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Nannys Smarty Pants Day Care

Verona, PA · Allegheny County
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 5.0 (8 reviews)
Aber Rd, Verona, PA 15147
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Quick Facts

Capacity
12 children
Languages
English, English
Subsidized Program
Participates
State Rating
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Contact Information

📞 (412) 243-1907
Aber Rd
Verona, PA 15147
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✓ Licensed Family Child Care
Active License
License Number
CER-00249344
License Issued
Jan 29, 2026
Active Through
Jan 29, 2027
Issued By
Pennsylvania Department of Education and Public Welfare
District Office
Early Learning Resource Center for Region 5

Reviews

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Laura N
2023-08-22 19:28:59
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
I have used this provider for more than 6 months

We have used this daycare for a while now. When I first found them, I called & left a message. My call was returned quickly. Soon after, I met them & toured the daycare. It was clean & secure. They are so nice. I felt assured everything would be fine. Being a new mom, I was nervous & didn't want to leave my child with just anybody. I actually went to a couple different daycares. I'm so happy I chose Nannys Smarty Pants Daycare. My child is well taken care of & learning new things all the time. They do lots of fun activites & teach the kids. They communicate what's going on. They are so welcoming & attentive to my child. We love this daycare. I'd give 10 stars if I could. I have no regrets or complaints.

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Tiffany Johson
2022-09-12 20:11:19
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
I have used this provider for more than 6 months

My child has been attending this daycare for over 2 years,when I arrive to pick up my child she doesn't want to leave. The staff is very polite and they always have field trips, and numerous activities for the kids to enjoy, the facility is always clean, and they practice COVID regulations. I would definitely have to say this is the world's greatest daycare

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Kirsten jCoulon
2022-09-03 15:07:27
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
I have used this provider for more than 6 months

This daycare is amazing place! Very clean with great staff and very welcoming.I couldn’t ask for a better daycare. Please keep on the great job that you ladies do.

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Jessica Moore
2022-08-31 15:53:55
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
I have used this provider for more than 6 months

The staff and owner are amazing with so much heart and caring mindset. It’s wonderful seeing my daughter get excited about going to daycare here. The staff really make an effort to engage the kids and develop them in a very individualized way. The owner is really committed to providing a safe, fun, and loving environment.

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Dana Williams
2022-08-31 15:25:40
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
I have used this provider for more than 6 months

My son and I love this daycare! I don’t have to worry about my child when I drop him off.. I know he’s being taken care of while he’s there. They do all kinds of activities and learning lessons with the kids. It truly is one of the best daycares in this area.

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Skylar
2022-08-27 15:25:10
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
I have used this provider for more than 6 months

Nanny Pants Daycare was very nice! My girls loved it for the two years they went! I would recommend for any family!

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Dave
2022-08-26 03:16:55
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
I have used this provider for more than 6 months

We found this facility during the pandemic, at a time when childcare facilities were closing left and right. Our child has special needs and they didn’t bat an eyelash. Anything she needs they provide. I’m grateful everyday for the special care they take with our child. I would recommend Smarty Pants to any and everyone! If there’s an award to give they deserve it! The patience and attention to detail is beyond comparison and the overall personality of the facility is top notch!

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Marie
2022-03-30 16:35:23
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
I have used this provider for more than 6 months

I have had an amazing experience. My child is well cared for, the staff and owner are always going above and beyond for all the children. My child enjoys this daycare more than any and I would recommend to anyone looking for a safe and great learning environment.

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About the Provider

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NANNYS SMARTY PANTS DAY CARE is a Family Child Care in VERONA PA, with a maximum capacity of 12 children. It is open Monday - Friday, 6:00 AM - 11:59 PM. The provider also participates in a subsidized child care program.

