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Zion Weekday Ministries

Sarver, PA · Butler County
209 N Pike Rd, Sarver, PA 16055
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Capacity
26 children
Subsidized Program
Participates
State Rating
2

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Contact Information

📞 (724) 355-4285
209 N Pike Rd
Sarver, PA 16055
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✓ Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
CER-00250112
License Issued
Jan 13, 2026
Active Through
Jan 13, 2027
Issued By
Pennsylvania Department of Education and Public Welfare
District Office
Early Learning Resource Center for Region 3

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Zion Weekday Ministries is a Child Care Center in SARVER PA, with a maximum capacity of 26 children. The provider also participates in a subsidized child care program.

Hours of Operation

  • Monday7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
  • Tuesday7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
  • Wednesday7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
  • Thursday7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
  • Friday7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed

Inspection/Report History

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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2025-10-27 Renewal 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.102(a)

Description: Clean and good repair

Noncompliance Area: Broken/cracked magnetic tiles in poor condition with rough, sharp edges, posing a risk of pinching or breaking the skin, were observed in the preschool 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Broken toys were immediately found and throw away at the time of inspection.
2025-10-27 Renewal 3270.123(a)(3) - Services proceeded Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(3)

Description: Services proceeded

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #2 did not have a Child Service Report Form, informing the family about the child's growth and development.

Correction Required: The services to be provided to the family and the child, including the Department's approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided. The operator shall complete and update the form and provide a copy to the family in accordance with the updates regarding emergency contact information in § 3270.124(f) (relating to emergency contact information).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
DRDP evaluation (evaluation tool approved by PA DHS as a replacement for child services report) was completed for Child #2 and placed in his file.
2025-10-27 Renewal 3270.124(b)(6) - Insurance coverage information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(6)

Description: Insurance coverage information

Noncompliance Area: Emergency contact information for Child # 5 did not include health insurance coverage and policy number under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Family was contacted immediately and responded right away providing missing information for Child# 5.
2025-10-27 Renewal 3270.131(b)(2) - Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(b)(2)

Description: Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months

Noncompliance Area: The most recent health report for child #1 was 08/30/2024, more than 12 months prior to the renewal inspection.

Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Family returned most recent health assessment from pediatrician, dated 1/11/2025.
2025-10-27 Renewal 3270.171(a) - Pick-up and drop-off points Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.171(a)

Description: Pick-up and drop-off points

Noncompliance Area: No evidence observed that the operator notified local traffic safety authorities in the past year in writing of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the child care facility.

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 child care facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A letter to the local fire and police department was sent out immediately following the inspection.
2025-10-27 Renewal 3270.27(c) - Training regarding plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(c)

Description: Training regarding plan

Noncompliance Area: No dated documentation of facility persons #s 1, and 2 receiving training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment, on an annual basis and at the time of each plan update was observed in the facility files.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff recieved training and signed and dated the cover of our emergency plan book per the regulation.
2025-07-31 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.115(a)(5) - Staff:child ratios while swimming Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.115(a)(5)

Description: Staff:child ratios while swimming

Noncompliance Area: At approximately 1:20 pm, 8 children were observed to be using an inflatable water slide, with 2 slides, where water pools at the bottom of the slides creating a wading pool. When assessing supervision and ratio, staff person #1 and #2 were sharing the group of 8 children, between the ages of 5 years (preschool) and 11 years of age. Each staff person identified all 8 children exceeding a 1:5 staff ratio for wading based on the youngest child in the group, a preschool age child.

Correction Required: The staff-child ratios while children are swimming are Infant 1:1; Young or older toddler 1:2; Preschool 1:5; Young school-age 1:6; Older school-age1:8.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We are no longer swimming or wading.
2025-07-31 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: The file of staff #2 did not contain a completed NSOR verification certificate prior to their start date at the facility (see LIS code sheet) or a completed disclosure statement.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff #2 was placed on leave until NSOR and disclosure statement were completed and placed in staff file.
2025-07-31 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii) - Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility Compliant - Finalized

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

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

Noncompliance Area: The file of staff #2, identified as an assistant group supervisor, did not contain documentation of education and/or experience to verify they qualify for the position.

Correction Required: A staff person or a substitute staff person shall meet one of the applicable staff qualifications for the position in which the person is performing. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff #2 was placed on leave until college transcript and hours of experience were completed and placed in staff file.
2025-07-31 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.62(b) - Play space - 65 square feet/child Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.62(b)

Description: Play space - 65 square feet/child

Noncompliance Area: The blacktop driveway by 2 garages behind the center was set up as an outdoor play space with equipment including child-size picnic tables, a play basketball hoop and playhouse. The space is not measured play space and was being utilized by 8 children in care.

