Ywca Kuddle Korner Day Care
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About the Provider
At the YWCA Kuddle Korner, we are determined to provide all of the elements
that families feel are most important: lots of love and attention:
stimulating acitivites and tons of fun!
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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| 2025-11-05 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.106(a)/3270.113(e) - Clean, age appropriate/Restraints prohibited | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.106(a)/3270.113(e) Description: Clean, age appropriate/Restraints prohibited Noncompliance Area: Observed the rest equipment for child #1, an older toddler, over 24 months placed in a large play pen. The play pen had a manufacturer's label "for use of children 0-24 months." Staff #2 reported child #1 is placed in the play pen to "keep her from getting out and to the other kids." Therefore, the play pen was used as a form of restraint and not according to the manufacturer's guidelines. 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. A facility person may not restrain a child by using bonds, ties or straps to restrict a child's movement or by enclosing the child in a confined space, closet or locked room. The prohibition against restraining a child does not apply to the use of adaptive equipment prescribed for a child with special needs. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Play pen for appropriate age will be used for children in the toddler room. Play pen will be labeled with child it will be used for. Play pen will not be used as a form of restraint for children |
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| 2025-11-05 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.113(a) - Supervised at all times | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.113(a) Description: Supervised at all times Noncompliance Area: Observed staff #1 in the toddler space located upstairs during nap time. The room lacked sufficient lighting to effectively supervise. In addition, staff #1 was the only staff member in the room and they were sitting in the far corner of the room on a recliner/rocker looking at her cellphone. Therefore, not providing proper supervision to the children for which she was responsible. 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. Children must be supervised at all times. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Alert all staff that cell phones are not to be used while supervising children. Window curtains will be opened to allow adequate lighting during nap time and staff will position themselves so that they can see all children in their care. |
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| 2025-11-05 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(b)(7) Description: Name/address/phone release person Noncompliance Area: Second citation, previously cited on 9-18-25, the file of child #2 lacked an emergency contact form with the complete 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Have parent complete entire emergency contact form upon enrollment. Child #2's form was completed. |
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| 2025-09-18 | Renewal | 3270.102(c) - Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.102(c) Description: Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing Noncompliance Area: Observed on the outdoor place space, Step 2 Skyward Summit rock wall climber lacking 9" of loose fill due to the fact the fill measured less than 2 inches. Correction Required: Outdoor equipment that requires embedded mounting must be mounted over a loose-fill or unitary playground protective surface covering that meets the recommendations of the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission. The equipment must be anchored firmly and be in good repair. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Removed rock wall climber from the play space. |
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| 2025-09-18 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(3) - Parent home/work address, phone | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(b)(3) Description: Parent home/work address, phone Noncompliance Area: The files of children #3, #5, #6, and #7 lacked emergency contact forms with the enrolling parents' complete work addresses and phone numbers. Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Parents completed forms. |
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| 2025-09-18 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(5) - Information re: special needs | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(b)(5) Description: Information re: special needs Noncompliance Area: The file of child #7 lacked an emergency contact form with information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent or physician or "NA" if not applicable. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Form is complete. |
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| 2025-09-18 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(b)(7) Description: Name/address/phone release person Noncompliance Area: The files of children #3 and #6 lacked emergency contact forms with the complete addresses of the individuals designated by the parents to whom the children 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Completed forms. |
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| 2025-09-18 | Renewal | 3270.124(c) - Each child care space | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(c) Description: Each child care space Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection, there were not copies of the emergency contact forms for children #2 and #5 in the rooms where they were observed to be receiving care. Correction Required: When children are in the facility, emergency contact information shall be present in a child care space for children receiving care in the space. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Copies of emergency contact forms for children #2 and #5 were put in the rooms while the inspector was onsite. |
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| 2025-09-18 | Renewal | 3270.133(5) - Original label | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.133(5) Description: Original label Noncompliance Area: Observed prescription medication for child #4 with an expiration date of 6/2025. Correction Required: Medication shall be stored in accordance with the manufacturer's or health professional's instructions on the original label. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Obtained new prescription medication for child #4. |
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| 2025-09-18 | Renewal | 3270.133(7) - Medication log | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.133(7) Description: Medication log Noncompliance Area: Observed medication for children #1 and #3 but not medication logs. Correction Required: An operator is responsible to establish and maintain a medication log if prescription or nonprescription medication is administered. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Medication logs were completed. |
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| 2025-09-18 | Renewal | 3270.14/3270.21 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21 Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Noncompliance Area: The file of staff #2 lacked documentation of completing the 1 hour Health and Safety Training update. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff #2 completed the training. |