Hours of Operation

  • Monday6:00 AM - 11:59 PM
  • Tuesday6:00 AM - 11:59 PM
  • Wednesday6:00 AM - 11:59 PM
  • Thursday6:00 AM - 11:59 PM
  • Friday6:00 AM - 11:59 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed

Inspection/Report History

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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2025-10-24 Renewal 3280.131(a) - Health Information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.131(a)

Description: Health Information

Noncompliance Area: The initial health assessments for child #1 and child #2 are dated 9/3/24, which is more than 60 days after the children'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.)
Child #1 and child #2 have current health assessments on file.
2025-10-24 Renewal 3280.131(e) - ACIP recommended immunization record Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.131(e)

Description: ACIP recommended immunization record

Noncompliance Area: The written verification of immunization for child #2 is attached to the child's initial health assessment dated 9/3/24, 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.)
Child #2 has verification of immunizations on file.
2025-10-24 Renewal 3280.32(a) - Comply with CPSL Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.32(a)

Description: Comply with CPSL

Noncompliance Area: The current NSOR certificate for staff #1 is dated 9/4/25, which is more than 60 months after the date of the previous NSOR certificate that is dated 7/8/20. The current NSOR certificate for staff #3 is dated 9/5/25, which is more than 60 months after the date of the previous NSOR certificate that is dated 7/8/20. The current NSOR certificate for staff #4 is dated 7/8/20, which is more than 60 months ago.

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 NSOR certificates. Staff #4 has applied for a new NSOR certificate and will not work in a childcare position until it is received.
2025-10-24 Renewal 3280.32(a)/3280.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.32(a)/3280.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff #2, did not include a signed and dated disclosure statement or a PA State Police clearance. The file for staff #3 did not include a signed and dated disclosure statement.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Facility Person # 2 and #3 may not work in a child care position at the facility. A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #2 and #3 may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff #2 has applied for a PA State Police clearance and will not resume duties until it has been received. Staff #2 has completed a disclosure statement, and it has been placed in their file. Staff #3 has completed a disclosure statement, and it has been placed in their file.
2025-10-24 Renewal 3280.95(a)/3280.95(b) - FIRE DETECTION/Staff responsibility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.95(a)/3280.95(b)

Description: FIRE DETECTION/Staff responsibility

Noncompliance Area: Testing of the fire-detection system exceeded 30 days between 9/11/25 and 10/24/25.

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 primary staff person or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements in subsection (a) are met

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The fire-detection system was tested on October 24th at the time of inspection.
2024-10-25 Renewal 3280.123(a)(6) - Admission date Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.123(a)(6)

Description: Admission date

Noncompliance Area: The agreements for children #1 - #4 did not include the child's date of admission.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Admission dates have been added to children's agreements.
2024-10-25 Renewal 3280.131(a) - Health Information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.131(a)

Description: Health Information

Noncompliance Area: Child #4 did not have an initial or updated health assessment on file. (See LIS code sheet for date of enrollment)

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.)
Child's file has an updated health assessment.
2024-10-25 Renewal 3280.171(a) - Pick up and drop off points Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.171(a)

Description: Pick up and drop off points

Noncompliance Area: The facility did not have documentation of notification of local traffic authorities, in writing, of the location of the facility and about the programs' use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the group childcare facility.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A traffic letter was sent to the borough of Verona.
2024-10-25 Renewal 3280.26(a)(6) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.26(a)(6)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: The facility did not have documentation on file showing that annual emergency drills are conducted.

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.)
I will ensure that emergency drills are completed annually and provide proper documentation for them.
2024-10-25 Renewal 3280.26(c) - Training regarding plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.26(c)

Description: Training regarding plan

Noncompliance Area: Emergency plan training for staff #1, #2, and #3 exceeded one year between previous training and current training. The date of the previous training was 5/21/23 and the current training is dated 6/18/24.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I will make emergency plan training no more than 12 months apart, and make sure all employees are trained.
2024-10-25 Renewal 3280.26(f) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.26(f)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: The facility did not have documentation showing that their emergency plan and plan updates have been sent to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I will fill out the proper paperwork and show proof it was sent via email or mail.
2024-10-25 Renewal 3280.32(a)/3280.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.32(a)/3280.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: The disclosure statement for staff person #1 was not included in the staff person's file.

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 #--- may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Signed disclosure form has been placed in staff person's file.
2023-10-18 Renewal 3280.102(a) - Clean and good repair Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.102(a)

Description: Clean and good repair

Noncompliance Area: In the living room, there was a small tear in one of the floor pillows.

