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Banks Learning Center Iii Inc

Verona, PA · Allegheny County
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8057 Mount Carmel Rd, Verona, PA 15147
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📞 (412) 247-3922
8057 Mount Carmel Rd
Verona, PA 15147
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License Number
CER-00259983
License Issued
Oct 28, 2026
Active Through
Oct 28, 2027
Issued By
Pennsylvania Department of Education and Public Welfare
District Office
Early Learning Resource Center for Region 5

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I have used this provider for more than 6 months

Neat environment, courteous staffs and ALL in ALL Awesome place for kids????

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BANKS LEARNING CENTER III INC is a Child Care Center in VERONA PA. The provider also participates in a subsidized child care program.

Hours of Operation

  • Monday
  • Tuesday
  • Wednesday
  • Thursday
  • Friday
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed

Inspection/Report History

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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2026-07-30 Renewal 3270.123(a)(6) - Admission date Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(6)

Description: Admission date

Noncompliance Area: The agreement for child #1 lacked the date of the child's admission.

Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The agreement for child #1 has been updated to include the date of admission. At BLC all agreements will specify the date of the child's admission.
2026-07-30 Renewal 3270.31(e)(4)(i) - Age and Training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(e)(4)(i)

Description: Age and Training

Noncompliance Area: The current pediatric first aid and CPR training for staff #2 is dated 12/1/25, which is after the expiration of the previous training that is dated 12/1/25.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff #2 has current pediatric first aid and CPR training. At BLC all staff will complete all trainings by a professional in the field on 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.
2026-07-30 Renewal 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)

Description: Comply with CPSL

Noncompliance Area: The current DHS FBI clearance for staff #1 is dated 6/25/26, which is more than 60 months after the previous DHS FBI clearance that is dated 3/11/21. The current DHS FBI clearance for staff #3 is dated 6/26/26, which is more than 60 months after the previous DHS FBI clearance that is dated 8/17/21.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff #1 and staff #3 have current DHS FBI clearances. At BLC the Director will comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 relating to protective services
2025-07-31 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.66(c) - Toxic use- no contamination Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.66(c)

Description: Toxic use- no contamination

Noncompliance Area: While attempting to separate children in care who were fighting, staff person #1 approached the children with a spray bottle of Fabuloso cleaning solution. The top of the bottle was cracked, and the solution spilled out onto the children.

Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be used in a way that does not contaminate play surfaces, food, food preparation areas and does not constitute a hazard to the children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At BLC all cleaning materials and other toxic materials will be used in a way that does not contaminate play surfaces, food , food preparation areas and does not constitute a hazard to the children.
2025-07-21 Renewal 3270.151(a) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(a)

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

Noncompliance Area: The current health assessment for staff person #3 is dated 5/15/25, which is more than 24 months after the previous health assessment that is dated 2/28/23.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At BLC all facility person providing direct care and comes into contact with children or works with food preparation will have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. With a health assessment that is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem.
2025-07-21 Renewal 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)

Description: Comply with CPSL

Noncompliance Area: The current DHS FBI clearance for staff person #1 is dated 3/13/25, which is more than 60 months after the previous DHS FBI clearance that is dated 2/8/20. The current DHS FBI clearance for staff person #4 is dated 4/23/24, which is more than 60 months after the previous DHS FBI clearance that is dated 4/17/19. The NSOR for staff person #2 is dated 1/5/24, which is after the date of hire (see LIS code sheet).

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At BLC the Director will comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 in relation to protective services.
2025-06-03 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring Allocated Unannounced Monitoring Compliant - Finalized
2024-10-03 Renewal 3270.123(a)(1) - Amount of fee Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(1)

Description: Amount of fee

Noncompliance Area: The agreement for child #2 did not include the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week.

Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At BLC all agreement forms will include the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week on all children's forms.
2024-10-03 Renewal 3270.123(a)(3) - Services proceeded Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(3)

Description: Services proceeded

Noncompliance Area: The record for child #3 contained one child service report dated 3/1/24. A second child service report should have been completed for child #3 by 9/30/24. The record for child #4 did not include a child service report and the child has been enrolled for more than six months (see LIS code sheet).

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At BLC all services that are provided to all children's families and department approved forms will provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided. The Director will always complete and update forms and provide a copy to the family in accordance with the updates regarding emergency contact information in regulation 3270,
2024-10-03 Renewal 3270.123(a)(4) - Arrival/departure times Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(4)

Description: Arrival/departure times

Noncompliance Area: The agreement for child #2 did not include arrival and departure times.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At BLC all child agreement forms will specify the child's arrival and departure time.
2024-10-03 Renewal 3270.131(a) - Health information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(a)

Description: Health information

Noncompliance Area: The initial health assessment for child #1 is dated 6/3/24, which is more than 60 days after the child's date of enrollment (see LIS code sheet).

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At BLC the Director will require all parents of the enrolled child including 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.
2024-10-03 Renewal 3270.131(e) - ACIP recommended immunization record Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(e)

Description: ACIP recommended immunization record

Noncompliance Area: The records for child #1 did not include documentation of immunizations provided within 60 days of the child's date of enrollment. The immunizations were provided with the initial health assessment dated 6/3/24, which is more than 60 days after the child's date of enrollment (see LIS code sheet).

Correction Required: The facility may not accept or retain an infant 2 months of age or older, a toddler or a preschool child at the facility for more than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility unless the parent provides written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of the dates (month, day and year) the child was administered immunizations in accordance with the recommendations of the ACIP.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At BLC the facility will not accept or retain any infant 2 months of age or older, no toddler or preschool child will be allowed at facility for more than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility unless the parent provides written verification from a physician/PA/CRNP/DOH with date month and year acknowledging that the child was administered immunizations in accordance with the recommendations of ACIP.
2024-10-03 Renewal 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)

Description: Comply with CPSL

Noncompliance Area: Staff person #1 has not completed mandated reporter training within the last 60 months. This is evidenced by the previously documented mandated reporter training on file being dated 9/12/19.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to Child Protective Services). Staff person #1 will have until November 7, 2024 to complete the mandated reporter training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #1 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an AGS who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise staff person/ #1, staff person #1 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At BLC the operator will comply with the CPSL/Chapter 3490 child mandated reporting training. And ensuring until training is completed staff will not interact with children unless supervised by a AGS who has completed the required training and if AGS is not available the staff person will not work in any child care position at the facility until training is received and reviewed by Director.
2024-10-03 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: The DHS FBI clearance on file for staff person #1 was dated 9/12/19, which exceeds the 60-month requirement for updating clearances.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490. Staff person #1 may not work in a childcare position at the facility until a new clearance is obtained. 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 #1 may not work in a childcare position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At BLC the facility will always comply with the CPSL/Chapter 3490. Any staff who encounters a delay in obtaining a clearance within the appropriate time frame will not work in the facility until a new clearance is obtained. All facility person's record will include a copy of the request of the clearance and of the disclosure statement under the CPSL.
2024-07-18 Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring Compliant - Finalized
2024-06-12 Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring Compliant - Finalized
2024-05-09 Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring Compliant - Finalized
2024-04-10 Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring 3270.166(4) - Bottles labeled Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.166(4)

Description: Bottles labeled

Noncompliance Area: It was observed in the infant room that a bottle that was just prepared for a child was not labeled with the child's name.

