Tiny Tots Childcare & Learning Center
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We've had our daughter in the Tiny Tots center for almost 4 years now and every morning she's always looking forward to going to "school"! The staff has made this such a rewarding and educational experience for her. It's reassuring to know that my daughter is not only being well taken care of, but she is learning, growing, making new friends and experiencing new things in a fun environment. Plus the new daycare facility is AMAZING! So perfect for the children and staff! They truly care for the children and their families in the center.
~ Susie Mathus
Orbisonia, Pa
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About the Provider
Hours of Operation
- Monday5:00 AM - 10:00 PM
- Tuesday5:00 AM - 10:00 PM
- Wednesday5:00 AM - 10:00 PM
- Thursday5:00 AM - 10:00 PM
- Friday5:00 AM - 10:00 PM
- Saturday 5:00 AM - 10:00 PM
- Sunday 5:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Inspection/Report History
Where possible, ChildcareCenter provides inspection reports as a service to families. This information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed. We encourage families to contact the daycare provider directly with any questions or concerns. Reports can also be verified with your local daycare licensing office.
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| 2026-01-12 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(2) - Physician name, address, phone | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(b)(2) Description: Physician name, address, phone Noncompliance Area: Emergency contact information for Child #2 did not include the complete address of the child's physician or source of medical care. Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The emergency contact record for Child #2 has been updated to include the complete name, address, and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care. The emergency contact information is now complete and compliant with requirements. |
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| 2026-01-12 | 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: Emergency contact information for Child #1 did not include the 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 emergency contact record for Child #1 has been updated to include the telephone number of the individual designated by the parent for child release. The emergency contact information is now complete and compliant with requirements. |
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| 2026-01-12 | 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: Child #3, a young toddler, lacked HIB and Pneumococcal immunizations according to the recommendations of the ACIP. Child #3 had documentation of 2 HIB immunizations and 2 Pneumococcal immunizations. Child #4, an older toddler, lacked MMR and Varicella immunizations according to the recommendations of the ACIP. Child #4 had no documentation of MMR and Varicella immunizations. 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.) I reviewed the immunization records for Child #3 and Child #4 in accordance with ACIP recommendations and .Child #3, a young toddler, was identified as lacking the required HIB and Pneumococcal immunizations. The parent was notified, and the child was excluded from care until updated immunization documentation was received. The child's health record has been updated to reflect current immunization status. Child #4, an older toddler, was identified as lacking documentation of MMR and Varicella immunizations according to ACIP recommendations. The parent was notified, and the child was excluded from care until immunization documentation was provided. The child's health record has been updated to reflect compliance. |
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| 2026-01-12 | Renewal | 3270.76 - Building Surfaces | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.76 Description: Building Surfaces Noncompliance Area: Observed approximately 2-inch holes on the bottom section of the fence attached to the back of the building in the outdoor play space. Observed approximately 1/2-inch holes on the bottom of the 2nd section of the fence from the building in the outdoor play space. Observed approximately 1/2 to 2-inch holes on the bottom of the 3rd section of the fence from the post opposite the center located at the back of the outdoor play space. Observed approximately 1-inch holes on the bottom of the 6th section of the fence located across from the entrance to the outdoor play space. Observed exposed screws on the deck located at the rear entrance to the outdoor play space. Observed rotted wood along the bottom of the deck located at the rear entrance and to the left of the steps leading to the outdoor play space. Observed splintering wood on the first step of the deck located at the rear entrance leading to the outdoor play space. 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 fencing will be repaired or replaced based on cost. All exposed screws on the rear deck will be removed or properly secured, and any rotted or splintered wood on the deck and steps will be repaired or replaced to restore smooth, safe walking surfaces free of sharp edges or deterioration. |
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| 2026-01-12 | Renewal | 3270.82(g) - Clean and good repair | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.82(g) Description: Clean and good repair Noncompliance Area: Observed a broken toilet handle in the bathroom located in the hallway towards the front of the building. Correction Required: Toilet areas and fixtures shall be cleaned daily and be in good repair. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The broken toilet handle was repaired on January 25. The fixture is now in good repair and will continue to be cleaned daily and monitored as part of routine maintenance. |
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| 2026-01-12 | Renewal | 3270.94(a)(4) - Hypothetical locations | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.94(a)(4) Description: Hypothetical locations Noncompliance Area: The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter did not ensure the hypothetical locations of the fire were rotated around the facility for each drill such that the hypothetical location was never the same for consecutive drills. Correction Required: The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter ensure the hypothetical locations of the fire are rotated around the facility for each drill such that the hypothetical location is never the same for consecutive drills. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The fire drill procedure has been updated to ensure hypothetical fire locations are rotated and not repeated for consecutive drills. Fire drill records will be reviewed after each drill to ensure ongoing compliance. |
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| 2025-01-28 | 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 approximately a 2-foot by 2-foot foam square with loose pieces in the Infant Room. Observed approximately a 3-inch tear at the bottom of the Mickey Mouse children's sofa in the Preschool Front 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.) Removed 2 foot by 2 foot foam square. Removed Mickey Mouse children's sofa from the child care space. |
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| 2025-01-28 | Renewal | 3270.106(a) - Clean, age appropriate | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.106(a) Description: Clean, age appropriate Noncompliance Area: Observed rest equipment not labeled for the use of a specific child in the Activity Room. 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.) Labeled with the child's name. |
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| 2025-01-28 | 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: Emergency contact information for Child #1 did not include the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Child #1 is no longer enrolled. |