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| 2025-09-18 | Renewal | 3270.182(5)/3270.182(6) - Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission/Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.182(5)/3270.182(6) Description: Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission/Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading Noncompliance Area: The file of child #5 lacked an emergency contact form with signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff and signed parental consent for walking excursions. Correction Required: A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission. A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Parent signed form in both places. |
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| 2025-09-18 | Renewal | 3270.192(2)(iii) - Exp, educ., training at facility | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.192(2)(iii) Description: Exp, educ., training at facility Noncompliance Area: The file of staff #5 had Mandated Reporter training completed more than 60 months apart due to the fact they were dated 4-29-25 and 2-29-20. Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Will make sure training is complete within 60 months . |
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| 2025-09-18 | Renewal | 3270.27(a)(6) - Emergency plan | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.27(a)(6) Description: Emergency plan Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection, there was not documentation an emergency drill was conducted annually. Correction Required: Emergency drills shall be conducted annually. Annual emergency drills shall be documented and on file at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Held an emergency plan drill. |
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| 2025-09-18 | Renewal | 3270.27(f) - Emergency plan | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.27(f) Description: Emergency plan Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection, there was not documentation the emergency plan was sent to the local municipality. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Director completed the Emergency plan delivery form. |
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| 2025-09-18 | Renewal | 3270.31(e)(4)(ii) - Fire safety - 1 yr. | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Description: Fire safety - 1 yr. Noncompliance Area: The files of staff #1, #3, and #4 had documentation of completing Fire Safety training late due to the fact they completed more than 12 months apart. Correction Required: Staff persons shall participate, at least annually, in fire safety training conducted by a fire protection professional. Staff persons and volunteers shall receive training in maintenance of smoke detectors, the duties of facility persons during a fire drill and during a fire and the use of the facility's fire extinguishers, not including discharge of the fire suppressant agent. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Will make sure training is completed annually. |
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| 2025-09-18 | Renewal | 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Noncompliance Area: The file of staff #1 had late clearances due to the fact they were dated: PSP 4-21-25 and 3-1-20; and Child Abuse: 3-11-25 and 3-1-20. The file of staff #2 had late clearances due to the fact a complete clearance was dated 4-14-20 and another report, but not PSP was dated 9-13-22. Therefore, the valid clearance was more than 60 months. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). SAFETY PLAN: The operator is required to submit to the Children and Youth Agency a plan of supervision or alternate arrangement as required by the Child Protective Services Law. PROVISIONAL HIRE UNSUPERVISED: A provisional employee may not be permitted to work alone with children and must work within the vicinity of a permanent employee. 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.) Obtained a valid PSP clearance for staff #2. |
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| 2025-09-18 | Renewal | 3270.34(a)(6) - Staff evaluations | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.34(a)(6) Description: Staff evaluations Noncompliance Area: The files of staff #1, #3, and #4 had annual evaluations completed more than 12 months apart. Correction Required: A director is responsible for written evaluation of staff persons on a regular basis, a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Will be done in August. |
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| 2024-09-11 | Renewal | 3270.103 - Small Toys and Objects | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.103 Description: Small Toys and Objects Noncompliance Area: Observed in the preschool #2 room, plastic bags accessible due to the fact they were in the bottom left unlocked drawer of the teacher's desk. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Plastic bags were removed from the teacher's desk. |
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| 2024-09-11 | Renewal | 3270.106(a) - Clean, age appropriate | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.106(a) Description: Clean, age appropriate Noncompliance Area: Observed a pack and play not labeled for child #3. 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.) Label pack and play. |
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| 2024-09-11 | Renewal | 3270.123(a)(5) - Designated release persons | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.123(a)(5) Description: Designated release persons Noncompliance Area: The files of children #1, #2, and #8 lacked an agreement with 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Files were amended |
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| 2024-09-11 | Renewal | 3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2) - Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2) Description: Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates Noncompliance Area: The file of child #6 had an agreement that lacked an enrollment date. Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission. A child's record shall contain the dates of application, admission and withdrawal of the child. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) File was amended. |
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| 2024-09-11 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(b)(7) Description: Name/address/phone release person Noncompliance Area: The files of children #2, #5, #7, and #8 lacked emergency contact forms with the full 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Child files were amended. |
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| 2024-09-11 | Renewal | 3270.133(4) - Locked | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.133(4) Description: Locked Noncompliance Area: Observed an Epi-pen for child #4 stored in their backpack hanging on a hook in the classroom accessible to children. Correction Required: Medication shall be stored in a locked area of the facility or in an area that is out of the reach of children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The epi pen will be removed from the child's backpack and will be placed in a lock box on top of the refrigerator in the lunch room. |
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| 2024-09-11 | Renewal | 3270.133(7) - Medication log | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.133(7) Description: Medication log Noncompliance Area: There was not a medication log for prescription medication observed for child #4. Correction Required: An operator is responsible to establish and maintain a medication log if prescription or nonprescription medication is administered. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) A medication log for this child was created. |