Correction Required: Outdoor or indoor play space shall be measured at 65 square feet per child.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
While there were no cars present in garage or black top space and cones were used as a barrier to visually remind children and vehicles to stop, the space was not measured as licensed space. It will not be used for childcare.
2025-07-31 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.66(a)

Description: Locked or inaccessible

Noncompliance Area: In the preschool classroom, a staff person's purse containing Advil labeled "keep out of the reach of children" was sitting on a table accessible to children in care. In the facility entry way, 2 cans of sunscreen which were labeled "keep out of the reach of children" were on the edge of the cubby accessible to the children in care. In the unlocked storage space in the hall, Clorox wipes, Lysol, YUAMDOE floor cleaner, Cloromax bleach, Eco's Stain and Odor spray, all labeled "keep out of the reach of children," were on the counter accessible to children in care. In an unlocked drawer in the same storage room, Advil labeled "staff" and "keep out of the reach of children," was 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff personal items along with sunscreen and bug repellant are kept in the locked utility room. A new lock was placed on the utility room door since the previous one failed without staff realizing it (until the day of inspection).
2025-07-31 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.94(a)(9) - Written record Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.94(a)(9)

Description: Written record

Noncompliance Area: Based on a conversation with staff #1, fire drills were occurring at least every 60 days, however, they were unable to locate the documentation indicating the specific time of day of the drill, the hypothetical location of the fire, the evacuation time, and the names of the facility persons and the number of children who participate in the fire drill.

Correction Required: The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that a written record is maintained on file at the facility indicating the specific time of day of the drill, the hypothetical location of the fire, the evacuation time, and the names of the facility persons and the number of children who participate in the fire drill.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The missing fire drill logs were located and relocated to the entrance by the parent board for better visibility as suggested by the DHS rep.
2025-07-31 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) - Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)

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

Noncompliance Area: Based on a conversation with staff #1, 30-day testing of the fire detection system was being completed, however, they were unable to locate the documentation verifying the testing occurred at least every 30 days in accordance with section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)).

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The missing fire detection test logs were relocated to the entrance by the parent board for better visibility as suggested by the DHS rep.
2024-11-01 Renewal 3270.103 - Small Toys and Objects Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.103

Description: Small Toys and Objects

Noncompliance Area: In the preschool classroom, where toddlers were receiving care, multiple foam "noodles" approximately 12 inches long were in a bin on the floor, markers with removeable caps less than an inch in diameter were on a shelf and plastic bags were on the table, all accessible to children 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All items were moved to high shelving out of reach of kids while DHS rep was in the room with staff.
2024-11-01 Renewal 3270.106(a) - Clean, age appropriate Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.106(a)

Description: Clean, age appropriate

Noncompliance Area: Two pack and plays in the toddler room were not labeled with the name of the child for whom they are intended for use.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Each pack n play was labeled with child's name.
2024-11-01 Renewal 3270.113(a)(1) - Staff assigned to specific children Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(a)(1)

Description: Staff assigned to specific children

Noncompliance Area: At approximately 9:50 am, as the certification representative walked through the unlocked door to the facility, staff #1 came out of the preschool classroom and turned as if to answer the door and met the certification representative who had already entered. As we entered the classroom together, staff #2 was observed standing in the doorway between the preschool and toddler classrooms supervising 6 children in the preschool classroom and 1 young toddler in the toddler classroom, unable to be physically present in both childcare spaces. Staff #1 stated they left the preschool room to answer the door.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The staff immediately returned to the classroom and was out for only a few moments.
2024-11-01 Renewal 3270.123(a) - Signed Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)

Description: Signed

Noncompliance Area: The financial agreement of child #1 was not signed by the parent.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The parent of child #1 signed the financial agreement form.
2024-11-01 Renewal 3270.123(b) - Parent receives original Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(b)

Description: Parent receives original

Noncompliance Area: The original financial agreement, as well as a copy, was in the file of child #1.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The original agreement form was given to the parent. The copy was kept in the child #1's file.
2024-11-01 Renewal 3270.124(a) - Each child emergency contact person Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(a)

Description: Each child emergency contact person

Noncompliance Area: There was no emergency contact information on file for child #1 and #2.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information is required for each enrolled child. Emergency contact information must reference who shall be contacted in an emergency.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The emergency contact form for child #1 and child #2 has been completed and is in their file on the Brightwheel app. .
2024-11-01 Renewal 3270.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(7)

Description: Name/address/phone release person

Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact form of child #3 listed a release person's name and telephone number but did not have their address.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The missing information was filled in for Child #3 emergency contact form.
2024-11-01 Renewal 3270.124(c) - Each child care space Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(c)

Description: Each child care space

Noncompliance Area: Emergency contact information for child #1 and #2 was not present in the preschool classroom where the children were 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The completed emergency contact form for children #1 and #2 were placed in their file on the Brightwheel app.
2024-11-01 Renewal 3270.124(e) - Written emergency plan posted Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(e)

Description: Written emergency plan posted

Noncompliance Area: A written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency was not posted in the toddler room.