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| 2025-01-28 | 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: The file of Child #2, a 35-month-old, lacked Pneumococcal immunizations according to the recommendations of the ACIP. Child #2 had documentation of 3 Pneumococcal immunizations. 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.) Called the parent and let them know that the Pneumococcal immunization is required to attend childcare not only at Tiny Tots but any program in PA. Then called the doctor's office and let them know it was needed. They confirmed it was not given. Child #2 is no longer enrolled. |
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| 2025-01-28 | Renewal | 3270.14/3270.21 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21 Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Noncompliance Area: The emergency plan did not address continuity of operations. 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.) I have added continuity of operations to Tiny Tots Emergency Plan for review. |
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| 2025-01-28 | Renewal | 3270.165 - Menus | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.165 Description: Menus Noncompliance Area: The operator did not conspicuously post the menu at least 1 week in advance. Correction Required: An operator shall conspicuously post the menu at least 1 week in advance or provide a menu to each family. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) To post a six week menu. |
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| 2025-01-28 | Renewal | 3270.21 - General Health and Safety | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.21 Description: General Health and Safety Noncompliance Area: Observed a cord to a white noise machine which was not secured creating a potential tripping and/or strangulation hazard in the Infant Room. 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.) Cord was moved to now be behind the play cube and shelf. Shelf is also pushed tight again the toy cube. |
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| 2025-01-28 | Renewal | 3270.27(e) - Letter to parents | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.27(e) Description: Letter to parents Noncompliance Area: The letter provided to the parent explaining emergency procedures did not address accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions. Correction Required: The operator shall provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining the emergency procedures. The operator shall also provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining any subsequent update to the plan. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Put most current letter and updated ones in folder/binder explaining emergency procedures for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions. The updated letter was given to parents. |
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| 2025-01-28 | Renewal | 3270.31(e)(4)(i) - Age and Training | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.31(e)(4)(i) Description: Age and Training Noncompliance Area: Staff #1, #2, and #3 lacked renewal of their certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation on or before the expiration of the most current certification. The most current certification on file for Staff #1, #2, and #3 was dated 10/3/24 with the previous certification dated 9/8/22. Correction Required: Competence is the completion of training by a professional in the field of first-aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). All staff persons shall renew their certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on or before the expiration of the most current certification. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff have current training. To double check the training date and make sure it is written down in datebook correctly for first aid and pediatric CPR. |
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| 2025-01-28 | Renewal | 3270.34(a)(6) - Staff evaluations | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.34(a)(6) Description: Staff evaluations Noncompliance Area: The file of Staff #3 lacked a written evaluation on a regular basis, a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months (SEE LIS Code Sheet). The file of Staff #3 contained a written evaluation dated 9/30/24 with a previous one dated 7/1/23. 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.) Staff has a current evaluation. Keep evaluations together for the past 12 months. |
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| 2025-01-28 | Renewal | 3270.76 - Building Surfaces | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.76 Description: Building Surfaces Noncompliance Area: Observed an exposed screw in the opposite corner of the door in the Infant 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.) Screw was covered. |
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| 2025-01-28 | Renewal | 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.77(a) Description: No peeling paint or plaster Noncompliance Area: Observed several small holes approximately 1/4-inch to 1/2-inch in diameter on the drywall behind the door and on the drywall across from the door in the Playroom. Observed peeling paint to the right of the doll house in the Playroom. Observed approximately a 1-inch by 1/2-inch hole in the drywall to the right of the dollhouse and above the electrical outlet in the Playroom. Observed 2 approximately 1/2-inch holes in the drywall to the right of the door leading to the Playroom. Observed 2 approximately 1/2-inch pieces of drywall missing to the right of the sink in the Infant Room. Observed several small holes in the drywall on the archway to the right of the door leading to the outdoor play space. Correction Required: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Holes/peeling paint were covered. Put wall corner cover up the corner of the walls where the area damaged leading to the play yard (at the door). |
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| 2024-01-25 | Renewal | 3270.133(3) - Name on bottle | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.133(3) Description: Name on bottle Noncompliance Area: It was observed samples of sting relief and liquid skin in the first aid kit in the childcare front room that was not labeled for individual use. It was also observed insect repellent in a child's open diaper bag accessible to other children marked "Keep out of reach of Children". Correction Required: The label of a medication container shall identify the name of the medication and the name of the child for whom the medication is intended. Medication shall be administered to only the child whose name appears on the container. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Removed sting relief and liquid skin from first aid kit. Sent notice to parents to not bring diaper bags into the program. |
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| 2024-01-25 | Renewal | 3270.135(a)(3) - Disposable diapers | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.135(a)(3) Description: Disposable diapers Noncompliance Area: It was observed on the day of inspection, that a staff member put a soiled diaper in a plastic bag and then discarded it in the hands-free covered can. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Not to put pooped diapers in a tied bag in the future. |
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| 2024-01-25 | Renewal | 3270.21 - General Health and Safety | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.21 Description: General Health and Safety Noncompliance Area: A large upright freezer in the child care space, accessible to children was observed not to be locked. A large fax machine with a phone cord hanging off the top cubby in the front room was observed, posing a threat to the safety of 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.) Locked freezer and got rid of fax machine. |