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| 2024-09-11 | Renewal | 3270.21 - General Health and Safety | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.21 Description: General Health and Safety Noncompliance Area: Observed loose sheets in the in the pack and plays labeled for child #1 and #2. Observed in preschool #1 and #2 rooms, adult scissors accessible to children. Correction Required: Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) If tight sheets are not provided, we will provide sheet straps to ensure proper fitting sheets for infants. Scissors were removed and placed in a tall cabinet with locks. |
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| 2024-09-11 | Renewal | 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Noncompliance Area: The file of staff #3 had FBI clearances more than 60 dates apart due to the fact they were dated 2-22-24 and 1-15-19. 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 will be reminded to complete clearances well before the expiration date. |
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| 2024-09-11 | Renewal | 3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(iii) - HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training at facility | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(iii) Description: HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training at facility Noncompliance Area: The file of staff #2, an AGS had proof of 1.5 years' experience rather than 2 years' experience. Correction Required: An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff has worked here over 6 months now and has reached the required 2 years of experience. |
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| 2024-09-11 | Renewal | 3270.37(b)(3)/3270.192(2)(ii) - 8th grade + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.37(b)(3)/3270.192(2)(ii) Description: 8th grade + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility Noncompliance Area: The file of staff #1, an aide, lacked documentation of education at initial employment. The education on file was a high school diploma dated May 2024, which was approximately 2 months after initial hire. Correction Required: An aide shall have a minimum of an 8th grade education and 2 years of experience with children. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff has since graduated high school and has a diploma on file. |
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| 2024-09-11 | Renewal | 3270.82(h) - Handwashing signs | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.82(h) Description: Handwashing signs Noncompliance Area: Observed sinks in both toddler rooms too high for the able children to reach; furthermore, staff reported lifting and holding the toddlers at the sinks to wash their hands. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Purchased step stool and will keep in vicinity of sink so children can properly wash their hands. |
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| 2024-09-11 | Renewal | 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) - Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Description: Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance Noncompliance Area: Based on the smoke detection testing log and information from the director, testing of the system is done more than 30 days apart at times because the testing is done monthly. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) We will include complete date of testing moving forward. |
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| 2023-09-20 | Renewal | 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.102(a) Description: Clean and good repair Noncompliance Area: Observed a damaged corner with rough edges on a plastic camp house in the preschool/school age room. 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.) Damaged corner was repaired with a protective covering. |
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| 2023-09-20 | Renewal | 3270.102(c) - Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.102(c) Description: Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing Noncompliance Area: Observed the embedded swing set in the preschool play area did not have the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission recommended 9 inches of loose-filled protective surface covering. Correction Required: Outdoor equipment that requires embedded mounting must be mounted over a loose-fill or unitary playground protective surface covering that meets the recommendations of the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission. The equipment must be anchored firmly and be in good repair. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) We purchased another load of mulch and refilled the protective service. |
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| 2023-09-20 | Renewal | 3270.123(b) - Parent receives original | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.123(b) Description: Parent receives original Noncompliance Area: Observed child file #1, 2, 3, and 4 contained incomplete original agreements. Correction Required: A parent shall receive the original agreement. The facility shall retain a copy of the agreement. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Original agreements were updated and copied. |
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| 2023-09-20 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(b)(7) Description: Name/address/phone release person Noncompliance Area: Observed the emergency contact form for child file #4, did not contain 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Emergency contact form was completed with the address of individual to whom the child may be released. |
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| 2023-09-20 | Renewal | 3270.131(b)(2) - Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.131(b)(2) Description: Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months Noncompliance Area: Observed child file #5 contained a most recent health assessment dated 5/13/22, which was dated more than 15 months ago. 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.) Childs health report was updated and returned to the facility. |
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| 2023-09-20 | Renewal | 3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) - Immunization record/Dismissal policy | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) Description: Immunization record/Dismissal policy Noncompliance Area: Observed child file #5 and #4 did not contain written verification of ongoing flu vaccines administered in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP. 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). |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Child files 4 and 5 were returned with flu vaccination intentions. |
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| 2023-09-20 | Renewal | 3270.133(5) - Original label | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.133(5) Description: Original label Noncompliance Area: Observed an expired epi pen in the locked medication box in the preschool/school age room. Correction Required: Medication shall be stored in accordance with the manufacturer's or health professional's instructions on the original label. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Expired epi pen will be returned to parent and will be replaced with a current one. |
