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Regulation: 3270.123(b)/3270.182(8)

Description: Parent receives original/Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original.

Noncompliance Area: The file for Child #1 contained the original financial agreement when the parent is to receive the original agreement.

Correction Required: A parent shall receive the original agreement. The facility shall retain a copy of the agreement. A child's record shall contain a copy of the initial agreement and subsequent written agreements between the parent and the operator. The parent receives the original agreement.

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(2)

Description: Physician name, address, phone

Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact forms for Child #6 lacked the name 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.

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(6)

Description: Insurance coverage information

Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact forms for Child #6 lacked the child's health insurance/MA policy number for the child's health care benefits.

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

Regulation: 3270.124(f)/3270.181(c)

Description: Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

Noncompliance Area: The two most recent parent review and signatures for the emergency contact forms on file for Child #2 (7/9/25 & 2/17/26), Child #5 (1/8/25 & 10/28/25), and Child #8 (7/9/25 & 2/8/26) are dated more than 6 months apart.

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.

Regulation: 3270.131(b)(1)/3270.182(1)

Description: Infant: updated health report every 6 months/Initial and subsequent health reports

Noncompliance Area: The most recent health assessment on file for Child #3 (Young Toddler) is dated 7/30/25, more than 6 months prior. The most recent health assessment on file for Child #5 (Young Toddler) is dated 8/18/25, more than 6 months prior.

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. A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports.

Regulation: 3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1)

Description: Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports

Noncompliance Area: The two most recent health assessments on file for Child #6 (Older Toddler) are dated 1/15/25 & 4/1/26, more than 12 months apart. The two most recent health assessments on file for Child #7 (Preschool Age) are dated 9/24/24 & 11/13/25, more than 12 months apart.

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. A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports.

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

Description: Immunization record/Dismissal policy

Noncompliance Area: The immunization record for Child #3 (YT) lacked the following immunizations: 1 dose of DTAP, 1 dose of HiB, and 1 dose of Pneumococcal without a Letter of Exemption in the file. The immunization record for Child #4 (OT) lacked the following immunizations: 1 dose of Hepatitis A without a Letter of Exemption in the file. The immunization record for Child #6 (OT) lacked the following immunizations: 1 dose of DTAP, 1 dose of HiB, 1 dose of Pneumococcal, 1 dose of MMR, 1 dose of Varicella, and 2 doses of Hepatitis A without a Letter of Exemption in the file. Child #3, Child #4, and Child #6 must be dismissed from care by close of business on 4/13/26 and may only return to care when the immunization record is updated or when a parent provides a written, signed exemption letter.

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).

Regulation: 3270.133(5)

Description: Original label

Noncompliance Area: In the Older Toddler Room, an Epi-Pen labeled for Child #9 was observed with an expiration date of 11/2025. In the Toddler Room, an Epi-Pen labeled for Child #10 was observed with an expiration date of 3/2026.

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

Regulation: 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3)

Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test

Noncompliance Area: The two most recent health assessments on file for Staff #5 (11/27/23 & 2/17/26) and Staff #8 (5/22/23 & 11/5/25) are dated more than 24 months apart.

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.

Regulation: 3270.151(c)(5)

Description: Physician/CRNP assessment

Noncompliance Area: The health assessment on file for Staff #1, dated 3/16/26, does not include the physician or health care professional's assessment of the staff person's suitability to provide child care.

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

Regulation: 3270.171(a)

Description: Pick-up and drop-off points

Noncompliance Area: The most recent annual traffic letter on file at the facility was dated 11/14/24, more than 12 months prior.

Correction Required: An operator shall notify local traffic safety authorities annually in writing of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the child care facility.

Regulation: 3270.181(c)

Description: Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

Noncompliance Area: The two most recent parent review and signatures for the financial agreement forms on file for Child #2 (7/9/25 & 2/17/26), Child #5 (1/8/25 & 10/29/25), and Child #8 (7/9/25 & 2/8/26) are dated more than 6 months apart.

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

Regulation: 3270.27(c)

Description: Training regarding plan

Noncompliance Area: The most recent emergency plan training on file for Staff #6 is dated 11/6/23, more than 12 months prior.