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| 2024-01-25 | Renewal | 3270.52/3270.113(a)(1) - Mixed Age Level/Staff assigned to specific children | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.52/3270.113(a)(1) Description: Mixed Age Level/Staff assigned to specific children Noncompliance Area: On the day of inspection, January 24, 2024, it was observed that staff #1 came to the door and left one infant, two young toddlers, two old toddlers and two preschool children with one staff member. 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). 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Confirm that each staff are with their group of children. |
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| 2024-01-25 | Renewal | 3270.76 - Building Surfaces | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.76 Description: Building Surfaces Noncompliance Area: It was observed that the finial on the railing of the outdoor deck was broken and cracked causing splintering. 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.) Removed railing toppers. |
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| 2024-01-25 | 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: The facility fire drill log showed that the facility has not been regularly testing the facility's fire detection system every 30 days. This is evidenced by testing being done; 1/2/23-2/3/23- 3/4/23, and also 7/3/23-8/6/23; 11/3/23-12/12/23. Correction Required: Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)). The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Test fire system two times per month. |
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| 2023-01-30 | Renewal | 3270.103 - Small Toys and Objects | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.103 Description: Small Toys and Objects Noncompliance Area: It was observed located in the play kitchen area; green bubble wrap 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.) Provider threw out the bubble wrap and the door will remain locked. |
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| 2023-01-30 | 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: The health report on file for Child #1 and Child #2 did not contain documentation of an influenza vaccine being administered with in the last year in accordance with the recommendations of 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.) Parents provided facility with a note that they refused a flu shot. |
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| 2023-01-30 | Renewal | 3270.133(3) - Name on bottle | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.133(3) Description: Name on bottle Noncompliance Area: There were sample packets of insect sting repellent in the first aid kit not labeled for individual use. Correction Required: The label of a medication container shall identify the name of the medication and the name of the child for whom the medication is intended. Medication shall be administered to only the child whose name appears on the container. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Provider removed the insect sting repellent from the first aid kit. |
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| 2023-01-30 | Renewal | 3270.21 - General Health and Safety | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.21 Description: General Health and Safety Noncompliance Area: Two large deep freezers in the childcare space, accessible to children were observed not to be locked posing a threat to the safety of 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.) Provider locked all freezers after checking dates of food and throwing food out. |
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| 2023-01-30 | Renewal | 3270.25(a) - Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.25(a) Description: Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations Noncompliance Area: It was observed the facility did not have posted the most up to date Certificate of Compliance on the back bulletin board. This was evidenced by the certificate being dated 4/6/21 to 4/6/22. Correction Required: The facility's current certificate of compliance shall be posted in a conspicuous location used by parents. The operator shall provide the parent of each child enrolled with information on how to access the regulations in this chapter electronically and with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional child care office. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Certificate of Compliance fell from parent board behind the freezer. It was posted back on the parent board. |
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| 2023-01-30 | Renewal | 3270.76 - Building Surfaces | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.76 Description: Building Surfaces Noncompliance Area: It was observed outside an exposed screw on the deck railing. 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.) Provider replaced the temperature gauge that covered the screw. |
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| 2023-01-30 | Renewal | 3270.82(h) - Handwashing signs | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.82(h) Description: Handwashing signs Noncompliance Area: It was observed in the back restroom that a handwashing sign was not posted above the toilet. 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.) Provider printed out a handwashing poster and placed it above the toilet. |
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| 2022-01-12 | 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: It was observed in the large main play space an ABC block was split and cracked and the back of a yellow dump truck was cracked along the bottom edge, exposing children in care to rough edges and sharp corners. 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.) Threw the ABC block and the yellow truck in the trash. |
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| 2022-01-12 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(3) - Parent home/work address, phone | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(b)(3) Description: Parent home/work address, phone Noncompliance Area: The file for Child #1 was observed to not have information on the disability of a child, Health Insurance or release person's address or parents work address. 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.) I asked the parent to complete a new emergency contact form in it's entirety and went over all areas of the form with her. |
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| 2022-01-12 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(5) - Information re: special needs | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.124(b)(5) Description: Information re: special needs Noncompliance Area: The file for Child #1 was observed to not have information on the disability of a child, Health Insurance or release person's address or parents work address. 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.) Parent was asked to complete all forms and return to childcare as soon as possible ensuring that she does not miss areas of addresses. |
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| 2022-01-12 | 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: The file for Child #1 was observed to not have information on the disability of a child, Health Insurance or release person's address or parents work address. 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.) Parent was given new forms and all areas were gone over with her. |
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| 2022-01-12 | 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 file for Child #1 was observed to not have information on the disability of a child, Health Insurance or release person's address or parents work 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) An Emergency Contact Form was given to the parent and explained all of the areas to complete. |
