporter training.
2022-05-02 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 two most recent state police clearances on file for staff person #2 are dated more than 5 years or 60 months apart.

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.)
I had staff person #2 update their state police clearance.
2022-05-02 Renewal 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) - Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)

Description: Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance

Noncompliance Area: During the following intervals, the testing of the installed and in-use fire detection system occurred more than 30 days apart: 9/09/21-10/10/21, 10/10/21-11/12/21, 12/02/21-01/13/22., 02/03/22-03/10/22, and 3/10/22-4/12/22.

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 Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I made sure that the next fire detection system occurred within 30 days.
2021-12-17 Change in Location Capacity Change in Location Capacity Compliant - Finalized

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