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

Regulation: 3270.31(e)

Description: Age and Training

Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff Person #3 contained 0 of 12 annual childcare training hours within the training timeframe of 6/2024-6/2025.

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

Regulation: 3270.31(f)

Description: Health and Safety Training

Noncompliance Area: Staff #2 did not complete the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (SEE IS CODE SHEET): PA Required Health and Safety for Centers-Group Child Care Part 2. The training was completed on 4/13/26.

Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10.

Regulation: 3270.32(a)

Description: Comply with CPSL

Noncompliance Area: The most recent mandated reporter training on file for Staff #4 (1/20/21) and Staff #8 (11/16/20) are dated more than 60 months prior.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Until such time as the required training has been completed, Staff #4 must be supervised when interacting with children, by an Assistant Group Supervisor who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise Staff #4, Staff #4 may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff #1 lacked documentation of application of a FBI clearance prior to date of hire (SEE IS CODE SHEET) required for provisional hiring under the CPSL. The FBI clearance for Staff #1 was dated 3/24/26, after Staff #1's date of hire (SEE IS CODE SHEET). The two most recent Child Abuse clearances on file for Staff #4 are dated 1/19/21 and 1/26/26, more than 60 months apart. The two most recent NSOR certificates on file for Staff #7 (2/1/21 & 3/25/26) and Staff #8 (12/17/19 & 1/16/26), more than 60 months apart. The most recent FBI clearance on file for Staff #8 is dated 7/23/20, more than 60 months prior.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Staff Person #8 may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Regulation: 3270.67(a)

Description: Trash removed once a day

Noncompliance Area: A trash can in the outside play space was observed containing garbage from days prior to the inspection.

Correction Required: Trash shall be removed from the facility at least once per day.

Regulation: 3270.184(a)

Description: Release of information

Noncompliance Area: Based on a conversation with Staff #1, the facility did not provide documentation from a child's file when it was requested by the parent.

Correction Required: The parent shall have access to the child's complete child care record.

Regulation: 3270.102(a)

Description: Clean and good repair

Noncompliance Area: Cracked vinyl was observed on the bench cushion in the Pre-K 4 classroom and was not in good repair. Foam blocks with teeth marks were observed in the K Prep classroom and were not in good repair. In the front outdoor play space, an exposed bolt was observed on a Little Tikes car and could be harmful to children.

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.

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(3)

Description: Services proceeded

Noncompliance Area: The two most recent child service reports on file for Child #4 are dated 2/4/25 & 10/9/25, more than 6 months apart. The most recent child service report on file for Child #5 is dated 2/4/25, more than 6 months prior.

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

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2)

Description: Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates

Noncompliance Area: The financial agreement form on file for Child #1 lacked the child's date of admission at the facility.

Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission. A child's record shall contain the dates of application, admission and withdrawal of the child.

Regulation: 3270.123(b)/3270.182(8)

Description: Parent receives original/Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original.

Noncompliance Area: The file for Child #1 contained the original financial agreement when the parent is to receive the original agreement.

Correction Required: A parent shall receive the original agreement. The facility shall retain a copy of the agreement. A child's record shall contain a copy of the initial agreement and subsequent written agreements between the parent and the operator. The parent receives the original agreement.

Regulation: 3270.124(a)

Description: Each child emergency contact person

Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact form on file for Child #4 lacked the contact names and phone numbers for who shall be contacted in an emergency.

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

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(3)

Description: Parent home/work address, phone

Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact form on file for Child #4 lacked the enrolling parents work address and work phone number.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3)

Description: Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission

Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact form on file for Child #1 lacked the parent's signature giving the facility written consent to obtain emergency medical care.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care. A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission.

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(7)

Description: Name/address/phone release person

Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact form for Child #2 lacked complete addresses and telephone numbers for all listed release persons.

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.

Regulation: 3270.124(f)/3270.181(c)

Description: Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

Noncompliance Area: The most recent parent review and signature for the emergency contact form on file for Child #1 is dated 3/25/24, more than 6 months prior. The file for Child #4 (1/10/25 & 10/29/25) and Child #5 (11/7/24 & 11/3/25) contained an emergency contact form that was reviewed and updated by the parent more than 6 months apart.