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.)
We removed the damaged pillow
2023-10-18 Renewal 3280.102(c) - Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.102(c)

Description: Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing

Noncompliance Area: The rubber mulch under the embedded swing set in the back yard measured a little over 4 inches.

Correction Required: Outdoor equipment that requires embedded mounting must be mounted over a loose-fill or unitary playground protective surface covering that meets the recommendations of the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission. The equipment must be anchored firmly and be in good repair.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We bought 12 bags of rubber mulch and added it to the play space.
2023-10-18 Renewal 3280.123(a)(3) - Services proceeded Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.123(a)(3)

Description: Services proceeded

Noncompliance Area: The last two child service reports in the file for child #1 were dated 9/13/22 and 9/6/23. The last child service report in the file for child #2 was dated 4/8/23.

Correction Required: An agreement shall specify 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 at § 3280.124(f).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A child service report was completed for child #2.
2023-10-18 Renewal 3280.124(f)/3280.181(c) - Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.124(f)/3280.181(c)

Description: Updated every 6 months/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 #1 was dated 10/25/22. The last two updates in writing by a parent on the emergency contact information and agreement form in the file for child #2 were dated 9/8/22 and 4/8/23. The last update in writing by a parent on the emergency contact information and agreement form in the file for child #4 was dated 9/25/22 .

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. 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.)
We had the parents sign and date the forms again.
2023-10-18 Renewal 3280.131(b)(2) - Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.131(b)(2)

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

Noncompliance Area: The last two health reports in the file for child #3, a preschooler, were dated 5/2/22 and 6/20/23.

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.)
The file contains a current health report.
2023-10-18 Renewal 3280.24(a) - Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.24(a)

Description: Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations

Noncompliance Area: The operator stated that they were providing parents of each enrolled child the information on how to access the regulations electronically, but the proof could not be located during the inspection.

Correction Required: The facility's current certificate of compliance shall be posted in a conspicuous location used by parents. The operator shall provide the parent of each child enrolled with information on how to access the regulations in this chapter electronically and with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional child care office.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The QR code was immediately posted on both floors.
2023-10-18 Renewal 3280.26(a)(6) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.26(a)(6)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: The operator stated that an emergency drill had been conducted in the last 12 months, but there was no documentation of the drill at the time of the inspection.

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.)
We will do another drill and document it.
2023-10-18 Renewal 3280.26(e) - Letter to parents Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.26(e)

Description: Letter to parents

Noncompliance Area: The operator stated that they were providing parents of each enrolled child information explaining the emergency procedures but the proof could not be located during the inspection.

Correction Required: The operator shall provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining the emergency procedures. The operator shall also provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining any subsequent update to the plan.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We created a document with the emergency plan info and a place for parents to sign acknowleding that they receied it.
2023-10-18 Renewal 3280.26(f) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.26(f)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the inspection, there was not documentation showing that a copy of emergency plan updates from 2022 were sent to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agencies.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We will complete the emergency plan delivery template.
2023-10-18 Renewal 3280.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible - in original container Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.66(a)

Description: Locked or inaccessible - in original container

Noncompliance Area: The following items were observed to be accessible to children in care at the time and included instructions to keep out of the reach of children: In a plastic bag in a child's cubby, there was Shine and Jam conditioning gel, Just for Me Curl Peace shampoo, Just for Me leave-in conditioner and a package of Member Mark's baby wipes. On the desk in the basement, there was a bottle of white out in a jar and next to the desk in the basement, there was an inhaler in an unlocked cabinet.

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 kept in a locked area or in an area inaccessible to children, and shall be stored away from food, food preparation areas and child care spaces.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The toics were moved to the garage and returned to the parent.
2023-10-18 Renewal 3280.94(a)(1) - Every 60 days Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.94(a)(1)

Description: Every 60 days

Noncompliance Area: The following fire drills were conducted more than 60 days apart: 12/22/22 and 2/21/23; 4/4/23 and 6/20/23; 6/20/23 and 8/21/23.