Correction Required: Disposable nursers and bottles shall be labeled with the child's name.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At BLC all disposable nursers and bottles will be labeled with the child's name.
2024-03-13 Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring 3270.76 - Building Surfaces Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.76

Description: Building Surfaces

Noncompliance Area: It was observed in the downstairs men bathroom in the school age area that a piece of the tile flooring is ripped and is not in good repair which could cause a tripping hazard.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At BLC all bathroom floors, walls, ceiling, outdoor play spaces and other surfaces will be kept clean and in good repair free from visible hazards.
2024-03-13 Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.77(a)

Description: No peeling paint or plaster

Noncompliance Area: It was observed in the downstairs preschool area that there was red peeling paint around the doorframe.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At BLC all peeled and damaged paint or plaster will not be permitted in the indoor or outdoor surfaces in the childcare facility.
2024-02-01 Appeals - Unannounced Monitoring 3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii) - Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility Compliant - Finalized

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

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

Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff Person #1 contains a staff data sheet that stated that they graduated from a certain high school in 2007 and a diploma from a different high school with the graduation date of 2009. Based on the conflicting information, it could not be determined that Staff person #1 has the applicable qualifications for the position in which the staff person was performing.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At B.L.C. all staff or substitute personnel will meet all of the applicable staff qualifications for the position of performance. All facility person's record will include verification of childcare experience, education, training prior to service at the facility. Staff person #1 will not return to a childcare position until documentation of their transcript and original diploma are received.
2024-01-04 NS- Unannounced Monitoring 3270.25(b) - Post the inspection summary Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.25(b)

Description: Post the inspection summary

Noncompliance Area: Only one of the four open inspection summaries was posted on the parent board in the facility.

Correction Required: The operator shall post a copy of each inspection summary issued by the Department in a conspicuous location used by parents. The inspection summary shall remain posted until an agent of the Department verifies that each regulatory noncompliance item cited on the inspection summary has been corrected.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At BLC all inspection summaries issued by the Department will be in a conspicuous location used by parent. The inspection summary will remain posted until an agent of the Department verifies that each noncompliance item cited on inspection summary has been corrected.
2024-01-04 NS- Unannounced Monitoring 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)

Description: Comply with CPSL

Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff person #1 did not contain documentation of their completed mandated reporter training. The file for Staff person #2 contained proof of applying for their NSOR but did not contain the certificate for the NSOR (see LIS Code sheet).

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # 2-- may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At BLC the Director will comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490. All documentation of mandated reporter training and documentation of staff's NSOR certificate will be present in their files.
2024-01-04 NS- Unannounced Monitoring 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) - Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)

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

Noncompliance Area: The 30-day fire detection testing log included testing dates 10/28/23-11/28/23, which is more than 30 days apart.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At BLC the fire detection system will be in compliance with standards established under section 1016 of the act 1016c. The Director/Manager will be responsible for compliance with this chapter and ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met.
2023-09-05 Unannounced Monitoring 20.71(a)(7) - Fraud or deceit in obtaining or attempting to obtain a certificate of compliance Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 20.71(a)(7)

Description: Fraud or deceit in obtaining or attempting to obtain a certificate of compliance

Noncompliance Area: The file of facility person #1 contained two health assessments which appeared to be manipulated and after a conversation with representatives of each of the medical facilities listed on each health assessment, it was determined facility person #1 was not seen by the medical professional who signed, or at office listed on the assessments confirming it was in fact falsified.

Correction Required: The Department may deny, refuse to renew or revoke a certificate of compliance for fraud or deceit in obtaining or attempting to obtain a certificate of compliance.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At BLC all facility health assessments will not be manipulated for any reason.
2023-08-03 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.113(a) - Supervised at all times Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(a)

Description: Supervised at all times

Noncompliance Area: On 8/3/23 at approximately 9:55 am, staff person #6 was observed in the toddler room with 12 toddlers, a combined group of 7 young toddlers and 5 older toddlers. There were at least 2 children near the water fountain and because of where staff person #6 was standing, they could not see the children as the fountain is around a corner and this cert rep brought their attention to it. At approximately 12:30 pm, the same day, upon returning to the facility, staff person #4 and #6 were in the toddler room with 12 children, a combination of 7 YT and 5 OT, all on their rest equipment. One child's head and face were completely covered, so staff could not see, hear, direct and assess the child. Next in the preschool room, staff person #9 was present in the preschool room with 16 preschoolers, all on their rest equipment. One child's head and face were completely covered and another child's face was covered so the staff could not see, hear, direct and assess the children.

Correction Required: Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times knowing that the outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises.
2023-08-03 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.124(a) - Each child emergency contact person Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(a)

Description: Each child emergency contact person

Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact information for child #4, #5, #6 and #8, sent electronically on 8/21/23, appeared to have areas that may have been whited out so some of the information could not be verified as accurate.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At BLC Emergency Contact information will be required for each child enrolled and referenced who shall be contacted in emergency.
2023-08-03 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.124(b)(1) - Child's name, birth date Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(1)

Description: Child's name, birth date

Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact information submitted electronically by the operator on 8/21/23, for child #5 through #7 and child #9, did not contain the correct date of birth for the child.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the name and birth date of the child.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At BLC all emergency contact information will include name and birthdate of the child.
2023-08-03 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.134(a) - Child's hands washed Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.134(a)

Description: Child's hands washed

Noncompliance Area: At approximately 10:30 am on 8/3, when diapering was observed, staff #4 wore gloves, but did not wash their hands in between the 3 kids they changed nor after the last child was diapered. None of the toddlers washed their hands at the sink with soap and water after being diapered. Staff person #6 wore gloves, but did not wash their hands in between the 2 kids they changed but did wash them after the last child was diapered. Neither of the toddlers washed their hands at the sink with soap and water after being diapered. After diapering, the children sat down for a snack.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At BLC all staff will ensure that all children's hands are washed before meals/snacks after toileting and after diapering
2023-08-03 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.14/3270.21 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: The 1 hour health and safety training in the file for staff person #11 and #14, both hired before 10/4/22, was dated 3/8/23 and 3/15/23, respectively.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At BLC we will operate in conformity with the applicable Federal/State laws/Dept of Environmental resources/Labor and Industry/Dept of Health/Education/Transportation, not posing any threat to the health or safety of our children.
2023-08-03 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.152 - Adult Hygiene Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.152

Description: Adult Hygiene

Noncompliance Area: At approximately 10:30 am on 8/3, when diapering was observed, staff #4 wore gloves, but did not wash their hands in between the 3 kids they changed nor after the last child was diapered. None of the toddlers washed their hands at the sink with soap and water after being diapered. Staff person #6 wore gloves, but did not wash their hands in between the 2 kids they changed but did wash them after the last child was diapered. Neither of the toddlers washed their hands at the sink with soap and water after being diapered. After diapering, the children sat down for a snack.