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| 2022-01-12 | 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 file for child #2 was observed not to have release person's address listed on the Emergency Contact Form. Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) I gave the parent a new Emergency Contact form to complete. I also sat down with the parent to explain all of the fields that needed to be completed. |
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| 2022-01-12 | Renewal | 3270.25(a) - Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.25(a) Description: Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations Noncompliance Area: It was observed that the facility did not provide the parent of each child in the facility with information on how to access the regulation electronically. Correction Required: The facility's current certificate of compliance shall be posted in a conspicuous location used by parents. The operator shall provide the parent of each child enrolled with information on how to access the regulations in this chapter electronically and with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional child care office. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The information on how to access the DHS Regulations are posted on the parents boards and in the parents handbook. Parents can now scan a code. This is also located in the parent handbook. |
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| 2022-01-12 | Renewal | 3270.27(a)(5) - Emergency plan | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.27(a)(5) Description: Emergency plan Noncompliance Area: It was observed the facilities emergency plan did not list accommodations of infant and toddlers, children with disabilities and children with chronic medial conditions. Correction Required: The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The facility plan is now updated in more detail for accommodations for infants/toddlers children with disabilities and chronic medical conditions. Printed update, posted and all parents received a copy. |
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| 2022-01-12 | Renewal | 3270.69(b) - 110º F or less | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.69(b) Description: 110º F or less Noncompliance Area: The infant room was observed having a hot water temperature of 117° F . Correction Required: Hot water temperature, in areas accessible to children, may not exceed 110° F. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) I turned the hot water valve off. |
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| 2022-01-12 | Renewal | 3270.76 - Building Surfaces | Compliant - Finalized |
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Regulation: 3270.76 Description: Building Surfaces Noncompliance Area: It was observed that the door trim around the outside door exiting to the playground area was missing exposing large gaps and splintering causing children in care to rough edges and sharp areas. 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 trim around the playground doors will be wrapped in metal eliminating all exposure to splinters and gaps. |
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| 2020-01-14 | Renewal | 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Observed a black clutch purse in classroom #4 with a broken chain strap. 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 black clutch purse was removed and put in the trash. Will check rooms daily for damaged toys. Also part of monthly safety check. |
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| 2020-01-14 | Renewal | 3270.123(b) - Parent receives original | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The files for children #1 and #2 contained the original agreement; the parent did not receive the original. 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.) Made a color copy so that the purple ink is visible, we made two originals at enrollment in the parents home, since there was not a printer in the parents home. When completing enrollments in the parents home, I will complete in black ink and make a copy the next day, providing parent with the original. |
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| 2020-01-14 | Renewal | 3270.124(c) - Each child care space | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Emergency contact information for child #5 was not present in the main classroom while receiving care in the space. 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.) Put emergency contact documentation for child #5 in the emergency file (was on my desk waiting for name change). Will enter each child on excel spreadsheet so none is missed in future. |
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| 2020-01-14 | Renewal | 3270.131(b)(1) - Infant: updated health report every 6 months | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The file for child #2 lacked an updated health report at least once every 6 months for a young toddler; the file contains a current health report dated 01/02/2020 with the previous health report dated 06/03/2019. Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddler |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Mom was on maternity leave and was notified that her son would need an updated health report by December 3rd. The doctor's office faxed the health report dated 12/02/2019. Will not let child into the program without health report for the current enrollment time frame and due date. |
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| 2020-01-14 | Renewal | 3270.131(d)(7) - Free from contagious/communicable disease | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The health report for child #1 lacked a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease. Correction Required: A health report shall include a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The parent or doctor filled out a child health report that is not one of ours and does not have a question about being free from contagious or communicable diseases. I mailed her a letter on 01/15/2020 stating that she would need a statement from the doctor saying that her daughter is free from contagious or communicable diseases. Will inform parents that they need to use the form we provide them. |
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| 2020-01-14 | Renewal | 3270.131(e)(1) - Exemption documentation from parent/guardian | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The file for child #3, 2 years and 7 months old, included a record of the child's immunization status which lacked a 4th dose of PCV13, a 3rd Polio and an influenza immunization. The file for child #4, a 4 year old , included a record of the child's immunization status which lacked an influenza immunization. The file for child #5, 2 years and 5 months old, included a record of the child's immunization status which lacked an influenza immunization. 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 #4, the dad wrote a note stating his son does not get the flu shot because they do not think it works dated 01/28/2020. Child #3, parent is getting a statement from the health care provider today, they will not be giving the shots. Child #5, had the office FAX child's immunizations and health report dated 12/02/2019. Faxed on 01/30/2020. Flu shot last received on 10/02/2019. Will have parent write why their child does not get the flu shot. Will have parent sign release to FAX documents if not in file from doctor. |
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| 2020-01-14 | Renewal | 3270.135(e) - 2 hour diaper check | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Staff were not checking the children's diapers at least once every 2 hours. Observed the diaper for child #3 was checked at 12:20 pm. According to staff #1, the previous diaper change was at 8:30 am. Correction Required: A staff person shall check a child's diaper at least every 2 hours and whenever the child indicates discomfort or exhibits behavior that suggests a soiled diaper. A staff person shall change a child's diaper when the diaper is soiled. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) I talked to staff and reminded them that a diaper needs checked at least every 2 hours. Staff will check a child's diaper every 2 hours. |