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| 2023-09-20 | Renewal | 3270.133(7) - Medication log | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.133(7) Description: Medication log Noncompliance Area: Observed the operator did not have an established medication log for an epi pen, children's benadryl, and prescription diaper cream which are stored at used at the facility. Correction Required: An operator is responsible to establish and maintain a medication log if prescription or nonprescription medication is administered. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Med log for epi pen was signed by parent and is posted in the appropriate place. Diaper cream was sent home with childs parents. |
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| 2023-09-20 | Renewal | 3270.134(a) - Child's hands washed | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.134(a) Description: Child's hands washed Noncompliance Area: Observed the group of children in the preschool room, who were dancing and singing prior to lunch, did not wash their hands prior to sitting down to eat their lunch. Correction Required: A staff person shall ensure that a child's hands are washed before meals and snacks, after toileting and after being diapered. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Children wash hands immediately before eating lunch. |
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| 2023-09-20 | Renewal | 3270.151(a) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.151(a) Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter Noncompliance Area: Observed staff file #2 contained an incomplete initial health assessment which was obtained after providing initial service in a childcare setting. Observed staff file #4, contained an incomplete updated health assessment which was dated more than 24 months after the previous valid health assessment. Correction Required: A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff 2 will obtain the correct documentation for health assessment. |
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| 2023-09-20 | Renewal | 3270.171(a) - Pick-up and drop-off points | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.171(a) Description: Pick-up and drop-off points Noncompliance Area: Observed the facility did not notify the local traffic authorities annually in writing of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the childcare facility within the previous 12 months. Correction Required: An operator shall notify local traffic safety authorities annually in writing of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the childcare facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Local traffic authorities were given an updated traffic safety letter. |
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| 2023-09-20 | Renewal | 3270.192(5) - Two written references | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.192(5) Description: Two written references Noncompliance Area: Observed staff file # 2 did not contain two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. Correction Required: 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.) #2 has 2 non family letters of recommendation. |
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| 2023-09-20 | Renewal | 3270.27(a)(6) - Emergency plan | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.27(a)(6) Description: Emergency plan Noncompliance Area: Observed the documentation of emergency drills revealed that the most recent emergency drill was conducted on 6/6/22 which is more than 14 months ago. Correction Required: Emergency drills shall be conducted annually. Annual emergency drills shall be documented and on file at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Emergency drill will be done immediately. |
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| 2023-09-20 | Renewal | 3270.27(f) - Emergency plan | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.27(f) Description: Emergency plan Noncompliance Area: Observed the operator did not send a copy of the updated emergency plan to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency. Correction Required: The operator shall send a copy of the emergency plan and subsequent plan updates to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) A copy of the emergency plan was sent to the local municipality and county emergency management agency. |
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| 2023-09-20 | Renewal | 3270.31(e)(4)(ii) - Fire safety - 1 yr. | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Description: Fire safety - 1 yr. Noncompliance Area: Observed staff file #1, 6, 10, 11, 13, 14 contained documentation of updated fire safety training which was conducted more than 12 months after the previous completed fire safety training. Correction Required: Staff persons shall participate, at least annually, in firesafety training conducted by a fire protection professional. Staff persons and volunteers shall receive training in maintenance of smoke detectors, the duties of facility persons during a fire drill and during a fire and the use of the facility's fire extinguishers, not including discharge of the fire suppressant agent. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff persons have fire safety training complete, but will have it complete before the 12 month mark in the future. |
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| 2023-09-20 | Renewal | 3270.31(f) - Health and Safety Training | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.31(f) Description: Health and Safety Training Noncompliance Area: Observed staff person #5 has not completed the following pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Staff #5 has not completed 3270.31(f1-9). Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10. Staff person #5 will have 11/18/23 to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #5 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an AGS who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff available to supervise staff #5, staff #5 may not work in a childcare position at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff member #5 will complete the professional development outside of 90 days for this year. |
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| 2023-09-20 | Renewal | 3270.31(f)(10) - Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.31(f)(10) Description: Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR Noncompliance Area: Observed staff file #5 contained documentation of completed pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation which was completed more than 90 days after the date of hire. Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff will complete the pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire. Staff #5 has current valid pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation. |
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| 2023-09-20 | Renewal | 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.32(a) Description: Comply with CPSL Noncompliance Area: Observed staff file #2 contained a CPSL required disclosure statement which was not signed by a witness. Observed staff file #3 contained a CPSL required disclosure statement which was signed on 2/1/23 which is after staff #3 started in a childcare position (1/16/23). Observed staff file #5, contained a CPSL required disclosure statement which was not signed by a witness. Observed staff file #5, who has been in a childcare position for 4 months did not contain a child abuse clearance or a NSOR verification letter. Observed staff file #7, a provisional hire, contained a NSOR verification letter which was dated more than 45 days after staff #7 started in a childcare position. Observed staff file #8, a provisional hire, did not contain a child abuse clearance which is required to be on file for a provisional hire. Observed staff file #9, contained a criminal background clearance which had a status of request pending. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Facility Person # -2, 3, 5, 8, and 9 - may not work in a childcare position at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff 2,3 had an updated disclosure statement completed. Staff 5 also requested NSOR be resent and does have current child abuse clearance. Staff 8 is still on medical leave and will not start until all clearances are returned. Staff 9 does have current criminal history clearance. |