Correction Required: A facility person shall wash his hands before meals and snacks, and after toileting and after diapering a child.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At BLC all staff persons will wash hands before meals/snacks, and after toileting/diapering a child.
2023-08-03 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.165 - Menus Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.165

Description: Menus

Noncompliance Area: The 3 menus posted at the facility were for the month of July.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At BLC the menu will maintain being held in a conspicuously post 1 week in advance,
2023-08-03 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.192(2)(ii) - Exp, educ., training prior to facility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(2)(ii)

Description: Exp, educ., training prior to facility

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #16, provided electronically on 8/8/23, did not include any proof of education or experience. The operator stated that staff person #16 had accompanied children on a field trip on 8/3/23. Staff person #16 was also listed on the facility's fire drill log on 7/31/23.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At BLC all staff files will include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.
2023-08-03 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.192(5) - Two written references Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(5)

Description: Two written references

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #16, provided electronically on 8/18/23, did not include 2 letters of reference.The operator stated that staff person #16 had accompanied children on a field trip on 8/3/23. Staff person #16 was also listed as participating in a fire drill on 7/31/23 on the facility's fire drill log.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At BLC all facility person's record will include two written. nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
2023-08-03 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.24(a) - Immediate access Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.24(a)

Description: Immediate access

Noncompliance Area: On 8/3/23, the file for staff person #12, with a start date of (SEE LIS CODE SHEET), included a verification of employment completed by the operator stating that the individual had been a volunteer since January 2018. However, no file was presented for the individual at the renewal inspection on 7/28/22 or the renewal inspection on 7/11 and 7/12/23. Staff person #11, #13 and #14 were not listed on the renewal staff sheets which were completed by the operator and their files were not presented at the renewal inspection on 7/11 and 7/12/23. In an email from the operator on 8/22, the date of hire for staff person number #11 was (SEE LIS CODE SHEET) The Staff person #13 was observed at the facility working with children during the renewal inspection. The operator stated that staff person #14 had left in early June but on 8/3/23, it was observed that staff person #14 was listed as participating in the fire drills on 5/5/23, 6/23/23 and 7/31/23. On 8/3/23, it was observed that there were no school-age children in care at the time of the investigation. When asked where the school-agers were, neither the operator nor the staff identified where the children were. One staff stated that when no school-agers showed up that day, they were wondering why. On 8/8, when the operator was asked again where the school-agers were on 8/3, the operator stated that they were on a field trip to the park and Dairy Queen. When asked which staff and how many children were on the trip, the operator stated #15 and #16 were on the trip with approximately 7-8 children. Based on enrollment provided by the operator, there are 31 school-agers enrolled at the facility. When asked why staff previously stated that they didn't know where the school-agers were, the operator stated they probably didn't think about it. In an email from the operator 8/18, they stated the staff and children went to Dairy Queen and the park "on foot." On 8/21, the operator provided emergency contact forms for 7 school-agers who went on the field trip. One of the children participating in the field trp was a child of a staff person who was observed on site on 8/3. In an email from the operator on 8/22, they stated the field trip was to Universal Park in Penn Hills, however, staff person #16 told the operator they never made it to the park because "there was not enough sidewalk" and they returned to Dairy Queen. Universal Park is 6 miles away from the facility.

Correction Required: A staff person shall provide to agents of the Department immediate access to the facility, the children and the files and records.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At BLC staff has and will continue to provide agents of the Department immediate access to the facility, children's files and records.
2023-08-03 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)

Description: Comply with CPSL

Noncompliance Area: The last mandated reporter training in the file for staff person #14 was 3/5/18.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At BLC we will comply with the CPSL /Chapter 3490.
2023-08-03 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: On 8/22/23, the file for staff person #14 was reviewed via email and included an expired child abuse clearance, dated 3/26/18 and the last two state police clearances were dated 4/19/18 and 5/2/23. The file also included a current FBI rap sheet with a missing disposition for an out of state felony charge from 2013. The file for staff person #12, with a start date of (SEE LIS CODE SHEET), included a verification of experience form completed by the operator which stated the individual had been a volunteer since 1/2018 and worked 25 hours per week. However, the individual turned 18 in December and there were no clearances on file for the individual until January of 2023. The file for staff person #16 did not include a signed and dated disclosure statement for this facility.On 8/8/23, the operator stated that staff person #16 had accompanied children on a field trip on 8/3/23. Staff person #16 was also listed on the facility's fire drill log on 7/3/23.

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. Facility Person #14 and #16 may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At BLC we will comply with CPSL/Chapter 3490. All facility person's record will include a copy of request for the criminal history record/child abuse registry/disclosure statement/copies of completed clearance information required under the CPSL.
2023-08-03 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.51 - Similar Age Level Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.51

Description: Similar Age Level

Noncompliance Area: On 8/3 at approximately 10 am in the preschool room, staff person #9 was observed with 13 preschoolers. Staff person #9 stated the 11th child arrived at approx. 9:40 am. Based on staff interviews, all 3 rooms were out of ratio because a staff person was seriously injured the night before & was in the hospital and "We didn't know you were coming." The director was called and notified they were out of ratio and the director stated that they were trying to find additional staff. The director had been at the hospital , but was on their way to the facility. In addition, someone called off but they didn't know who and children showed up that weren't scheduled to attend.

Correction Required: When children are grouped in similar age levels, the following maximum child group sizes and ratios of staff persons apply: Infants 1:4 with a maximum group size of 8; Young toddlers 1:5 with a maximum group size of 10; Older toddlers 1:6 with a maximum group size of 12; Preschool children 1:10 with a maximum group size of 20; Young school-age children 1:12 with a maximum group size of 24; Older school-age children 1:15 with a maximum group size of 30.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At BLC, when children are grouped in similar age levels, the following maximum child group sizes and ratios of staff persons apply: Infants 1:4 with a maximum group size of 8; Young toddlers 1:5 with a maximum group size of 10; Older toddlers 1:6 with a maximum group size of 12; Preschool children 1:10 with a maximum group size of 20; Young school-age children 1:12 with a maximum group size of 24; Older school-age children 1:15 with a maximum group size of 30.
2023-08-03 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.52 - Mixed Age Level Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.52