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.

Regulation: 3270.131(a)(4)

Description: Initial health report for school age; accordance with school attendance

Noncompliance Area: The initial health assessment on file for Child #1 (School Age), dated 8/10/23, was completed when the child was a preschool-aged child and not a school-aged child.

Correction Required: The initial health report for a school-age child must be dated in accordance with the requirements for medical examinations for school attendance in 28 Pa. Code § 23.2 (relating to medical examinations).

Regulation: 3270.131(b)(1)/3270.181(c)

Description: Infant: updated health report every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

Noncompliance Area: The two most recent health assessments on file Child #4 (Younger Toddler at the time) are dated 9/22/23 & 2/14/25, more than 6 months apart. The two most recent health assessments on file Child #5 (Younger Toddler at the time) are dated 10/7/24 & 10/7/25, more than 6 months apart.

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. 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.

Regulation: 3270.131(d)(4)

Description: Acute or chronic health problem

Noncompliance Area: The health assessment on file for Child #3 does not indicate if the child was assessed for acute or chronic health problems, special needs, and recommendations for treatment or services.

Correction Required: A health report shall include an assessment of an acute or chronic health problem or special need and recommendations for treatment or services, including information regarding abnormal results of screening tests for vision, hearing or lead poisoning.

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

Description: Immunization record/Dismissal policy

Noncompliance Area: The most recent health assessment on file for Child #4 (Older Toddler), dated 2/14/25, lacked documentation of immunizations and did not have a letter of exemption on file from the parent. The immunization record for Child #6 (Infant) lacked the following immunizations: 2 doses of DTAP, 1 dose of Hib, 2 doses of Pneumococcal, and 1 dose of Polio without a Letter of Exemption in the file. Child #4 and Child #6 must be dismissed from care by close of business on 11/12/25 and may only return to care when an immunization record is provided or when a parent provides a written, signed exemption letter.

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).

Regulation: 3270.133(5)

Description: Original label

Noncompliance Area: An Epi Pen for Child #7, with an expiration date of 11/2024, was observed in the Older Toddler classroom.

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

Regulation: 3270.135(a)(3)

Description: Disposable diapers

Noncompliance Area: In the Older Toddler classroom, diapers were observed in an unlidded garbage 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.

Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: The facility's Shaken Baby Syndrome/Abusive Head Trauma policy lacked strategies for coping with a crying, fussing, or distraught child and the prevention and identification of child maltreatment. Staff #24 has completed the health and safety course titled Get Started with Center-Based Care: Building Blocks for Quality (10 Hours) but has not completed the required health and safety update course listed Pennsylvania Health & Safety Update 2022 (1 hour) training. Staff #24 must complete PA Required Health & Safety for Centers-Group Child Care Part 1 and Part 2.

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.

Regulation: 3270.151(a)

Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter

Noncompliance Area: The initial health assessment on file for Staff #2 (9/18/25) is dated after the staff person's date of hire (SEE IS CODE SHEET). The two most recent health assessments on file for Staff #9 (8/10/22 & 1/5/25), Staff #14 (11/1/22 & 4/7/25), Staff #16 (7/12/23 & 10/1/25), Staff #18 (8/22/23 & 10/31/25), Staff #19 (5/17/23 & 10/28/25), and Staff #20 (3/5/23 & 7/23/25) are dated more than 24 months apart. The most recent health assessment on file for Staff #12 contained a date that was illegible, making the health assessment unacceptable.

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.

Regulation: 3270.151(b)

Description: Conducted by physician, PA or CRNP

Noncompliance Area: The most recent health assessment on file for Staff #13, dated 7/29/25, lacked the title of the health care provider who completed the form.

Correction Required: A health assessment shall be conducted and a report shall be written and signed by a physician, physician's assistant or CRNP. The signature must include the individual's professional title.

Regulation: 3270.151(c)(3)

Description: Exam communicable disease

Noncompliance Area: The current health assessment on file for Staff #10, dated 11/2/25, indicates that the staff person has a communicable/contagious disease, with no additional information given.