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| 2020-01-14 | Renewal | 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Observed the door to the "tub/shower" room was unlocked; the tub had shampoo, conditioner, shave cream and shower gel labeled "Keep out of reach of children" on the ledge which were accessible to children. Observed hand sanitizer on a low shelf in the main classroom labeled "Keep out of reach of children" which was accessible to the toddler and preschool children receiving care. 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.) The items on the tub shower shelf were removed and put in the locked closet. The door to the tub/shower room is kept locked when not in use. the hand sanitizer was removed and placed in the locked kitchen where staff can reach it, but it is inaccessible to the children. Check daily to make sure door is locked and "Keep out of reach" items are inaccessible to children. |
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| 2020-01-14 | Renewal | 3270.76 - Building Surfaces | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Observed damaged ceiling tiles in classroom #4. Observed a hole in the drywall below the bulletin board next to the entrance of the facility. 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.) Replaced ceiling tiles in room #4. Covered the hole in the drywall below the bulletin board next to the entrance door. Will be part of the monthly safety check. |
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| 2019-03-18 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.106(a) - Clean, age appropriate | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: 2nd CITATION: Observed a Pack 'N Play in the classroom which lacked the name of the specific child for whom it is intended. Observed the numbers with the names of the children listed on the chart did not match the numbers on the cots being used. PREVEIOUSLY CITED ON 12/17/2018. 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.) Labeled Pack 'N Play with Child's name and cot with number of child to be used by. Will label with child's name when enrolled. |
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| 2019-03-18 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.166(4) - Bottles labeled | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Observed a bottle on the table in the main classroom which lacked a label with the child's name for whom it is intended. Correction Required: Disposable nursers and bottles shall be labeled with the child's name. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Labeled bottle with child's name. Any bottles for infants will be labeled when dropped off by parent. |
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| 2019-03-18 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.21 - General Health and Safety | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Observed a crib sheet in lieu of a Pack 'N Play sheet in the Pack 'N Play, used by an infant in care, which did not fit properly and created excess material. 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.) Will by a Pack 'N Play sheet and put it on the Pack 'N Play mat. Will keep Pack 'N Play sheets in infant room to be used when an infant is in care. |
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| 2019-03-18 | Unannounced Monitoring | 3270.94(a) - Fire drill every 60 days | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The most recent fire drill documented on the fire drill log was dated 01/15/2019 without documentation of an additional fire drill within the next 60 days. Correction Required: A fire drill shall be held at least every 60 days. Facility persons and children in attendance shall participate in the fire drill. Facility persons and children shall exit the building, weather permitting. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Will find document from February's fire drill. Will complete a fire drill today. Will complete a fire drill every month and document it on the DHS form. |
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| 2019-01-08 | Renewal | 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Observed a ride-on toy bulldozer in the outdoor play space with a cracked plastic handle. Observed the Little Tykes climbing cube leaning against the steps leading to the outdoor play space. Observed a wooden barn in the front classroom located at the main entrance of the facility with the corner of the roof broken off creating splintering edges. 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.) Removed ride on bulldozer for trash. Set Little Tykes climbing tube on level ground and notified the mowing company to put it back in the future. Removed wooden barn to be burnt. Will complete safety checks to maintain compliance. |
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| 2019-01-08 | Renewal | 3270.104(a) - Clean, good repair, proper size | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Observed a white shelf in playroom #3 which was not anchored to prevent a tip hazard. Observed a white & lavender wooden doll house approximately 4 1/2 feet in height in playroom #4 which was not anchored to prevent a tip hazard. 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.) Secured white play shelf in place in room #3. Secured white and lavender dollhouse in playroom #4. Will complete a safety check each week to stay in compliance. |
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| 2019-01-08 | Renewal | 3270.106(a) - Clean, age appropriate | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Observed cots in the infant/toddler classroom which were not properly labeled for use of a specific child and used only by the specified child. The numbers with the names of the children listed on the chart did not match the numbers on the cots being used. 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.) Renumbered cots and did a new cot list. We will check a second time to make sure each child is on their numbered cot to stay in compliance. |
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| 2019-01-08 | Renewal | 3270.111(b) - Posted in group space | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The infant/toddler classroom and the small playrooms located off of the main child care space lacked a written plan of daily activities in the group space. Correction Required: The written plan of daily activities shall be posted in the group space. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) All rooms have a daily activities schedule. Will make sure schedules remain posted in each room the children enter to stay in compliance. |
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| 2019-01-08 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(6) - Insurance coverage information | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The file for child #4 lacked the health insurance policy number on the emergency contact form. Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Wrote current insurance information on contact form. The family is changing insurance and new emergency contact forms will be completed by 02/09/2019. Will complete a second check of the emergency contact forms to stay in compliance. |
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| 2019-01-08 | Renewal | 3270.124(e) - Written emergency plan posted | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The infant/toddler classroom and the small playrooms located off of the main child care space lacked a posting of the emergency transportation plan in a conspicuous location. The excursion back pack, which accompanies a staff person to the outdoor play space, lacked a copy of the emergency transportation plan. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) All playrooms and classrooms have emergency transportation plans posted. The excursion back pack has a copy of the emergency transportation plan. Will check each week to make sure the emergency plans are posted and are in the emergency back packs to stay in compliance. |