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| 2023-09-20 | Renewal | 3270.36(b)(5) - HS/GED + 2 yrs | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.36(b)(5) Description: HS/GED + 2 yrs Noncompliance Area: Observed staff file #2, 3, 5, 7, 9, 12 did not contain documentation of 2 years of experience with children. Correction Required: An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff 2, and 9 should have been registered as aides. Staff 3, 5, 7 and 12 have high school diplomas and 2 years of experience. |
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| 2023-09-20 | Renewal | 3270.37(b)(3) - 8th grade + 2 yrs | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.37(b)(3) Description: 8th grade + 2 yrs Noncompliance Area: Observed staff file #9, an aide, did not contain documentation of an 8th grade education and 2 years of experience with children. Correction Required: An aide shall have a minimum of an 8th grade education and 2 years of experience with children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Requested 8th grade transcript for staff #9 and have child verification form returned. |
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| 2023-09-20 | Renewal | 3270.65 - Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.65 Description: Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less Noncompliance Area: Observed in the small preschool room, two electrical outlets and one on the end of a string of decorative lights which did not have protective receptacle covers. Correction Required: Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Decorative light was removed from the room. Protective receptacle covers were added to the electrical outlets. |
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| 2023-09-20 | Renewal | 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.66(a) Description: Locked or inaccessible Noncompliance Area: Observed hand sanitizer, labeled keep out of the reach of children, accessible to children on a low shelf in the preschool room. Observed hand sanitizer accessible to children on a low shelf in the upstairs cubby area. Observed hand sanitizer accessible to children on a bag on a low shelf in the young toddler refrigerator. Observed Fabreeze spray, labeled keep out of the reach of children, accessible to children on a low shelf in the downstairs bathroom and in an unlocked low cabinet in the infant room. Observed an instant ice pack, labeled keep out of the reach of children, accessible to children in an unlocked low cabinet in the infant room. Observed an unlocked closet on the first floor which contained paint, lysol cleaner, and disinfectant spray. Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Hand sanitizer was removed from the preschool room. All cleaning supplies and toxic items were made inaccessible to children or locked. |
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| 2023-09-20 | Renewal | 3270.66(e) - Arts and crafts non-toxic | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.66(e) Description: Arts and crafts non-toxic Noncompliance Area: Observed shaving cream, labeled keep out of the reach of children, store with the arts and crafts materials in both of the preschool room. Correction Required: Arts and crafts materials shall be nontoxic. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Shaving cream was removed from the building. |
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| 2023-09-20 | Renewal | 3270.72(b) - Screened | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.72(b) Description: Screened Noncompliance Area: Observed the middle window in the older toddler room, which was open for ventilation, had a damaged screen. Correction Required: Windows or doors used for ventilation shall be screened when open. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) This window was locked and a "do not use" sign was posted on the window. |
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| 2022-09-06 | Renewal | 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.102(a) Description: Clean and good repair Noncompliance Area: Observed a torn diaper changing pad in the infant diaper changing area. Observed in the toddler room, a bucket table which did not have the manufacturers safety straps for the seats. 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.) A protective cover was used to cover the split in the changing table pad and safety straps were placed on table. |
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| 2022-09-06 | Renewal | 3270.103 - Small Toys and Objects | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.103 Description: Small Toys and Objects Noncompliance Area: Observed in the toddler outdoor play area, many small objects/mulch with a diameter of less than 1 inch, accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Mulch has been swept and removed from playground before children enter. |
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| 2022-09-06 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(6) - Insurance coverage information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(b)(6) Description: Insurance coverage information Noncompliance Area: Observed the emergency contact information for child file #1 did not contain the health insurance policy number. Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Policy was added to the child's Emergency form. |
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| 2022-09-06 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(b)(7) Description: Name/address/phone release person Noncompliance Area: Observed the emergency contact information for child file #1 and #3 did not contain the complete 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Complete addresses were added to the child's form. |
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| 2022-09-06 | Renewal | 3270.131(e)(1) - Exemption documentation from parent/guardian | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.131(e)(1) Description: Exemption documentation from parent/guardian Noncompliance Area: Observed child file #2 and #3 did not contain written verification of ongoing flu vaccines administered 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Child #2 Exemptions for flu shot was signed by parent and placed in child's folder. Child #3 did received vaccine at latest well visit and document placed in the child file. |
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| 2022-09-06 | Renewal | 3270.133(5) - Original label | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.133(5) Description: Original label Noncompliance Area: Observed an expired epi pen on top of the refrigerator in the preschool/school age room. Correction Required: Medication shall be stored in accordance with the manufacturer's or health professional's instructions on the original label. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Parent provided us with an updated epi pen that is not expired. |