Correction Required: A written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency shall be displayed conspicuously in every child care space and shall accompany a staff person who leaves on an excursion with children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The emergency transportation plan had fallen off the wall and was resting on the window sill was immediately reposted in the presence of the DHS rep.
2024-11-01 Renewal 3270.135(a)(3) - Disposable diapers Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.135(a)(3)

Description: Disposable diapers

Noncompliance Area: The trash can by the changing table in the girl's restroom was not lidded and hands-free.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
While the DHS rep was in the restroom, the lidded trash can was switched out for a hands free trash can as necessary per diapering regulations.
2024-11-01 Renewal 3270.165 - Menus Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.165

Description: Menus

Noncompliance Area: The facility did not have a menu to post or provide to families.

Correction Required: An operator shall conspicuously post the menu at least 1 week in advance or provide a menu to each family.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A menu was posted for parents to view upon entry to the building.
2024-11-01 Renewal 3270.171(b) - Safe pick-up and drop-off in writing Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.171(b)

Description: Safe pick-up and drop-off in writing

Noncompliance Area: The facility did not have documentation of safe pick-up and drop-off points posted at the facility or documentation it was communicated to families in writing.

Correction Required: Safe pedestrian crossways, pick-up and drop-off points and bike routes shall be appropriately determined in the vicinity of the facility and communicated to the children and parents in writing.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Pick-up and drop-off points are outlined and posted by the entrance door. A list of required postings is noted in policy hand book and will be checked to ensure postings are still hanging.
2024-11-01 Renewal 3270.27(f) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(f)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: The facility did not have documentation of the emergency plan being sent to their local emergency management agency.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A copy of the emergency plan was mailed to both Buffalo Township PD and Fire Department. A picture of the envelopes was taken as documentation.
2024-11-01 Renewal 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)

Description: Comply with CPSL

Noncompliance Area: The file of staff #3 did not contain a completed disclosure statement.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A signed copy of the disclosure statement for STAFF#3 was placed in the staff file.
2024-11-01 Renewal 3270.52 - Mixed Age Level Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.52

Description: Mixed Age Level

Noncompliance Area: At approximately 9:50 am, as the certification representative walked through the unlocked door to the facility, staff #1 came out of the preschool classroom and turned as if to answer the door and met the certification representative who had already entered. When staff #1 left the preschool classroom, 6 children (4 preschoolers and 2 young toddlers) were left without a staff person creating a 0:6 ratio. As we entered the preschool classroom, staff #2 was observed to be standing in the doorway between the toddler and preschool rooms. Staff #2 identified one young toddler in the toddler room they were supervising. Staff #1 then identified 4 preschool children and 2 young toddlers in the preschool classroom, exceeding the 1:5 staff to child ratio as the youngest child in their group was a young toddler.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The staff person brought the child into the room with the other children. One staff had 4 children in their ratio and the other had 3 in their ratio.
2024-11-01 Renewal 3270.82(h) - Handwashing signs Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.82(h)

Description: Handwashing signs

Noncompliance Area: A handwashing sign was not posted at the changing table in the girl's restroom.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A handwashing sign was posted on the wall above the changing table.
2024-11-01 Renewal 3270.91(a) - Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.91(a)

Description: Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed

Noncompliance Area: A child's play couch, which was converted into the lounger position, was in front of the exit doors in the toddler classroom.

Correction Required: Stairways, hallways, exits from rooms, exits from the facility and other means of egress serving as an exit shall be unobstructed.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The soft Disney character couch (weighing less than a pound) was immediately moved away from the right door.
2024-11-01 Renewal 3270.94(a)(9) - Written record Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.94(a)(9)

Description: Written record

Noncompliance Area: The hypothetical location of the fire was not documented for the fire drills on the fire drill log.

Correction Required: The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that a written record is maintained on file at the facility indicating the specific time of day of the drill, the hypothetical location of the fire, the evacuation time, and the names of the facility persons and the number of children who participate in the fire drill.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Fire Drill was completed on November 15th and logs were updated to reflect this new date.
2024-11-01 Renewal 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) - Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)

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

Noncompliance Area: Documentation of the most current test of the fire detection system to ensure operability was conducted on 7/12/2024, more than 30 days prior to the date of the inspection (11/1/2024).