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| 2019-01-08 | Renewal | 3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) - Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The file for child #5 lacked a review of the emergency contact form by a parent at least once every 6 months; the emergency contact form was originally signed on 06/01/2018 with no additional documentation of a review on file. Correction Required: The parent shall update in writing emergency contact information once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information. A parent is required to review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Parent signed new emergency contact forms on 01/09/2019. Will look at our file tracker each week to see if any child's files need updated to stay in compliance. |
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| 2019-01-08 | Renewal | 3270.131(a) - Within 60 days | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The file for child #5, with an enrollment date of 06/01/2018, lacked an initial health report within 60 days following the first day of attendance; the file contains a current health report dated 11/07/2018 with no additional health reports on file. Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent of an enrolled child, including a child, a foster child and a relative of an operator or a facility person, to provide an initial health report no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Will require parents to have the child care health reports filled out no later than 60 days following first day of attendance. She provided a print out dated 04/20/2018 from the doctors visit. |
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| 2019-01-08 | Renewal | 3270.131(b)(1) - Infant: updated health report every 6 months | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The file for child #3, lacked an updated health report at least once every 6 months for an infant or young toddler; the most recent health report on file is dated 04/11/2018 with no additional health reports on file. Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddler |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Child #3, parent is getting a current health form completed. Will look at file tracker to see when heath forms need completed to stay in compliance. |
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| 2019-01-08 | Renewal | 3270.131(b)(2) - Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The file for child #2 lacked an updated health report at least once every 12 months for a preschool child; the most recent health report on file is dated 12/28/2017 and a previous health report dated 12/21/2016. 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.) Child #2 no longer attends the child care. Will look at file tracker to see when health forms need updated to stay in compliance. |
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| 2019-01-08 | Renewal | 3270.151(a) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #1 lacked an updated health assessment at least once every 24 months; the most recent health report on file is dated 07/15/2016 with no current health assessment on file. 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.) I have a health form dated 04/11/2018 from her other job that I was using. Staff #1 is going to get an updated health form completed by 02/09/2019. Will look at staff file tracker to see when health form needs updated to stay in compliance. |
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| 2019-01-08 | Renewal | 3270.175(c) - Manufacturer's instructions used | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Observed 2 Cosco booster seats in the van used for transporting children which lacked a copy of the manufacturer's instructions in the vehicle. Correction Required: Manufacturers' instructions for use of safety restraints shall be kept in the vehicle at all times. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Found instructions secured under booster seats. Moved them to backpack inside the van. Will put the manufactures instruction in emergency backpack each time new seats are purchased to maintain compliance. |
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| 2019-01-08 | Renewal | 3270.181(d) - Dated signature affixed | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The file for child #1, with an enrollment date of 04/25/2018, lacked a dated signature at the time of the review of the emergency contact form. The original signature on the emergency contact form was dated 03/07/2018; at the time of the review, the date was crossed off and changed to 09/07/2018. Correction Required: Following review, a parent shall attest to the accuracy of information in the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at each review by affixing a dated signature to the record. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Child #1, had father complete a new emergency contact form. Will double check child enrollment form and look at file tracker to make sure all forms are updated correctly to be in compliance. |
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| 2019-01-08 | Renewal | 3270.31(e) - Annual 6 hrs. training | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #1, with an initial hire date of 08/01/2011 lacked an annual minimum of 6 clock hours of child care training between 08/2017 - 08/2018; the file currently has 2 hours of training completed on 08/30/2018; 1 hour completed on 10/24/2018 and 3 hours completed on 10/25/2018. Previous hours obtained were prior to 08/2017. Correction Required: A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 6 clock hours of child care training. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Will have staff complete training hours from start date of August to August. All hours are complete for August 2018 through August 2019. Staff person #1 will complete 6 hours of additional training for the time period 08/2018-08-2019 to be in compliance. I also made a staff tracking document to track all requirement dates. |
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| 2019-01-08 | Renewal | 3270.65 - Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Observed an electrical outlet next to the storage cabinet in the foyer/front play area which lacked a protective receptacle cover. 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.) Put electrical outlet cover back into outlet. Will walk through the building at the end of each day to confirm covers are in all outlets to be in compliance. |
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| 2019-01-08 | Renewal | 3270.75(a) - In child care spaces | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The infant/toddler classroom lacked a first-aid kit while children were in the child care space. Correction Required: A first-aid kit shall be in a child care space. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) The infant/toddler classroom now has a first-aid kit above the sink. Will check to see that first-aid kits are in each room daily to stay in compliance.. |
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| 2019-01-08 | Renewal | 3270.76 - Building Surfaces | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Observed an unsecured gate between the entrance foyer and exercise equipment allowing children access to the equipment. Observed loose floor tiles in the open doorway to the right of the door leading to the outdoor play space. Observed cracked and broken vinyl lattice on the bottom of the fencing surrounding the outdoor play space. Observed a hole approximately 6-8 inches in diameter in the screen protecting exposed insulation in the basement wall/foundation under the deck located in the outdoor play space allowing children access to the insulation. 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 gate between the entrance foyer and the gym area is now secured to the wall. We will have lattice/brick or rock around the fence by February 9th. Replaced the screen under the deck with new heavy screen. Will complete a safety check daily to stay in compliance. |