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| 2022-09-06 | Renewal | 3270.151(a) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.151(a) Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter Noncompliance Area: Observed staff file #1 contained an updated health assessment which was dated more than 26 months after the previous valid health assessment. Observed staff file #3 contained an initial health assessment which was dated more than 16 months prior to staff #3 began providing initial service in the child care setting. Observed staff file #4 contained an incomplete updated health assessment. Correction Required: A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Ensure that all health assessments will be dated and received in the allotted time frame. All areas of the form will be completed in their entirety before submitted to facility. Staff 3 and 4 obtained up to date and completed health assessments. |
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| 2022-09-06 | Renewal | 3270.31(e) - Age and Training | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.31(e) Description: Age and Training Noncompliance Area: Observed staff file #4 contained 6 documented hours of child care training, out of the required 12 clock hours of child care training, during the period of 12/19/20-12/19/21. Correction Required: A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff #4 will complete 6 hours of child care training. Staff will complete their annual 12 hours of training within the one year time frame. |
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| 2022-09-06 | Renewal | 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.32(a) Description: Comply with CPSL Noncompliance Area: Observed staff file #2 contained a volunteer child abuse clearance which is not valid for child care employment. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Facility Person # -2- may not work in a child care position at the facility until a valid child abuse clearance is obtained. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Person #2 has obtained the employee child abuse clearance for employment |
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| 2022-09-06 | Renewal | 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.66(a) Description: Locked or inaccessible Noncompliance Area: Observed hand sanitizer, labeled keep out of the reach of children, accessible to children on a low shelf in the preschool room. Observed cleaning scrubber, accessible to children, in an unlocked low cabinet in the infant toddler room. Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff has placed hand sanitizer and cleaner out of reach of children. |
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| 2022-09-06 | Renewal | 3270.72(d) - Above ground window opening restricted to 6" | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.72(d) Description: Above ground window opening restricted to 6" Noncompliance Area: Observed multiple above ground windows, which were not restricted to 6 or fewer inches, in both preschool rooms and the toddler room. Correction Required: Windows or doors above the ground floor that open directly to the outdoors and are accessible to children shall be constructed, modified or adapted to limit the opening to 6 or fewer inches. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) All windows were placed on safety lock and cannot be opened beyond the 6 in. |
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| 2022-09-06 | Renewal | 3270.76 - Building Surfaces | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.76 Description: Building Surfaces Noncompliance Area: Observed two ceiling vents in the infant room which needed to be cleaned. Observed an exposed bolt at the entrance gate to the preschool play area. Observed an elevated refrigerator in the toddler room which is a visible hazard and needs to be securely anchored to the wall. Correction Required: Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Vents were cleaned ridding them of all dust. Bolt at entrance of playground was covered with plastic bolt cover. Refrigerator was replaced with a full size refrigerator. |
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| 2022-09-06 | Renewal | 3270.94(a)(1) - Every 60 days | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.94(a)(1) Description: Every 60 days Noncompliance Area: Observed the facility did not have documentation of completing a fire drill from December 2021 until May of 2022. Correction Required: The Director 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Fire drill plans were written and provided on the correct form. |
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| 2022-09-06 | Renewal | 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) - Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Description: Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance Noncompliance Area: Observed the facility did not have documentation of testing the fire alarms at least every 30 days and also did not have a fire alarm system annual testing letter. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Documentation was written to prove that the alarms were tested every 30 days. |
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| 2020-09-23 | Renewal | 3270.107 - Refrigerator | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The refrigerator located Classroom 2, lacked a operating thermometer. Correction Required: A facility shall have an operable, clean refrigerator used to store potentially hazardous foods. The refrigerator shall be capable of maintaining food at 45 F or below. An operating thermometer shall be placed in the refrigerator. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) an operating thermometer was placed in the refrigerator. The fridge shall be capable of maintaining food at 45 degrees or below. |
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| 2020-09-23 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The Emergency Contact Form for Child #1 lacked the name, address, and telephone number 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The emerg. contact from was completed in it's entirety and all emg.contact info. must include name, address and phone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. |
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| 2020-09-23 | Renewal | 3270.151(c)(2) - Mantoux TB | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff # 6 lacked tuberculosis screening at initial employment. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff has obtained a tb screeening by their physician via the Mantoux method. All caregivers shall have the test administered upon initial employment and thereafter as directed by their physician. |
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| 2020-09-23 | Renewal | 3270.151(c)(3) - Exam communicable disease | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff # 2 contained a Health Assessment that did not include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of the examination. Correction Required: An adult health assessment must include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Caregiver had an exam for communicable diseases. Any caregiver health assessment will include and exam for communicable diseases. |
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| 2020-09-23 | Renewal | 3270.192(2)(iv) - Transcript, diploma and letters | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff # 2, lacked verification of experience and education or training. Staff was present on the day of inspection acting as an aide. Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include acceptable verification of experience, education or training is a transcript or a diploma or a letter signed by a representative of the experiential, educational or training entity. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Verification forms were completed and placed in caregiver file. All caregivers records shall include acceptable verification of experience, education, training, transcript or diploma or a letter signed by a representative of such experience. |