Description: Mixed Age Level

Noncompliance Area: On 8/3 at approximately 9:55 am, staff person #6 was observed in the toddler room with 12 toddlers, a combined group of 7 young toddlers and 5 older toddlers. Approximately 2-3 minutes later, staff person #4 came up the stairs and into the room with 3 preschoolers. Staff #4 stated a child had just arrived and was playing on the steps and that's why they left the room. Approximately 2-3 minutes later in the infant room, staff person #5 was observed with 5 children, a combined group of 4 YT and one infant. Based on staff interviews, the 5th child had arrived at approximately 8:30 am. Based on staff interviews, all 3 rooms were out of ratio because a staff person was seriously injured the night before & was in the hospital and "We didn't know you were coming." The director was called and notified they were out of ratio and the director stated that they were trying to find additional staff. The director had been at the hospital , but was on their way to the facility. In addition, someone called off but they didn't know who and children showed up that weren't scheduled to attend that day.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
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.
2023-08-03 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.55(b) - Other staff on premises Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.55(b)

Description: Other staff on premises

Noncompliance Area: At approximately 12:30 pm on 8/3, upon returning to the facility, staff person #4 and #6 were in the todd room with 12 children, 7 YT and 5 OT, all on their rest equipment. Approximately 2 minutes later, staff person #9 was in the preschool room with 16 preschoolers, all on their rest equipment and children using the bathroom one at a time. Approx 4-5 minutes later, staff person #12 came into the building through the side door leading into the preschool room. They stated they were outside making a personal phone call. Staff person #1 and #11, who were on site earlier that day, were no longer present. When asked when staff person #11 left, staff stated the staff person left shortly after this cert rep did, which was approximately 11:30 am. When asked why staff person #11 left, staff stated they thought the staff person had an emergency. Because there were 5 staff and a total of 32 children (1 infant, 10 YT, 5 OT and 16 PS), the facility could not maintain awake ratios.

Correction Required: Staff persons who are on duty but are not providing child care during naptime shall remain in the child care portion of the facility premises.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At BLC all staff persons on duty but not providing care during naptime will remain in the child care portion of the facility premises.
2023-08-03 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.82(h) - Handwashing signs Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.82(h)

Description: Handwashing signs

Noncompliance Area: At approximately 10:30 am on 8/3, when diapering was observed, staff #4 wore gloves, but did not wash their hands in between the 3 kids they changed nor after the last child was diapered. None of the toddlers washed their hands at the sink with soap and water after being diapered. Staff person #6 wore gloves, but did not wash their hands in between the 2 kids they changed but did wash them after the last child was diapered. Neither of the toddlers washed their hands at the sink with soap and water after being diapered. After diapering, the children sat down for a snack.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At BLC all facility person and child will wash hands after toileting and before eating. The sign will continue to be posted at each toilet, training chair, diapering area and sink.
2023-08-03 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.94(a)(4) - Hypothetical locations Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.94(a)(4)

Description: Hypothetical locations

Noncompliance Area: On 8/3/23, it was observed that the hypothetical location listed for consecutive fire drills on 6/23 and 7/31/23 was "upper open space."

Correction Required: The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At BLC the Director/Manager will conduct fire drills and ensure that the hypothetical locations are rotated around the facility.
2023-07-11 Renewal 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.102(a)

Description: Clean and good repair

Noncompliance Area: On 7/12/23, in the smaller preschool room downstairs, the bin containing dress up clothing had a large crack. The bottom drawer of the black 3-drawer plastic cart near the television was cracked.

Correction Required: Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At BLC all toys/play equipment/indoor-outdoor equipment used by children will be clean/good repair/free from rough edges/sharp corners/pinch/crush points/splinters and exposed bolts.
2023-07-11 Renewal 3270.113(a) - Supervised at all times Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(a)

Description: Supervised at all times

Noncompliance Area: **On 7/11/23, at approximately 2:15 pm, staff persons #7 and #9 were in the large preschool/school-age room with 19 children, all of whom were on their rest equipment. Based on where the staff persons were sitting at the time, there was one child they could not see, hear, direct or assess because the child was lying close to the sink and garbage can, which obstructed their view. There was also another child who was completely covered in their sleeping bag, head to toe.

Correction Required: **The director will conduct random assessments of each classroom three times a week, at various times of the day, for the next 3 months. During the assessment, the director will ask each staff person in each classroom to identify the children that are in their group, and are therefore, responsible for. The director will document all assessments in a log, including the date, time, staff persons, number and ages of children. The log must first be approved by the DHS representative. The completed logs will be made available to DHS representatives upon request.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At BLC Director will conduct random assessments of each classrooms 3 times a week, at various times of the day, for 3 months and the Director will ask each staff in classroom to identify the children that they are responsible for in their group. The Director will document all assessments in a log with the staff/children/date/time/pictures of children. Pending approval from DHS and all logs readily available to DHS representatives upon request.
2023-07-11 Renewal 3270.113(a) - Supervised at all times Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(a)

Description: Supervised at all times

Noncompliance Area: *On 7/11/23, at approximately 2:15 pm, staff persons #7 and #9 were in the large preschool/school-age room with 19 children, all of whom were on their rest equipment. Based on where the staff persons were sitting at the time, there was one child they could not see, hear, direct or assess because the child was lying close to the sink and garbage can, which obstructed their view. There was also another child who was completely covered in their sleeping bag, head to toe.

Correction Required: *Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At BLC all children on facility premises/excursions off premises will be supervised by staff persons at all times, including outdoor play space used by the facility.
2023-07-11 Renewal 3270.113(a)(1) - Staff assigned to specific children Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(a)(1)

Description: Staff assigned to specific children

Noncompliance Area: **On 7/11/23 at approximately 9:25 am, staff persons #1, #2 and #3 were observed in the middle preschool room downstairs with 19 children. Staff person #1 stated that they were not responsible for any children. Staff person #2 identified 8 children and staff person #3 identified 8 children, for a total of 16 children, leaving 3 children unidentified. Staff were working to to organize the tags at this time. Each time the staff were asked to name their supervision group, they were told to take their time and use their ID cards. In addition, the names of the children which staff identified were read back to them to confirm the names and number of children in their group. Staff person #2 then identified a 9th child, for a total of 17 children, leaving 2 children unidentified. At this point, staff were asked to identify the name of each child in the room to determine which children were not yet identified. When this certification rep provided the names of the 2 unidentified children to the staff, staff person #3 stated they were responsible for one of the two children and had the child's tag. When asked about the last unidentified child, staff person #3 stated that the child belonged in staff person #2's group. No one had a tag for the child.