Correction Required: An adult health assessment must include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination.

Regulation: 3270.181(c)

Description: Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

Noncompliance Area: The most recent parent review and signature for the financial agreement form on file for Child #1 is dated 3/25/24, more than 6 months prior. The file for Child #4 (1/10/25 & 10/29/25) and Child #5 (11/7/24 & 10/28/25) contained an emergency contact form that was reviewed and updated by the parent more than 6 months apart.

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

Regulation: 3270.182(5)

Description: Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission

Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact form on file for Child #1 lacked the parent's signature giving the facility written consent to administer minor first aid.

Correction Required: A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission.

Regulation: 3270.192(5)

Description: Two written references

Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff #6 contained 1 nonfamily written reference letter.

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.

Regulation: 3270.27(a)(1)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: The facility's emergency plan lacked plans for the sheltering of children during an emergency including lock-down, shelter in place at the facility, and shelter at locations away from the facility premises.

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

Regulation: 3270.27(a)(2)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: The facility's emergency plan lacked plans for evacuating children from the facility building and evacuating children to a location away from the facility premises.

Correction Required: The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations for evacuation of children from the facility building and evacuation of children to a location away from the facility premises. The evacuation routes and evacuation plans to exit the building may be the same as those required by §3270.94 (relating to fire drills).

Regulation: 3270.27(a)(3)

Description: Contact when arises

Noncompliance Area: The facility's emergency plan lacked a method for the facility persons to contact parents as soon as reasonably possible when an emergency situation arises.

Correction Required: The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for a method for facility persons to contact parents as soon as reasonably possible when an emergency situation arises.

Regulation: 3270.27(a)(4)

Description: Contact when ended

Noncompliance Area: The facility's emergency plan lacked a method for facility persons to inform parents that the emergency plan has ended and how the facility will provide instruction as to how parents can safely be reunited with their children.

Correction Required: The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for a method for facility persons to inform parents that the emergency has ended and to provide instruction as to how parents can safely be reunited with their children.

Regulation: 3270.27(a)(5)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: The facility's emergency plan lacked accommodations for children with disabilities and children with chronic medical 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.

Regulation: 3270.27(c)

Description: Training regarding plan

Noncompliance Area: The initial emergency plan trainings on file for Staff #1 (10/8/25) and Staff #6 (10/8/25) are dated more than 90 days after the staff person's date of hire (SEE IS CODE SHEET).

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

Regulation: 3270.27(d)

Description: Plan posted

Noncompliance Area: At the time of inspection, the facility's emergency plan was not posted in a conspicuous location.

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

Regulation: 3270.27(e)

Description: Letter to parents

Noncompliance Area: The facility's emergency plan parent letter lacked the method to inform parents the emergency has ended, instructions for how to be safely reunited with their child, and 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.

Regulation: 3270.31(e)

Description: Age and Training

Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff #22 (contained 11 of 12) and Staff #23 (contained 3 of 12) lacked 12 annual childcare training hours within the training timeframe of 12/2023-12/2024.

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

Regulation: 3270.31(f)

Description: Health and Safety Training

Noncompliance Area: Staff #4, Staff #5, Staff #6 have not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (SEE IS CODE SHEET): Pediatric First Aid/CPR training. Staff #6 did not complete the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their hire date (SEE IS CODE SHEET): PA Required Health and Safety for Centers-Group Child Care Part 1 & Part 2. The trainings were completed on 10/28/25 and 10/29/25.

Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10. Until such time as the required training has been completed, Staff #4, Staff #5, and Staff #6 must be supervised, when interacting with children at a minimum, by an Assistant Group Supervisor who has completed all preservice trainings and has all qualifications to care for children unsupervised. If there are no staff available to supervise Staff #4, Staff #5, and Staff #6, Staff #4, Staff #5, and Staff #6 may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: Staff #4 has not completed mandated reporter training within 90 days of their date of hire (SEE IS CODE SHEET). The two most recent mandated reporter trainings on file for Staff #9 (3/5/20 & 7/18/25), Staff #12 (6/19/20 & 8/8/25), and Staff #15 (11/19/19 & 1/6/25) are dated more than 60 months apart.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Until such time as the required training has been completed, Staff #4 must be supervised, when interacting with children at a minimum, by an Assistant Group Supervisor who has completed all preservice trainings and has all qualifications to care for children unsupervised. If there are no staff available to supervise Staff #4, Staff #4 may not work in a child care position at the facility. A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #4 may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: The PA State Police clearance on file for Staff #3 was requested on 11/7/25, which is more than 45 days after Staff #3's date of hire, and was in a pending status at the time of inspection. The file for Staff #6 contained an NSOR certificate dated 11/10/25, beyond Staff #6's date of hire, as required by Announcement C-25-01 (SEE IS CODE SHEET). The two most recent NSOR certificates on file for Staff #8 (1/16/20 & 7/23/25), Staff #14 (1/17/20 & 9/10/25), Staff #15 (5/19/20 & 10/9/25), and Staff #23 (1/17/20 & 7/25/25) are dated more than 60 months apart. The two most recent PA State Police clearances on file for Staff #9 (3/8/20 & 7/8/25), Staff #11 (5/17/20 & 7/21/25), Staff #19 (5/17/20 & 7/21/25), and Staff #24 (12/6/18 & 11/4/25) are dated more than 60 months apart. The two most recent Child Abuse clearances on file for Staff #9 (6/8/20 & 7/24/25), Staff #11 (5/24/20 & 7/23/25), Staff #14 (5/24/20 & 5/29/25), Staff #19 (5/24/20 & 7/23/25), Staff #21 (5/26/20 & 8/3/25), Staff #23 (5/24/20 & 7/23/25), and Staff #24 (12/12/18 & 11/7/25) are dated more than 60 months apart. The two most recent FBI clearances on file for Staff #9 (3/9/20 & 8/5/25) and Staff #24 (12/27/18 & 8/1/23) are dated more than 60 months apart. The most recent Child Abuse clearance on file for Staff #17 is dated 11/12/20, more than 60 months prior. The most recent FBI clearance on file for Staff #21 is dated 10/14/20, more than 60 months prior. The most recent NSOR certificates on file for Staff #17 (1/14/20) and Staff #21 (1/14/20), Staff #22 (1/14/20), more than 60 months prior.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Facility Person #3, #17, #21, and #22 may not work in a child care position at the facility. A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #3, #17, #21, and #22 may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Regulation: 3270.34(a)(6)

Description: Staff evaluations

Noncompliance Area: The staff evaluation on file for Staff #7 is dated 9/1/25, more than 12 months from the staff person's date of hire (SEE IS CODE SHEET).

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

Regulation: 3270.36(b)(5)

Description: HS/GED + 2 yrs

Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff #1, classified as an assistant group supervisor, lacked documentation of a high school diploma or general education development certificate and 2 years of experience with children.

Correction Required: An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children.

Regulation: 3270.76

Description: Building Surfaces

Noncompliance Area: In Pre-K 3, an accessible plastic pipe bracket was observed to be broken with rough edges and could be harmful to children.

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.

Regulation: 3270.77(a)

Description: No peeling paint or plaster

Noncompliance Area: Peeling paint next to the refrigerator and cracked paint/plaster at the top edge of the sink in the bathroom were observed in the Pre-K 3 classroom.

Correction Required: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.

Regulation: 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)

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

Noncompliance Area: The fire alarm 30-day test log includes test dates 1/10/25-2/10/25, 3/10/25-4/10/25, 5/9/25-6/9/25, 6/9/25-7/9/25, and 8/8/25-9/8/25, more than 30 days apart. The most recent documented fire alarm testing was dated 10/8/25, more than 30 days prior.

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.

Regulation: 3270.102(a)

Description: Clean and good repair

Noncompliance Area: Broken magnatiles were observed in Room 4, a piece of cracked wood was observed on top of a play kitchen in Room 1, and a broken faucet on a play kitchen in Room 2 was completely detached, which could be harmful to children. In the Outdoor Play Space, a large hole in the grassy area near the fence was observed and could be a tripping hazard to children.