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| 2020-09-23 | Renewal | 3270.192(5) - Two written references | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #2, lacked two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the suitability to serve as a facility person. Correction Required: 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 person now has two written references on fie. A caregivers file shall include two written, non family references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a caregiver. |
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| 2020-09-23 | Renewal | 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The files for Staff #1, #3, #4, #5, and #6 lacked timely National Sex Offender Registry (NSOR) certificates required under the CPSL. The staff files contained NSOR certificates dated 8/17/2020, after the required date of compliance. The file for Staff #7 lacked an NSOR certificate at the time of hire. 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.) All caregiver's record will include a copy of their request for criminal record and child abuse clearance forms, a copy of their disclosure statement and a copy of clearance info. NSOR required under CPSL at the time of hire. Moving forward all paperwork that is required will be placed in empolyees folder upon hire. |
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| 2020-09-23 | Renewal | 3270.65 - Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: In Classroom 1, there was an electrical outlet located by the copy machine, that lacked a protective receptacle cover. The outlets were accessible to children 5 years of age and younger. Correction Required: Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) All electrical outlet that are accessible to children 5 years and younger will have a protective receptacle cover in . A cover was placed in the outlet that was accessible to children. |
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| 2020-09-23 | Renewal | 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: In Classroom 2, a Toddler Classroom, there was Sunscreen and Desitin labeled "Keep Out of Reach of Children," located in a unlocked bottom drawer, accessible to children. Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) All toxic materials will be kept in an area that is locked and inaccessible to children. Items were removed from drawere. |
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| 2020-09-23 | Renewal | 3270.75(c) - Has all items | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The first aid kit located in Classroom 3, lacked sterile gauze pads and nonporous gloves. 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.) Gauze pads and gloves were placed in the first aid kit. Kits will contain soap, bandages, sterile gauze pads, tweezers, tape, scissors and gloves at all times. |
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| 2020-09-23 | Renewal | 3270.76 - Building Surfaces | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: In Classroom 3, the wooden paneling was splintering causing the wall to be in disrepair. Correction Required: Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Duct tape was used to cover the splintering paneling as to not be exposed to children and staff. All areas of the childcare space will be kept in clean and good repair free from visible hazard. |
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| 2019-09-18 | Renewal | 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Observed a torn pink boppy pillow cover in the infant room. Observed a mattress in a pack in play used by an infant creating an entrapment point. Observed a broken purple toy bin in the three year old room. 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.) The pink boppy pillow has been removed from the infant room. The mattress in the pack in play for the infant has been removed and replaced with the manufacturers mattress. The purple bin has been removed and replaced in the 3 year old room. Staff will continue to monitor the toys and equipment to make sure they remain in good repair. |
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| 2019-09-18 | Renewal | 3270.103 - Small Toys and Objects | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Observed several small objects with a diameter of less than 1 inch in drawers on a low table accessible to children in the toddler room. Observed wood chips with a diameter of less than 1 inch in the toddler outdoor play area. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) All objects with a diameter of less than one inch have been removed from drawers that were located on the small table. The wood chips have been vacuumed from the floor and will be done so daily. |
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| 2019-09-18 | Renewal | 3270.123(b) - Parent receives original | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Observed child file #1 and #2 contained original agreements. Correction Required: A parent shall receive the original agreement. The facility shall retain a copy of the agreement. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Copies were made and parents have received the original copy of their child's agreement, the copy has been placed in the child's file. Parents will receive the original agreements in the future. |
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| 2019-09-18 | Renewal | 3270.151(a) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Observed staff file #1 and #3 contained initial health assessments which were dated after providing initial service in a child care setting. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff #1 and #3 have current valid health assessments. All staff shall maintain initial health assessment before first day of working with children. |
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| 2019-09-18 | Renewal | 3270.31(e)(4)(ii) - Fire safety - 1 yr. | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Observed the fire safety training documentation revealed that when all staff were trained in fire safety, the training was conducted 14 months after the previous fire safety training. Correction Required: Staff persons shall participate, at least annually, in firesafety training conducted by a fire protection professional. Staff persons and volunteers shall receive training in maintenance of smoke detectors, the duties of facility persons during a fire drill and during a fire and the use of the facility's fire extinguishers, not including discharge of the fire suppressant agent. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) All staff are currently trained in fire safety. In the future I will ensure that all staff obtain all training within the annual time frame and not to exceed the 12 month period. |
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| 2019-09-18 | Renewal | 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Observed staff file #3, did not contain documentation of applying for the child abuse clearance prior to working in a child care position. Observed staff file #1 did not contain a new signed disclosure statement at the time they were rehired after separating service at the facility. Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) I will provide documentation and be certain that all staff will maintain documentation of applying for clearances. prior to working in a child care position. Staff #1 has signed an updated disclosure statement. The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). |