Correction Required: **The facility is required to maintain its hands-free method for identifying the specific children for which each staff person is responsible. It will include, minimally, the name and a picture of the child and staff will utilize the identification method appropriately by always keeping the tags on their person while on duty at the facility. When a new child enrolls at the facility, a supervision card will be present at the facility before the child's first day of attendance.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At BLC all staff will maintain a hands free method for identifying the specific children by name and picture whom they are responsible. Utilizing identification method appropriately by keeping their tags on their person at all times while on duty at the facility. All new enrollees will have picture tags produced and on site prior to the child first day starting at the facility.
2023-07-11 Renewal 3270.113(a)(1) - Staff assigned to specific children Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(a)(1)

Description: Staff assigned to specific children

Noncompliance Area: On 7/11/23 at approximately 9:25 am, staff persons #1, #2 and #3 were observed in the middle preschool room downstairs with 19 children. Staff person #1 stated that they were not responsible for any children. Staff person #2 identified 8 children and staff person #3 identified 8 children, for a total of 16 children, leaving 3 children unidentified. Staff were working to to organize the tags at this time. Each time the staff were asked to name their supervision group, they were told to take their time and use their ID cards. In addition, the names of the children which staff identified were read back to them to confirm the names and number of children in their group. Staff person #2 then identified a 9th child, for a total of 17 children, leaving 2 children unidentified. At this point, staff were asked to identify the name of each child in the room to determine which children were not yet identified. When this certification rep provided the names of the 2 unidentified children to the staff, staff person #3 stated they were responsible for one of the two children and had the child's tag. When asked about the last unidentified child, staff person #3 stated that the child belonged in staff person #2's group. No one had a tag for the child.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At BLC each staff will be assigned all responsibility of supervision for each specific child, by knowing the names/whereabouts of the child in his/hers group, being physically present with all children in the group on/off the premises
2023-07-11 Renewal 3270.123(a)(3) - Services proceeded Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(3)

Description: Services proceeded

Noncompliance Area: On 7/11/23, there were no child service reports in the file for child #1 and #2, both enrolled more than 6 months.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At BLC all services will be provided to the family and child, provided on the Department's approved form that provides information to the family about child's growth/development in the context of the services being provided. The Director will complete and update the form providing a copy to the family
2023-07-11 Renewal 3270.124(b)(3) - Parent home/work address, phone Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(3)

Description: Parent home/work address, phone

Noncompliance Area: On 7/11/23, the emergency contact information in the file for child #1 did not include the home phone number for the child's mother.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At BLC all emergency contact information will include the home/ work address and telephone numbers of enrolling parents.
2023-07-11 Renewal 3270.124(c) - Each child care space Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(c)

Description: Each child care space

Noncompliance Area: On 7/11/23, there were no emergency contact forms present in the front gross motor space, in which preschoolers were receiving care before lunch.

Correction Required: When children are in the facility, emergency contact information shall be present in a child care space for children receiving care in the space.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At BLC all emergency contact information will be present in a child care space for children receiving care in that child care space at all times.
2023-07-11 Renewal 3270.124(f) - Updated every 6 months Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(f)

Description: Updated every 6 months

Noncompliance Area: On 7/11/23, the last update in writing by a parent on the emergency contact information in the file for child #1 was dated 9/16/22. The last update in writing by a parent on the emergency contact information in the file for child #2 was dated 8/4/22. The last update in writing by a parent on the emergency contact information in the file for child #3 was dated 5/12/22

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At BLC parents will update in writing emergency contact information every 6 months or as soon, as there is a change in any information.
2023-07-11 Renewal 3270.131(b)(2) - Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(b)(2)

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

Noncompliance Area: On 7/11/23, the last health report in the file for child #2, a 23 month old, was dated 12/9/21.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At BLC the Director will require the parent to provide updated health report every 12 months for an older toddler or preschooler.
2023-07-11 Renewal 3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) - Immunization record/Dismissal policy Non Compliant - Finalized

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

Description: Immunization record/Dismissal policy

Noncompliance Area: On 7/11/23, the list of vaccinations in the file for child #2, a 23 month old, was missing 1 of the following vaccinations: Hep B, DTAP, HIB, Pneumococcal and polio and did not include evidence of a flu shot. There was not a written exemption letter by a parent.

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). Child #2 must be dismissed from care by close of business and may only return to care when the immunization record is updated or when a parent provides a written, signed exemption letter.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At BLC all health report will include a review of the child's immunization status according to recommendations of ACIP. The facility will implement dismissal policies in accordance with the Department of Health.
2023-07-11 Renewal 3270.135(a)(3) - Disposable diapers Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.135(a)(3)

Description: Disposable diapers

Noncompliance Area: On 7/11/23, the new wall-mounted diapering trash cans in the infant and toddler rooms were not hands-free, as they were topped with swinging lids.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At BLC where disposable diapers are provided by parent or facility, all soiled diapers will be discarded by immediately placing the diaper into a plastic -lined, hands-free covered can.
2023-07-11 Renewal 3270.14/3270.21 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: On 7/11/23, the files for staff person #1 through #8 and #10, #11, #13 and #14, all hired before 10/4/22, included 1 hour health and safety trainings dated after 12/30/22. The file for staff person #9, hired before 10/4/22, did not include the 1 hour health and safety training.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At BLC the Center will be operated in conformity with the applicable Federal/State laws/regulations and State agencies any regulations relating to the operation of a facility including Dept Environmental/Dept Labor Industry/Dept Health/Education and Transportation never posing a threat to the health or safety of any children at the Center at all times.
2023-07-11 Renewal 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3)

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

Noncompliance Area: On 7/11/23, the last two health assessments in the file for staff person #1 were dated 10/19/20 and 1/30/23. The last health assessment in the file for staff person #8 was dated 12/21/20.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At BLC all facility persons providing direct care/food preparation and comes in contact with children will have a health assessment conducted 12 months prior to providing initial service in child care setting and every 24 months after. the Director will follow the date of signature, if the person doesn't contract a communicable disease developed a medical problem. All facility persons records will include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of the initial and subsequent tuberculin skin test, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.
2023-07-11 Renewal 3270.181(c) - Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.181(c)

Description: Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

Noncompliance Area: On 7/11/23, the last update in writing by a parent on the emergency contact information and agreement form in the file for child #1 was dated 9/16/22. The last update in writing by a parent on the emergency contact information and the agreement form in the file for child #2 was dated 8/4/22. The last update in writing by a parent on the emergency contact information and agreement form in the file for child #3 was dated 5/12/22.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At BLC all parents will review and update the emergency contact/financial agreement information every 6 months or as soon as there is a change in information.
2023-07-11 Renewal 3270.31(e) - Age and Training Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(e)

Description: Age and Training

Noncompliance Area: On 7/11/23, Staff person #1, hired before 12/19/20, did not include 12 hours of training between 12/19/21 and 12/19/22.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At BLC all staff persons will contain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training
2023-07-11 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: On 7/11/23, the FBI clearance in the file for staff person #1, dated 10/28/20, was for the Department of Aging, and not a required Department of Human Services FBI Clearance. The state police clearance in the file for staff person #4 was missing at least one page of their FBI rap sheet, dated 2/6/23, making it an incomplete clearance. The disclosure statement in the file for staff person #7 and #9 were from a different location which is under a different legal entity, therefore, staff person #7 and #9 did not have an updated disclosure statement at the time of hire at this location on (SEE LIS CODE SHEET). The disclosure statement in the file for staff person #10 was not dated, so timeliness could not be assessed.