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.

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(3)

Description: Services proceeded

Noncompliance Area: The Financial Agreement form on file for Child #6 lacked the services provided by the facility.

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

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(4)

Description: Arrival/departure times

Noncompliance Area: The Financial Agreement form on file for Child #6 lacked arrival and departure times.

Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the child's arrival and departure times.

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(5)

Description: Designated release persons

Noncompliance Area: The Financial Agreement forms for Child #3, Child #6, and Child #9 lacked persons designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.

Regulation: 3270.123(b)/3270.182(8)

Description: Parent receives original/Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original.

Noncompliance Area: The files for Child #1-Child #10 contained the original agreement form. The parent is to receive the original agreement form and the facility shall retain a copy of the agreement.

Correction Required: A parent shall receive the original agreement. The facility shall retain a copy of the agreement. A child's record shall contain a copy of the initial agreement and subsequent written agreements between the parent and the operator. The parent receives the original agreement.

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(3)

Description: Parent home/work address, phone

Noncompliance Area: The Emergency Contact form on file for Child #9 lacked the enrolling parent's work phone number.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(6)

Description: Insurance coverage information

Noncompliance Area: The Emergency Contact form on file for Child #2 lacked the child's health insurance/medical assistance policy number.

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

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(7)

Description: Name/address/phone release person

Noncompliance Area: The Emergency Contact forms on file for Child #4 and Child #7 lacked complete addresses 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.

Regulation: 3270.131(a)/3270.182(1)

Description: Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports

Noncompliance Area: The initial health assessment on file for Child #2 lacked a date, making the health assessment invalid.

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. A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports.

Regulation: 3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1)

Description: Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports

Noncompliance Area: The most recent health assessment on file for Child #3 (dated 2/13/23) and Child #4 (dated 8/17/23) are dated more than 12 months prior.

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. A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports.

Regulation: 3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(1)

Description: Immunization record/Exemption documentation from parent/guardian

Noncompliance Area: Child file #1 (Infant) lacked updated written verification of ongoing administered vaccines: 2 Doses of Hep B, 2 Doses of Rotavirus, 1 Dose of DTAP, 1 Dose of HiB, 2 Doses of Pneumococcal and 2 Doses of Polio with no Letter of Exemption in the File. Child file #2 (Infant) lacked updated written verification of ongoing administered vaccines: 1 Dose of DTAP and 1 Dose of Pneumococcal with no Letter of Exemption in the File. Child file #3 (Older Toddler) lacked updated written verification of ongoing administered vaccines: 1 Dose of Hep B, 2 Doses of Rotavirus, 4 Doses of DTAP, 3 Doses of HiB, 4 Doses of Pneumococcal, 3 Doses of Polio, 1 Dose of MMR, 1 Dose of Varicella, and 1 Dose of Hepatitis A with no Letter of Exemption in the File. Child file #4 (Older Toddler) lacked updated written verification of ongoing administered vaccines: 2 Doses of DTAP, 1 Doses of HiB, 2 Doses of Pneumococcal, 1 Doses of Polio, 1 Dose of MMR, 1 Dose of Varicella, and 1 Dose of Hepatitis A with no Letter of Exemption in the File. Child file #8 (Preschool Age) lacked updated written verification of ongoing administered vaccines: 3 Doses of Rotavirus, 3 Doses of HiB, 3 Doses of Pneumococcal with no Letter of Exemption in the File. Child #1, #2, #3, #4, and #8 must be dismissed from care by close of business on 11/14/24 and may only return to care when the immunization record is updated or when a parent provides a written, signed exemption letter.

Correction Required: A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP. 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.

Regulation: 3270.133(1)

Description: Original container

Noncompliance Area: In Room 2, a medication for Child #11 lacked a prescription and the original container in which it was received.

Correction Required: A prescription or nonprescription medication may be accepted only in an original container. The medication shall remain in the container in which it was received.

Regulation: 3270.134(a)

Description: Child's hands washed

Noncompliance Area: In the Older Toddler room, Staff #15 was observed during a diaper change and did not wash the Child #12's hands after being diapered.