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| 2019-01-08 | Renewal | 3270.82(e) - Toilet and sinks proper height | Non Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Observed staff person #2 lift up a toddler to reach the sink to wash the child's hands after diapering; the sink located in the infant/toddler changing area lacked a means of platform or steps to ensure the child is easily able to reach the sink. Correction Required: Toilets and sinks shall be at proper heights for children using them or shall be easily approached by means of platforms or steps. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Put steps with sides at the sink in the infant/toddler room and bathroom. Told staff not to lift child to wash hands. Staff are required to keep steps at sinks for the children for safety and to stay in compliance. |
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| 2018-01-16 | Renewal | 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Observed foam toy fruits (2 apples) and vegetables (broccoli and a pea pod) in the toy room with torn off pieces and bite marks. Observed a wooden toaster located in the toy room with a crack in the corner creating a pinch hazard. Observed a side panel and a door disconnected from the Little Tykes play set located in the outdoor play space; the disconnected side panel created the play set to be unstable. Observed a crack in a Little Tykes dump truck located in the outdoor play space which created a pinch hazard. Observed a kitchen play set in one of the play rooms with a broken door and a loose top. 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.) Threw out the foam fruit and vegetables and wooden toaster. Threw out Little Tykes play set and dump truck. removed kitchen play set until it can be fixed. Will complete a weekly safety check. |
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| 2018-01-16 | Renewal | 3270.123(a) - Signed | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The file for child #1 lacked the signature of the operator on the agreement form. Correction Required: An agreement shall be signed by the operator and the parent. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Signed agreement and gave parent the original. Will recheck paperwork three days after completed. |
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| 2018-01-16 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The file for child #2 lacked a complete address for the individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released on the emergency contact form. Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Wrote in complete address of person child can be released to. Will recheck paperwork 3 days later for accuracy. |
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| 2018-01-16 | 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 person #1 lacked an updated health assessment at least once every 24 months; the file contains a current health report dated 09/04/2017 with the previous health assessment dated 03/02/2015. 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.) Will not remove previous forms from file. A new health assessment was completed on owners 01/30/2018. Will maintain a spread sheet with dates of completion and due dates. |
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| 2018-01-16 | Renewal | 3270.65 - Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Observed an electrical outlet in the toy room which lacked a protective receptacle cover. 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.) Put protective outlet cover back into outlet. will complete daily safety check of outlets. |
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| 2018-01-16 | Renewal | 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Observed laundry detergent, liquid fabric softener and dryer sheets on top of the dryer located in the laundry room, the laundry room door was unlocked and 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.) Put laundry detergent and fabric softener/dryer sheets on shelf above dryer. Put chain lock on door. Complete daily safety check to make sure chain is locked on door. |
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| 2018-01-16 | Renewal | 3270.69(b) - 110 F or less | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The hot water from the sink located in the bathroom in the front hallway reached a temperature of 128 F. Correction Required: Hot water temperature, in areas accessible to children, may not exceed 110 F. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Turned off hot water to bathroom sink. Will keep hot water valves turned off in all bathrooms. |
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| 2018-01-16 | Renewal | 3270.76 - Building Surfaces | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Observed a loose hinge on the cabinet door located on the vanity/sink located in infant 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.) Tightened hinge on cabinet door located in the infant room. Will do safety check each week. |
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| 2017-01-24 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(2) - Physician name, address, phone | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The files for children #1, #2 and #4 lacked the complete address of the child's physician or source of medical care on the emergency contact form. Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Children #1, #2 and #4 have complete address for physician and source of medical care. I give the parents a notice with these documents on filling them out in their entirety. |
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| 2017-01-24 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(3) - Parent home/work address, phone | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The file for child #3 lacked the work address of the enrolling parent; the files for children #1 and #4 lacked the complete address of the enrolling parent on the emergency contact form. 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.) Child #3 work address of enrolling parent is in file. Child #1 and #4 now have the complete address of the enrolling parent. Provide parents with a document on filling the forms out entirely. |
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| 2017-01-24 | Renewal | 3270.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The files for children #1, #2, #3 and #4 lacked the complete address of the persons to whom the child may be released on the emergency contact form. Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Children #1, #2, #3 and #4 now have complete addresses of whom the child may be released. Provide parents with a document on filling out the forms entirely. |
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| 2017-01-24 | Renewal | 3270.124(e) - Written emergency plan posted | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The facility lacked a posting of the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staff provisions in the front classroom in a conspicuous location. A copy of the policy does not accompany a staff person who leaves on an excursion with children. 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Posted emergency transportation plan outside every room used by parents and children. This will be reviewed and updated yearly. |
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| 2017-01-24 | Renewal | 3270.131(b)(2) - Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The file for child #3 lacked an updated health report at least every 12 months for a preschool child. A current health report on file is dated 12/21/2016 with a previous health report dated 05/13/2015. 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.) Review files every six months to make sure health reports are up to date. Will give to parents 30 days before they are due. |