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. Facility Person #4, #7, #9 and #10 may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At BLC the Director will comply with CPSL and Chapter 3490. All staff's files will include a copy of request for the criminal history record/child abuse registry clearance information required under CPSL. All staff signed and dated a disclosure statement before returning to work.
2023-07-11 Renewal 3270.34(c) - Employed and present 30 hrs/wk Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.34(c)

Description: Employed and present 30 hrs/wk

Noncompliance Area: Based on conversation on 7/12/23 with staff person #1, the director, they don't have a set schedule. They are usually on site with kids M-F, 6-9a and then they leave after that. They might come back in the afternoon if needed, but sometimes they don't return. Children are in care 6a-9/10p, M-F. The facility offers Saturday hours, but the director stated there have been no children in care on Saturdays for the last 2 months. Based on this information, staff person #1 is not present at the facility a total of 30 hours a week when children are in care.

Correction Required: A director shall be employed by a facility and be present at the facility site a minimum of 30 hours per week.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At BLC the Director will be employed by facility and be present at the facility site a minimum of 30 hours per week.
2023-07-11 Renewal 3270.35(d)/3270.35(e) - Director only 45 children enrolled/46 or more children- additional group sups Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.35(d)/3270.35(e)

Description: Director only 45 children enrolled/46 or more children- additional group sups

Noncompliance Area: On 7/11/23, based on conversation with operator and staff, there is an average of 50-70 children in attendance daily. There were at least 47 children observed in care that day. The only group supervisor employed by the facility is staff person #2.

Correction Required: A director may not function as a group supervisor in a facility in which more than 45 children are enrolled. In a facility in which more than 45 children are enrolled, a group supervisor is required for the first group of 45 enrolled children and for each group or partial group of 45 additional enrolled children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At BLC the Director will not function as a group supervisor in the facility in which more than 45 children are enrolled.
2023-07-11 Renewal 3270.61(h)/3270.61(h)(2)(ii) - Exceeding Capacity/Designated on facility schedule Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.61(h)/3270.61(h)(2)(ii)

Description: Exceeding Capacity/Designated on facility schedule

Noncompliance Area: On 7/11/23, at approximately 9:25 am, there were 19 preschool children in the preschool room. Staff stated they were getting ready to transition outside but it was not designated on the facility's daily schedule.

Correction Required: The capacity established for an indoor space may not be exceeded. When the number of older toddler, preschool or school-age children participating in a program activity exceeds the capacity of the child care space each time period shall be designated on the facility's schedule of daily activities.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At BLC the capacity established for an indoor space will not exceed even when the number of older toddler /preschool/school-age children participating in a program activity exceeds the capacity of the child care space each time period will be designated on the facility's schedule of daily activities
2023-07-11 Renewal 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.66(a)

Description: Locked or inaccessible

Noncompliance Area: On 7/12/23, the following items were observed in the unlocked closet in the school-age room and included instructions to keep out of the : Fabuloso, bleach, hand sanitizer and disinfectant spray.

Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At BLC all cleaning materials and toxic materials will be kept in a specific area and container locked in closet and inaccessible to children.
2023-07-11 Renewal 3270.75(a) - In child care spaces Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.75(a)

Description: In child care spaces

Noncompliance Area: On 7/12/23, there was not a first-aid kit present in the front gross motor space, in which preschoolers were receiving care before lunch.

Correction Required: A first-aid kit shall be in a child care space.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At BLC a first-aid kit will be present in every child care space in the facility.
2023-07-11 Renewal 3270.75(c) - Has all items Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.75(c)

Description: Has all items

Noncompliance Area: On 7/12/23, the first-aid kit in the toddler room did not contain soap.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At BLC all first aid kits in the facility will contain soap/assortment of adhesive bandages/sterile gauze pads/tweezers/tape/scissors/disposable/nonporous gloves
2023-07-11 Renewal 3270.94(a)(4) - Hypothetical locations Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.94(a)(4)

Description: Hypothetical locations

Noncompliance Area: On 7/12/23, based on review of the facility's fire drill log, the hypothetical location for back-to-back drills on 3/9/23 and 4/13/23 was listed as "Upper open space."

Correction Required: The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The Director/Manager responsible for compliance will conduct fire drills and ensure that the hypothetical locations of the fire drill are rotated around the facility
2023-07-11 Renewal 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) - Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)

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

Noncompliance Area: On 7/11/23, it was observed that the last two professional testing dates for the facility's fire detection system were 2/7/22 and 6/8/23. In addition, based on a written statement from the security company, they can be contacted for the system to be placed on test to check the system's function. The facility's fire detection system was not being tested and documented every 30 days or less.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At BLC the fire detection system will be in compliance with standards established under section 1016. The Director/Manager will ensure the requirements under subsection 9a are met.
2023-01-30 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.102(a)

Description: Clean and good repair

Noncompliance Area: In the back play space, there was a basketball hoop that was toppled over onto the ground and the glass backboard had several large cracks. There was another basketball hoop that had toppled over and was lying on top of the children's plastic play house.

Correction Required: Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At BLC all toys indoor/outdoor play equipment used by children will be maintained and cleaned in good repair free from hazardous and harmful conditions for children at all times.
2023-01-30 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.106(a) - Clean, age appropriate Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.106(a)

Description: Clean, age appropriate

Noncompliance Area: At approximately 9:55 am in the infant room, a child was observed sleeping in a pack n play that was labeled with the number "1." However, there was not a corresponding chart that identified the name of the children assigned to each pack n play. At approximately 10 am in the large preschool room, a child was observed sleeping on the floor, while the other 21 children were sitting at tables or on couches.

Correction Required: Individual, clean, age-appropriate rest equipment shall be provided for preschool, toddler and infant children as agreed between the child's parent and the operator. The rest equipment shall be labeled for the use of a specific child and used only by the specified child.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At BLC all children will have individual clean labeled age-appropriate rest equipment provided for preschool, toddler and infant children agreed between the parent and operator.
2023-01-30 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.113(a)(1) - Staff assigned to specific children Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(a)(1)

Description: Staff assigned to specific children

Noncompliance Area: At approximately 10 am in the large preschool room, staff person #3, #4 and #5 were present with 22 preschoolers. Staff person #3 identified 10 children, staff person #4 identified 5 children and staff person #5 identified 7 children. A few minutes later, staff person #5 left the room briefly and entered the adjacent room, which is a separate space, before turning around and going back into the large room with the 7 children they had previously identified. A moment later, when staff person #5 left the room again, they stated staff person #4 was now responsible for their 7 children, placing staff person #4 out of ratio with 12 preschoolers. Staff person #5 stated they left the room because a preschooler had just arrived and they needed to meet the child at the top of the steps.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At BLC all staff person will be assigned all responsibility for supervision of specific children, knowing the names and whereabouts of their assigned children in their group.
2023-01-30 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: The most recent child abuse clearance in the file for staff person #3 was dated 8/31/17.

