Description: Wilfrida Heredia is a Group Child Care Home in HAZLETON PA, with a maximum capacity of 12 children. The provider also participates in a subsidized child care program.
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| 2020-10-06 | Renewal | 3280.2 - General Health and Safety | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: On 10/6/20 during a renewal inspection it was observed that there was not an operational fire detection system. The system was not working due to a dead battery. This condition at facility poses a threat to the health and safety of children. Correction Required: Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. Demonstration of Compliance with 34 Pa. Code 403.23. The provider will demonstrate an operable interconnected smoke detection system to an agent of the department. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Provider sent a neighbor to get new batteries for fire detection system. Provider agreed to facetime with Cert. Rep. in order to demonstrate an operable fire detection system. Provider will ensure that the fire detection system will be maintained and operable at all times. |
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| 2020-10-06 | Renewal | 3280.32(a)/3280.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: During renewal inspection on 10/6/20 it was observed that, files for Staff # 1 and # 2 did not contain the NSOR clearance . File for Staff # 1 did not contain a current Mandated Reporter Training certificate, one in file is dated 3/18/15. 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. The Child Protective Services Law (CPSL) was revised to include the requirement for the National Sex Offender Registry (NSOR) Clearance effective 9/30/2019. The CPSL also states that anyone hired before 9/30/19 was required to have the NSOR clearance had until 7/1/20 to obtain this clearance. Staff # 1 and # 2 may not work in child care until a completed NSOR clearance is obtained. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Provider closed facility until Staff # 1 and # 2 had complete NSOR clearances. Staff # 1 will complete the Mandated Reporter Training. Provider will ensure that all CPSL regulations are followed and all files are complete. |
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| 2020-10-06 | Renewal | 3280.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible - in original container | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Cleaning materials were located in the kitchen in reach of children. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Provider moved the cleaning materials to an area inaccessible to children. Provider will ensure that all cleaning materials and toxics are in an area inaccessible to children. |
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| 2019-07-23 | Renewal | 3280.102(a) - Clean and good repair | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Little tykes play equipment in the outdoor play area was observed to have a broken piece, causing rough edges and pinch points. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Provider removed the broken piece of the piece of play equipment. Provider will ensure that all play equipment is safe and free from visible hazard. |
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| 2019-07-23 | Renewal | 3280.105(a) - Clean, age appropriate | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Pack n play's for children were not labeled for each child. Correction Required: Individual, clean, age-appropriate rest equipment shall be provided for preschool, toddler and infant children as agreed between the child's parent and the operator. The rest equipment shall be labeled for the use of a specific child and used only by the specified child. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Provider placed labels on each pack n play for a specific child. Provider will ensure that all rest equipment is labeled for a specific child. |
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| 2019-07-23 | Renewal | 3280.123(a)(3) - Services proceeded | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Files for children # 1, # 2 and # 5 did not contain updated Child Service Reports. File for Child # 1 did not contain a Child Service Report, child began on 9/26/18. File for Child # 2 did not contain a Child Service Report in file, child began on 9/6/17. File for Child # 5 contained a Child Service report dated 10/2/18. 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 3280.124(f). |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Provider will complete a Child Service Report and review with parents for Children # 1, # 2 and # 5. Provider will ensure that a Child Service Report is complete every 6-months. |
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| 2019-07-23 | Renewal | 3280.131(b)(2) - Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Files for Children # 1 and # 4 did not contain updated health assessments. Child # 1 began on 9/26/18 and files does not contain a health assessment. Health assessment for Child # 4 was dated 2/15/17. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Provider will obtain an updated health assessment for Children # 1 and # 4. Provider will ensure that all files contain an updated health assessment. |
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| 2019-07-23 | Renewal | 3280.181(c) - Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Files for Children # 1, # 2, # 3, # 4 and # 5 did not contain updated Emergency Contact Form and Fee Agreements. Last updates were dated 10/2/18. Correction Required: A parent is required to review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Provider will have parents review and update the Emergency Contact Form and Fee Agreements for children # 1, # 2, # 3, # 4 and # 5. Provider will ensure that the Emergency Contact Form and Fee Agreements are reviewed and updated every 6-months. |
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| 2019-07-23 | Renewal | 3280.182(3)/3280.182(5) - Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Emergency Contact Form for Child # 2 did not contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care and consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Correction Required: A child's record must contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission.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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Provider will have parent update the Emergency Contact Form with signed consent for emergency medical care and consent for administration of minor first-aid by facility staff. |
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| 2019-07-23 | Renewal | 3280.192(2)(ii)/3280.192(5) - Exp, educ., training prior to facility/Two written references | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: File for Staff # 2 does not contain verification of child care experience and two written, non-family references. Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff # 2 will provide child care experience and two written non-family references for file. Provider will ensure that all files are complete and up to date. |
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| 2019-07-23 | Renewal | 3280.32(a)/3280.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: File for Staff # 1 did not contain an updated State Police Clearance. File for Staff # 2 did not contain a Child Abuse Clearance. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff # 1 will obtain an updated State Police Clearance and Staff # 2 will obtain a Child Abuse Clearance. Provider will ensure that all CPSL regulations are followed. Provider will ensure that all files are complete and up to date. |
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| 2019-07-23 | Renewal | 3280.75(c) - Has all items | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Facility first-aid kit was missing bandages. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Facility will add bandages to the first-aid kit. Provider will ensure that the first-aid kit contains all required items. |
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| 2018-07-25 | Renewal | 3280.123(a)(3) - Services proceeded | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Files for Children # 1, # 2, # 3 and # 4 did not contain Child Service Reports. Child # 1 began child care on 4/5/17, no Child Service Reports in file. Child # 2 began child care on 9/11/17, no Child Service Reports in file. Child # 3 began child care on 8/17/17, no Child Service Reports in file. Child # 4 began child care on 9/11/17, no Child Service Reports in 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 3280.124(f). |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Provider will complete Child Service Reports for Children # 1, # 2, # 3 and # 4 and review with parents. Provider will ensure that a Child Service Report is completed and reviewed with parents every 6-months. |
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| 2018-07-25 | Renewal | 3280.123(a)(6) - Admission date | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Fee Agreement for Children # 3 and # 4 did not contain child's date of admission. Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Provider will update the Fee Agreement with date of child's admission. Provider will ensure that all forms are complete and up to date. |
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| 2018-07-25 | Renewal | 3280.124(b)(1) - Child's name, birth date | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Emergency Contact Form for Child # 3 did not contain child's date of birth. Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the name and birth date of the child. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Provider will update the Emergency Contact Form with child's date of birth. Provider will ensure that all forms are complete and up to date. |
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