Correction Required: A staff person shall ensure that a child's hands are washed before meals and snacks, after toileting and after being diapered.

Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: The facility's Emergency Plan lacked a Continuity of Operations Policy. Staff #1 completed the 6-hour Health and Safety Basics training prior to 9/30/16, but lacked the 10 hour Get Started with Center-Based Care: Building Blocks for Quality.

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.

Regulation: 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3)

Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test

Noncompliance Area: The most recent health assessments on file for Staff #4 (dated 4/11/22) and Staff #9 (dated 8/10/22) are dated more than 24 months prior.

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.

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

Description: Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test

Noncompliance Area: The files for Staff #5 (dated 10/11/16) and Staff #17 (dated 5/16/08) contained TB tests dated more than 1 year prior to their date of hire (SEE IS CODE SHEET). The file for Staff #6 did not contain a TB test by date of hire (SEE IS CODE SHEET).

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

Regulation: 3270.171(a)

Description: Pick-up and drop-off points

Noncompliance Area: The facility lacked an annual written notification to local traffic safety authorities of the location of the facility & the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the facility.

Correction Required: An operator shall notify local traffic safety authorities annually in writing of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the child care facility.

Regulation: 3270.192(2)(iii)

Description: Exp, educ., training at facility

Noncompliance Area: The most recent Pediatric First Aid/CPR training dated 3/16/24 for Staff #11 was not in the file at the time of inspection.

Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.

Regulation: 3270.27(a)(6)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: The facility lacked documentation that an Emergency Drill was conducted within the last 12 months.

Correction Required: Emergency drills shall be conducted annually. Annual emergency drills shall be documented and on file at the facility.

Regulation: 3270.27(c)

Description: Training regarding plan

Noncompliance Area: The Emergency Plan training on file for Staff #2, #4, #5, #8, and #9 were dated 8/11/23 & 10/10/24, more than 12 months apart. The initial Emergency Plan training on file for Staff #6, #13, and #14 were dated 10/10/24, more than 90 days beyond their date of hire (SEE IS CODE SHEET). The only Emergency Plan training on file for Staff #17 and Staff #18 are dated 10/10/24 and none prior.

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

Regulation: 3270.27(f)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: The facility lacked documentation that the Emergency Plan and subsequent plan updates were sent to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.

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

Regulation: 3270.31(e)

Description: Age and Training

Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff #8 contained 10 of 12 annual training hours during the timeframe of 1/21/23-1/21/24. The file for Staff #18 contained 6 of 12 annual training hours during the timeframe of 12/19/22-12/19/23.

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

Regulation: 3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.192(2)(iii)

Description: Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility

Noncompliance Area: The two most recent Pediatric First Aid/CPR trainings on file for Staff #7 are dated 11/1/21 & 3/16/24, more than 24 months apart. The most recent Pediatric First Aid/CPR training on file for Staff #17 is dated 9/24/22, more than 24 months prior.

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. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.

Regulation: 3270.31(f)/3270.192(2)(iii)

Description: Health and Safety Training/Exp, educ., training at facility

Noncompliance Area: The files for Staff #12, #13, and #16 lacked Pediatric First Aid/CPR training within 90 days of their date of hire (SEE IS CODE SHEET).

Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: The most recent mandated reporter training on file for Staff #7 is dated 7/3/19, more than 60 months prior.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL.

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: The most recent Child Abuse clearance on file for Staff #2 is dated 10/18/19, more than 60 months prior. The most recent NSOR certificate on file for Staff #4 is dated 11/6/19, more than 60 months prior. The file for Staff #13 contained an FBI application dated 4/9/24, which is after the date of hire for Staff #13 (SEE IS CODE SHEET). The file for Staff #15 lacks an NSOR certificate and contained an NSOR request form dated 8/13/24. The file for Staff #16 contained a State Police clearance dated 8/24/19, a Child Abuse clearance dated 9/3/19, and a FBI clearance dated 8/27/19, which the State Police, Child Abuse, and FBI clearances are more than 60 months prior. The two most recent Child Abuse clearances dated 10/9/19 & 10/17/24 are more than 60 months apart. The most recent NSOR certificate on file for Staff #17 is dated 10/5/19, more than 60 months prior. Staff Person #2, #4, #15, #16, and #17 may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Staff Person #2, #4, #15, #16, and #17 may not work in a child care position at the facility. A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Staff Person #2, #4, #15, #16, and #17 may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Regulation: 3270.34(a)(6)

Description: Staff evaluations

Noncompliance Area: The two most recent evaluations on file for Staff #3 are dated 4/12/23 & 10/9/24, more than 12 months apart.