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. Facility Person #3 may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At BLC all staff files will include a copy of requests for criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, including a disclosure statement/copy of completed clearance required under CPSL, before working in the facility.
2023-01-30 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.51 - Similar Age Level Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.51

Description: Similar Age Level

Noncompliance Area: At approximately 10:00am in the large preschool room, staff person #3, #4 and #5 were present with 22 preschoolers. Staff person #3 identified 10 children, staff person #4 identified 5 children and staff person #5 identified 7 children. A few minutes later, staff person #5 left the room briefly and entered the adjacent room, which is a separate space, before turning around and going back into the large room with the 7 children they had previously identified. A moment later, when staff person #5 left the room again, they stated staff person #4 was now responsible for their 7 children, placing staff person #4 out of ratio with 12 preschoolers. Staff person #5 stated they left the room because a preschooler had just arrived and they needed to meet the child at the top of the steps.

Correction Required: When children are grouped in similar age levels, the following maximum child group sizes and ratios of staff persons apply: Infants 1:4 with a maximum group size of 8; Young toddlers 1:5 with a maximum group size of 10; Older toddlers 1:6 with a maximum group size of 12; Preschool children 1:10 with a maximum group size of 20; Young school-age children 1:12 with a maximum group size of 24; Older school-age children 1:15 with a maximum group size of 30.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At BLC all staff will maintain staff/child ratio at all times even when child are grouped in similar age level. Staff will not leave the room or put other staff out of ratio with displacement of children.
2023-01-30 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.52 - Mixed Age Level Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.52

Description: Mixed Age Level

Noncompliance Area: At approximately 9:45am in the toddler room, staff person #1 and #2 were present with 16 toddlers. Each staff person identified 8 children, placing them both out of ratio. Staff person #1 identified 6 young toddlers and 2 older toddlers and staff person #2 identified 2 young toddlers and 6 older toddlers.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At BLC staff will maintain appropriate staff child ratio at all times, even when children are grouped in mixed age levels. Staff will always use the youngest child to determine the staff/child ratio and maximum group size.
2023-01-30 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.63 - Unsafe Areas in Outdoor Space Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.63

Description: Unsafe Areas in Outdoor Space

Noncompliance Area: A large hole was observed at the bottom of the fence line in the far corner of the play space,behind the shed. The hole extended approximately 8 feet along the base of the fence, and its width was approximately a foot at the widest point. On the other side of the fence, there is a creek with running water, which is causing the hillside at the edge of the play space to erode. The erosion caused part of the outdoor play space to be missing near the fence.

Correction Required: If unsafe areas or conditions are in or near an outdoor play space, fencing or natural barriers are required to restrict children from those unsafe areas or conditions.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The back play space has been removed from our capacity.
2023-01-30 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.65 - Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.65

Description: Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less

Noncompliance Area: In the large preschool room, there was an uncovered outlet behind the 2nd computer to the right of the doorway.

Correction Required: Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At BLC all protective receptacle covers will be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years and younger.
2023-01-30 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.68(a) - No smoking areas Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.68(a)

Description: No smoking areas

Noncompliance Area: In the back play space, there were at least 30 cigarette butts observed on the ground throughout the space. The operator reported that staff smoked in the back play space while on their breaks.

Correction Required: Cigarettes, pipes or cigars may not be smoked in a child care space, a play space or a food preparation area when children are in care or when food is being prepared.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At BLC staff will not smoke cigarettes, pipes or cigars in the back play space during break or any time that are prohibited in a child care space.
2023-01-30 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.68(b) - No cigarette butts Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.68(b)

Description: No cigarette butts

Noncompliance Area: In the back play space, there were at least 30 cigarette butts observed on the ground throughout the space.

Correction Required: Ashes and cigarette or cigar butts are prohibited in a child care space, a play space or a food preparation area.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At BLC ashes cigarettes or cigar butts will not be in any child care space in the facility or food preparation areas at any time.
2023-01-30 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.76 - Building Surfaces Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.76

Description: Building Surfaces

Noncompliance Area: On the shed in the back play space, the lattice on the side of the shed was becoming detached and was cracked in 3 places. On the ramp leading up to the shed in the back play space, there were 11 exposed bolts on the side facing 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At BLC the lattice on the side of the shed will maintain attached and free from cracks. All bolts will be and maintained covered in good repair and visibly hazard free.
2023-01-30 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.77(a)

Description: No peeling paint or plaster

Noncompliance Area: In the back play space, there was an area of chipping paint on the wall near the white drain pipe.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At BLC all peeling and damaged surfaces including paint/plaster will be fixed and maintained at all times in the child care facility.
2023-01-30 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.91(a) - Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.91(a)

Description: Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed

Noncompliance Area: At approximately 9:45 am in the toddler room, where staff person #1 and #2 were present with 16 toddlers, large pieces of plastic play equipment was observed being used as a barrier to keep the toddlers on one side of the room, therefore, obstructing the path to the main door.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At BLC staff will not use play equipment as barriers obstructing the path to the Main door.
2022-11-18 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #1, observed alone in the preschool room with 6 children, did not include a disclosure statement, child abuse clearance or a copy of the request for the child abuse clearance.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #1 may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At BLC, the director will always comply with CPSL. All facility person's record/file will include a copy of the criminal history, child abuse and disclosure statement, required under the CPSL. No staff will work in a child care position at the facility.
2022-11-18 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(iii) - HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training at facility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(iii)

Description: HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training at facility

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #1, observed alone in the preschool room with 6 children, included a high school diploma but no proof of child care experience, qualifying them as an aide.

Correction Required: An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At BLC, all assistant group supervisors will have a high school diploma or GED and 2 years experience with children. All staff's files will include verification of experience with children, education and training.
2022-08-29 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.20(a)(1) - Inpatient hospitalization or ER treatment of child Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.20(a)(1)

Description: Inpatient hospitalization or ER treatment of child

Noncompliance Area: Based on staff interviews, child #1 was crying when they arrived at the facility at approximately 9 am on 8.23.22. Approximately 20 minutes later, when the child could not be consoled, staff noticed that the child's arm appeared to be swollen and contacted a parent to pick up the child from the facility. The child was then taken to receive emergency medical care and the operator did not report this to the appropriate regional office.