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| 2017-01-24 | Renewal | 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #1 lacked a current health report within a 24 month period; the most recent health report on file is dated 08/04/2014. 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.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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Staff person #1 has current and all past health reports (now in a binder). Review staff files every six months and update as needed. |
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| 2017-01-24 | Renewal | 3270.192(2)(ii) - Exp, educ., training prior to facility | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The files for staff person #2 and #3 lacked verification of child care experience and education to qualify as an aide. Correction Required: 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 person #3 and #4 have child care experience and education in their binders. Will require staff to have in their file before starting to work or volunteer. |
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| 2017-01-24 | Renewal | 3270.192(5) - Two written references | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #3 lacked 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.) Staff person #4 has two written non-family references in her binder. Will require to have in file before volunteering or working. |
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| 2017-01-24 | Renewal | 3270.25(a) - Post the certificate of compliance | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The facility lacked a posting with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional day care office in a conspicuous location used by parents. Correction Required: The facility's current certificate of compliance and a copy of the applicable regulations under which the facility is certified shall be posted in a conspicuous location used by parents, with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional day care office posted at the same location. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Added the name and phone number for the regional office to parent handbook located at main entrance for parent to view. Will review yearly to make sure information is correct. |
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| 2017-01-24 | Renewal | 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Observed styling gel on top of the paper towel holder, in the restroom located next to the office, which was accessible to children. Observed bleach wipes and a bucket with a mixture of dish soap and water on the sink counter located in the infant/toddler space (which is also used by preschool children)which was accessible to children. Observed hand sanitizer in an unlocked cabinet located above the sink in the bathroom (down the hall from the main classroom) which 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. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Removed styling gel from restroom next to office. Removed bleach wipes from sink and put on high shelf. Removed bucket of soapy water. Removed hand sanitizer from bathroom. Will keep all toxins in a locked cabinet or inaccessible to children. |
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| 2017-01-24 | Renewal | 3270.66(b) - Original container | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Observed an unlabeled bucket on the counter located in the infant/toddler room which contained a mixture of dish soap and water. Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be stored in an original labeled container or in a container that specifies the content. Toxics shall be stored away from food, food preparation areas and child care spaces. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Removed bucket of soapy water from infant/toddler room. Will label containers of toxic and non-toxic liquids. |
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| 2017-01-24 | Renewal | 3270.75(b) - Inaccessible to children | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Observed the first-aid kit located in the main classroom hanging on a hook next to the doorway which was accessible to the children in care. Correction Required: A first-aid kit must be inaccessible to children. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Removed first aid kit from hook and put on top of refrigerator. Make sure first-aid kit is always placed out of reach of children. |
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| 2017-01-24 | Renewal | 3270.75(c)/3270.75(d) - Has all items/On excursions | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: The first-aid kit located in the mini-van used to transport children lacked tweezers, scissors, soap and water. 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.One first-aid kit per child care group must accompany children and facility persons on excursions from the facility. Each first aid kit taken on an excursion must contain a bottle of water in addition to the items specified at 3270.75(c). |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) All first-aid kits were checked and contain tweezers, scissors soap and water. Also in personal van. Will go over first-aid kits every 6 months. |
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| 2017-01-24 | Renewal | 3270.76/3270.102(a) - Building Surfaces/Clean and good repair | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Observed a loose backboard and a crack in the water tub of the play sink located in the small playroom creating a pinch hazard. Observed a changing table in the bathroom which was unstable creating a fall hazard. Observed the following in the main classroom: a baseboard heater protective panel which was loose and falling off of the unit creating sharp edges and access to the heating element; a loose faucet on the play kitchen creating a pinch hazard; the cushion on the pink child size love seat seams were splitting allowing access to the foam inside. 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. 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.) Removed and tightened screws on changing table in bathroom. Tightened screws on play center backboard, removed cracked tub. All baseboard heaters were screwed in place. Repaired loose faucet. All pink cushions are now repaired. Make sure we are checking the above items when completing safety checks. |
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| 2017-01-24 | Renewal | 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: Observed peeling paint along the wall located in the infant/toddler space. Correction Required: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility. |
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Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.) Covering wall with paneling. Will not let children three and older in the infant room. Will do monthly check of walls. |
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| 2017-01-24 | Renewal | 3270.78/3270.113(a) - Lighting/Supervised at all times | Compliant - Finalized |
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Noncompliance Area: On 01/24/2017 at approximately 12:45 pm, observed 5 toddlers and preschoolers sleeping in a dark room. Staff person #4 was unable to see, hear, direct and assess the sleeping children and was unable to identify all of the children sleeping in the room. Staff person #4 was sitting in the doorway and was unable to see all of the children in the room and staff person #1 came to assist. Both staff person #1 and #4 stated there were 4 children sleeping in the room. Due to the low lighting in the room both staff members missed identifying the 5th child sleeping in the room. Correction Required: Rooms, hallways, stairways, outside steps, porches and ramps shall be lighted by artificial or natural light. 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.) Put a lamp in infant/toddler room to use during naptime. Will use a daily nap chart. All staff are required to have observation and supervision training yearly. |
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