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| 2019-09-18 | Renewal | 3270.36(b)(5) - HS/GED + 2 yrs | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Observed staff file #1 and #2 did not contain documentation of 2 years experience with children. Correction Required: An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) I have updated and included proof that the above staff have documentation of 2 years experience. Documentation of experience will be maintained in the staff files. |
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| 2019-09-18 | Renewal | 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Observed white out labeled keep out of the reach of children accessible to children in a plastic drawer on a low table. Observed Aquaphor and sunscreen labeled keep out of the reach of children accessible to children in the cubby area of the foyer. Observed disinfecting wipes and spray accessible to children on a low shelf in the bathroom used by the children. Observed Clorox wipes accessible to children on the teachers desk in the preschool room. Observed shaving cream labeled keep out of the reach of children in the preschool cabinet. Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) All cleaning materials and toxic items have been removed or moved to an area that is inaccessible to the children where they will remain. |
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| 2019-09-18 | Renewal | 3270.67(d) - Contaminated trash in closed plastic-lined receptacle | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Observed the trash can in the preschool room did not have a lid and contained used tissues. Correction Required: Trash that has been contaminated by human secretions or excrement shall be contained in closed, plastic-lined receptacles. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The trash can has been replaced with a can that has a lid and will be maintained in the room. |
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| 2019-09-18 | Renewal | 3270.74 - Emergency Numbers Posted | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Observed the required emergency telephone numbers were not posted by the phone and were not on the portable phone in the infant room. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The list of emergency phone numbers has been posted beside the base of the phone in the infant room where it will remain. |
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| 2019-09-18 | Renewal | 3270.75(c) - Has all items | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Observed the first aid kit in the toddler room did not contain scissors. 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.) Scissors have been placed in the first aid kit along with all of the other required items and staff will continue to monitor the first aid kit. |
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| 2019-09-18 | Renewal | 3270.76 - Building Surfaces | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Observed a spot of splintering paneling under the birthday sign in the preschool room. Correction Required: Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The splintered paneling has been removed and cleared from hazards. Staff will continue to monitor the building surfaces. |
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| 2019-09-18 | Renewal | 3270.91(a) - Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Observed a stroller partially blocking the rear egress from the facility. Observed a small couch on the stair landing between the first and second floor of the building. Correction Required: Stairways, hallways, exits from rooms, exits from the facility and other means of egress serving as an exit shall be unobstructed. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The stroller and couch have been removed clearing the path from obstruction. The operator to make sure the exits remain clear. |
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| 2018-09-26 | Renewal | 3270.104(a) - Clean, good repair, proper size | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: A table in the Preschool Room had exposed nails on the bottom where it attaches to the legs. Correction Required: Furniture must be durable, safe, easily cleaned and appropriate for the child's size, age and special needs. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The table in the preschool room has been fixed and now meets regulations. All equipment will be monitored for safety. |
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| 2018-09-26 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(3) - Parent home/work address, phone | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The file for child #2 lacked the work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent. Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Parent noted that they are stay at home parent on enrollment forms and included father's work information. All forms will include enrolling parent work and home information. |
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| 2018-09-26 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The file for child #1 lacked the address and telephone number 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Parent completed address and phone numbers of the individuals who are designated to pick their children up. All forms will have this information. |
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| 2018-09-26 | Renewal | 3270.151(a) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #6 lacked a health assessment updated every 24 months. The assessments observed on file were dated 7/11/16 and 9/8/18, exceeding 24 months between assessments. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) From now on I will be certain that each caregiver will not exceed 24 months in between receiving updated health assessments. |
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| 2018-09-26 | Renewal | 3270.151(c)(3) - Exam communicable disease | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #3 lacked a statement on their health assessment that included an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination. Correction Required: An adult health assessment must include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) A form was taken to doctor to complete form including examination for communicable disease and the results. All health assessments will have examination for diseases. |
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| 2018-09-26 | Renewal | 3270.27(c) - Training regarding plan | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The files for staff #1, #2, and #3 lacked emergency plan training at the time of initial employment. Current training was observed on file. Correction Required: The operator shall assure that each facility person receives training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment, on an annual basis and at the time of each plan update. The operator shall document the date of each training and the names of all facility persons who received the training and kept on file at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Emergency plan training will take place within 2 weeks of being hired and updated every year there after |
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| 2018-09-26 | Renewal | 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #1 was observed having a hire date of 1/20/18 and Mandated Reporter training completed on 5/22/18, exceeding 90 day provisional period after employment in child care. 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.) All mandated reporter training will be completed within 90 days of hire date. All clearances shall be in hand prior to start date. |
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