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

Regulation: 3270.37(b)(1)/3270.192(2)(iii)

Description: HS/GED/Exp, educ., training at facility

Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff #14, classified as an Aide, lacked documentation of a high school diploma or general education development certificate.

Correction Required: An aide shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.

Regulation: 3270.37(c)

Description: Aides supervised all times

Noncompliance Area: In the Older Toddler room, Staff #3 and Staff #15, both classified as Aides, were observed working together and were not supervised by a staff person qualified at minimum as an assistant group supervisor.

Correction Required: An aide or a combination of aides shall be supervised at all times by a staff person qualified at minimum as an assistant group supervisor.

Regulation: 3270.67(d)

Description: Contaminated trash in closed plastic-lined receptacle

Noncompliance Area: In the Older Toddler room, a trash can in the bathroom was observed unlined and containing human secretions.

Correction Required: Trash that has been contaminated by human secretions or excrement shall be contained in closed, plastic-lined receptacles.

Regulation: 3270.69(b)

Description: 110º F or less

Noncompliance Area: The water in the sink in the Pre-K 3 classroom measured 119 degrees Fahrenheit.

Correction Required: Hot water temperature, in areas accessible to children, may not exceed 110° F.

Regulation: 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)

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

Noncompliance Area: Based on a conversation with the operator, the facility has the ability to test the fire detection system and has not tested and documented it every 30 days.

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

Regulation: 3270.131(a)

Description: Health information

Noncompliance Area: The initial health assessment for Child File #1 was dated 10/30/2023 which is later than 60 days from the first day of attendance at the facility.

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.

Regulation: 3270.131(b)(1)/3270.182(1)

Description: Infant: updated health report every 6 months/Initial and subsequent health reports

Noncompliance Area: The file for Child #3 (YT) lacked an Updated Health Report within the last year.

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. A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports.

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

Description: Immunization record/Dismissal policy

Noncompliance Area: Immunization record in the file for Child #1 (INF) was dated more than 60 days after initial enrollment.

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).

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3)

Description: Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission

Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact form for Child #5 and #6 lacked written parental consent for emergency medical care.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care. A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission.

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(7)

Description: Name/address/phone release person

Noncompliance Area: The Emergency Contact forms for child files #1, #2, #3 and #4 lacked the address of the listed release person.

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.

Regulation: 3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1)

Description: Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports

Noncompliance Area: The file for Child #7 (OT) had an Updated Health Assessment more than 12 months past the initial health assessment.

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. A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports.

Regulation: 3270.182(5)

Description: Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission

Noncompliance Area: The Emergency Contact Form for Child #5 and #6 lacked a signature for "Consent for Minor First Aid."

Correction Required: A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission.

Regulation: 3270.102(a)

Description: Clean and good repair

Noncompliance Area: In the Pre-K 1 room, a clear bin with instruments had a crack on the side and a green bin with a chipped corner which poses a cutting hazard. In the Pre-K 2 room a clear bin with toys was cracked on the top corner which poses a cutting hazard. In the Pre-K 3 room, a wooden box, with toys, had wood which was cracked posing a cutting or splintering hazard.

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.

Regulation: 3270.103

Description: Small Toys and Objects

Noncompliance Area: Styrofoam blocks (Soft Blocks) had teeth marks and pieces bitten off various Styrofoam blocks which were 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.

Regulation: 3270.21

Description: General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: In the Pre-K 3 room, thumb tacks were in the upper right-hand drawer of the teacher's desk which pose a cutting or puncture hazard.

Correction Required: Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.