Correction Required: The operator shall immediately notify a child's parent and shall telephone notice to the appropriate regional office within 24 hours if a child in care at the facility is hospitalized or receives emergency room treatment.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At BLC the Director will immediately notify a child's parent and will telephone notice to the appropriate regional office within 24 hours if a child at the facility is hospitalized or receives emergency room treatment.
2022-07-28 Renewal 3270.124(b)(4) - Written consent Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(4)

Description: Written consent

Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact information in the file for child #1 did not include written consent by a parent for emergency medical care.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At BLC all emergency contact information will include the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care. The child's parent signed for the emergency medical care.
2022-07-28 Renewal 3270.124(c) - Each child care space Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(c)

Description: Each child care space

Noncompliance Area: There was no emergency contact information for child #3 in the preschool room, where the child was observed receiving care. There was no emergency contact information for child #4 in the toddler room, where the child was observed receiving care.

Correction Required: When children are in the facility, emergency contact information shall be present in a child care space for children receiving care in the space.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At BLC all emergency contact information will always be present in the child care space were the child is receiving care.
2022-07-28 Renewal 3270.124(f) - Updated every 6 months Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(f)

Description: Updated every 6 months

Noncompliance Area: The last update in writing by a parent on the emergency contact information and agreement form in the file for child #2 was dated more than 6 months ago.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At BLC all emergency contact information will be updated in writing within the 6 month period, and with all changes in information. The child's parent reviewed and re-signed both forms.
2022-07-28 Renewal 3270.134(a) - Child's hands washed Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.134(a)

Description: Child's hands washed

Noncompliance Area: In the infant room, after staff person #1 was observed changing the diaper of 3 infants, neither the staff person or the children's hands were washed.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At BLC all staff persons will ensure that each child's hands are washed before meals and snacks and after toileting and being diapered.
2022-07-28 Renewal 3270.135(b) - Surfaces cleaned Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.135(b)

Description: Surfaces cleaned

Noncompliance Area: In the infant room, staff person #1 was observed changing the diaper of 3 infants without sanitizing the changing table after each use.

Correction Required: Diaper changing surfaces shall be cleaned after each use by wiping the surface with a sanitizing solution or by changing a pad or other surface covering.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At BLC all diaper changing surfaces will be cleaned after each use by wiping the surface with sanitizing solution and changing the pad of surface covering.
2022-07-28 Renewal 3270.166(4) - Bottles labeled Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.166(4)

Description: Bottles labeled

Noncompliance Area: There were 4 unlabeled bottles in the refrigerator in the infant room.

Correction Required: Disposable nursers and bottles shall be labeled with the child's name.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At BLC all bottles and disposable nurses will be labeled with child's name.
2022-07-28 Renewal 3270.181(c) - Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.181(c)

Description: Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

Noncompliance Area: The last update in writing by a parent on the emergency contact information and agreement form in the file for child #2 was dated more than 6 months ago.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At BLC all emergency contact information and agreement will be updated on a 6 month period or as soon, as change in information. The childs's parent reviewed and re-signed both forms.
2022-07-28 Renewal 3270.182(3) - Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.182(3)

Description: Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission

Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact information in the file for child #1 did not include written consent by a parent for emergency medical care.

Correction Required: A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At BLC all children's records will contain a signed parental consent for emergency medical care for each child and prior to admission. The childs parent signed for emergency medical care.
2022-07-28 Renewal 3270.182(5) - Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.182(5)

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

Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact information in the file for child #1 did not include written consent by a parent 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At BLC all children's records will contain a signed parental consent for emergency medical care for each child and prior to admission. The child's parent signed for emergency medical care.
2022-07-28 Renewal 3270.192(2)(ii) - Exp, educ., training prior to facility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(2)(ii)

Description: Exp, educ., training prior to facility

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #1, holding the title of AGS and who was observed alone and unsupervised in the infant room with 4 children, included proof of a high school diploma, but did not include proof of 2500 hours of childcare experience as the 2 verification of employment forms were completed by the staff person.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At BLC all aides will be supervised at all times by a staff person qualified minimum as an assistant group supervision.
2022-07-28 Renewal 3270.27(a)(6) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(a)(6)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: The first emergency drill conducted at the facility was 5/16/22.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At BLC all Emergency drills will be conducted annually and documented in a file in the office.
2022-07-28 Renewal 3270.31(e)(4)(i) - Age and Training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(e)(4)(i)

Description: Age and Training

Noncompliance Area: The current FA/CPR training in the file for staff person #2 was dated a few months after the previous certification had expired.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At BLC all staff will renew their certifications in CPR on or before the expiration date of current certifications.
2022-07-28 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: The disclosure statement in the file for staff person #1, who was observed alone and unsupervised in the infant room with 4 children, was not dated, so timeliness could not be assessed. The file also did not include a NSOR clearance, only the request for the clearance.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #1 may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At BLC all facility person's records will include copies of NSOR and a disclosure statement including all completed clearance information. No staff will be permitted to work in a child care position until all information is obtained. Staff was moved into Toddler room with staff that had all their clearances.
2022-07-28 Renewal 3270.33(a)/3270.36(b)(5) - Each staff person meets quals/HS/GED + 2 yrs Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.33(a)/3270.36(b)(5)

Description: Each staff person meets quals/HS/GED + 2 yrs

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #1, holding the title of AGS and who was observed alone and unsupervised in the infant room with 4 children, included proof of a high school diploma, but did not include proof of 2500 hours of childcare experience as the 2 verification of employment forms were completed by the staff person.

Correction Required: A staff person or a substitute staff person shall meet one of the applicable staff qualifications for the position in which the person is performing.An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At BLC all staff persons or substitutes will meet the qualifications for the position they are performing. All AGS will have a high school diploma certification and 2 years experience. Staff was moved into the Toddler room with staff that were AGS.
2022-07-28 Renewal 3270.37(c) - Aides supervised all times Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.37(c)

Description: Aides supervised all times

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #1, holding the title of AGS and who was observed alone and unsupervised in the infant room with 4 children, included proof of a high school diploma, but did not include proof of 2500 hours of childcare experience as the 2 verification of employment forms were completed by the staff person.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At BLC all aides will be supervised at all times by a staff person qualified minuimun as an assistant group supervision. Staff was moved into Toddler room with staff that were AGS.
2022-07-28 Renewal 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.66(a)

Description: Locked or inaccessible

Noncompliance Area: The following items were observed in an unlocked closet in the school-age room, making them accessible to the children in care in the room at the time.: A can of hornet spray, a can of Lysol disinfectant spray, a bottle of Windex, 2 jugs of bleach and a bottle of Fabuloso.

Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At BLC all cleaning materials/toxic materials will be labeled or in its original container that specifies the content, stored away from food preperation and child care space.
2022-07-28 Renewal 3270.66(b) - Original container Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.66(b)

Description: Original container

Noncompliance Area: There was an unlabeled bottle of liquid in a closet in the school-age room. Based on conversation with staff, the liquid was Fabuloso.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At BLC all cleaning/toxic materials will be labeled or in it's original container that specifies the content stored away from food preperation and child care space.

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