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The fire detection system was tested (found to be working as it should) and documented at the time of annual inspection with DHS rep on November 1, 2024.
2024-07-11 Initial review 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.102(a)

Description: Clean and good repair

Noncompliance Area: A child-size Dora couch was torn exposing the foam cushion.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The couch was removed from the building for repairs
2024-07-11 Initial review 3270.124(e) - Written emergency plan posted Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(e)

Description: Written emergency plan posted

Noncompliance Area: A written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency was not posted in the toddler and preschool classrooms.

Correction Required: A written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency shall be displayed conspicuously in every child care space and shall accompany a staff person who leaves on an excursion with children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Emergency Transportation Plan outlining the plan for if a child needs to be taken by ambulance to the hospital was created making clear instructions for staff and students left behind and posted in each room and on the parent board.
2024-07-11 Initial review 3270.14/3270.21 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: Though the facility did have a written plan of strategies for coping with a crying, fussing or distraught child, the written plan did not address shaken baby syndrome or recognition of potential signs and symptoms of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma and the prevention and identification of child maltreatment.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The written plan was changed to address shaken baby syndrome and the recognition of potential signs and symptoms of shaken baby syndrome along with abusive head trauma. The changes to the plan are also used to prevent and identify child maltreatment.
2024-07-11 Initial review 3270.14/3270.21 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: The emergency plan did not contain volunteer emergency preparedness training, or a continuity of operations plan includes, backing up or retrieving health and other key records/files and managing financial issues such as paying employees and bills, repairs and continuing to run the business after a disaster or emergency.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The emergency plan was updated to contain volunteer emergency preparedness training, and a continuity of operations plan. The continuity of operations plan was updated to include; the retrieval of health and other key records/files, the management of finances and the continuation of the business after the disaster/emergency.
2024-07-11 Initial review 3270.151(c)(3)/3270.192(3) - Exam communicable disease/Health assessment, TB test Compliant - Finalized

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

Description: Exam communicable disease/Health assessment, TB test

Noncompliance Area: The file of staff #1 contained a health assessment which included an examination for communicable diseases but did not include the complete results of the examination.

Correction Required: An adult health assessment must include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination. A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The health assessment was corrected and signed by the correction by the facility completing the health assessment.
2024-07-11 Initial review 3270.27(a)(1) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(a)(1)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: The emergency plan did not include a plan for the accommodations of the children in the event of a lock-down at the facility.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The emergency plan was updated to include a plan for lock-down.
2024-07-11 Initial review 3270.27(d) - Plan posted Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(d)

Description: Plan posted

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

Correction Required: The operator shall post the emergency plan in the facility at a conspicuous location.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A posting stating the emergency plan is available upon request was posted by the front door while DHS rep was in facility.
2024-07-11 Initial review 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)

Description: Comply with CPSL

Noncompliance Area: The dissemination date of the PA state police clearance for staff #1 was missing from the bottom of the clearance making it incomplete. A new clearance was immediately requested and received on the date of the inspection.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff #1 requested a new clearance and immediately received it on the date of the inspection.
2024-07-11 Initial review 3270.74 - Emergency Numbers Posted Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.74

Description: Emergency Numbers Posted

Noncompliance Area: The telephone number of the nearest hospital was not posted by the telephone at the facility.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The telephone number to the closest hospital (Bulter Hospital) was added to the phone list.
2024-07-11 Initial review 3270.82(g) - Clean and good repair Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.82(g)

Description: Clean and good repair

Noncompliance Area: In the girl's restroom, the faucet on the far sink would spray water out of the left side of the spout onto the counter when turned on.

Correction Required: Toilet areas and fixtures shall be cleaned daily and be in good repair.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The water was shut off to the sink that was leaking from the faucet.
2024-07-11 Initial review 3270.91(a) - Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.91(a)

Description: Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed

Noncompliance Area: The exit door in the toddler classroom was blocked by a baby stroller wagon.

Correction Required: Stairways, hallways, exits from rooms, exits from the facility and other means of egress serving as an exit shall be unobstructed.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The stroller was moved to a different parking space in the classroom.
2024-07-11 Initial review 3270.94(a)(5) - Evacuation routes posted Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.94(a)(5)

Description: Evacuation routes posted

Noncompliance Area: The evacuation routes were not posted in the facility.

Correction Required: The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that evacuation routes are posted in a conspicuous location on each floor of the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Evacuation routes were placed in each room while DHS rep was still in space.
2024-05-06 NS - Uncertified Unannounced Monitoring NS - Uncertified Unannounced Monitoring Non Compliant - Finalized

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