Correction Required: The primary staff person or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that fire drills are conducted at least once every 60 days.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The fire drill log is current.
2023-10-18 Renewal 3280.94(a)(4) - Hypothetical locations Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.94(a)(4)

Description: Hypothetical locations

Noncompliance Area: Based on review of the fire drill log, the hypothetical location was listed as "basement" for consecutive drills on 12/22/22 and 2/21/3

Correction Required: The primary staff person 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 fire drill log is current.
2023-10-18 Renewal 3280.95(a)/3280.95(b) - FIRE DETECTION/Staff responsibility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.95(a)/3280.95(b)

Description: FIRE DETECTION/Staff responsibility

Noncompliance Area: Based on conversation with the operator, the smoke detectors were being tested every 30 days, but were not documented.

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 primary staff person or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements in subsection (a) are met.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The testing done at the inspection was immediately documented.
2023-01-12 Unannounced Monitoring 3280.31(f) - Age and training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.31(f)

Description: Age and training

Noncompliance Area: Continued Non-Compliance: On 10/19/22, a renewal inspection was conducted at the facility. Staff person #3 had not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire: Acceptable first aid/cpr. The facility's acceptable plan of correction indicated the correction would be implemented by 12/15/22. On 1/20/23, an unannounced inspection was conducted. Staff person #3 still has not completed the following required pre-service training: first aid/cpr

Correction Required: Staff person(s) shall complete professional development in the topics of 3280.31(f) (1 -- 10) within 90 days of hire. Staff person #3 will have until 2/7/23 to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #3 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by a primary staff person who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise staff person #3, staff person #3 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All staff took an acceptable first-aid/CPR training with a PQAS instructor and obtained the correct certificate.
2023-01-12 Unannounced Monitoring 3280.31(f) - Age and training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.31(f)

Description: Age and training

Noncompliance Area: Staff person #1 and #2 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire: first aid/cpr.

Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development in the topics of 3280.31f (1-10) within 90 days of hire. Staff person #1 and #2 will have until 2/7/23 to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #2 and #3 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an assistant group supervisor who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff available to supervise staff person #1 and #2, staff person #1 and #2 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All staff took an acceptable first-aid/CPR training with a PQAS instructor and obtained the correct certificate.
2022-10-19 Renewal 3280.103 - Small Toys and Objects Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.103

Description: Small Toys and Objects

Noncompliance Area: There were boxes of staples and paper clips in an unlocked desk cabinet in the basement, making them accessible to the toddlers in care at the time. There was rubber mulch in the outdoor toddler gross motor area.

Correction Required: Toys and objects with a diameter of less than 1 inch, objects with removable parts that have a diameter of less than 1 inch, plastic bags and styrofoam objects may not be accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The items were moved out of reach immediately. We will place a gate as a barrier to the mulch in the yard.
2022-10-19 Renewal 3280.105(a) - Clean, age appropriate Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.105(a)

Description: Clean, age appropriate

Noncompliance Area: Several pack n plays in the basement were unlabeled.

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.)
We labelesd the rest equipment and are now using a dry erase board to identify each child's rest equipment.
2022-10-19 Renewal 3280.123(a)(5) - Designated release persons Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.123(a)(5)

Description: Designated release persons

Noncompliance Area: The agreement in the file for child #2 did not specify the release persons.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The release people were added to the agreement form.
2022-10-19 Renewal 3280.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.124(b)(7)

Description: Name/address/phone release person

Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact information in the file for child #1didn't include a city or zip for one of the release persons. The emergency contact information in the file for child #2 didn't include a city or zip for one of the release persons and no phone number for one of them. The emergency contact information in the file for child #3 didn't include an address for two of the release persons.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The parents updated the form with the missing information.
2022-10-19 Renewal 3280.124(f)/3280.181(c) - Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.124(f)/3280.181(c)

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

Noncompliance Area: The only emergency contact information and agreement form in the file for child #1, enrolled 2/14/22, were signed and dated by a parent on 6/7/22. The only written update by a parent on the emergency contact information in the file for child #2, enrolled in 2020, was 9/25/22 and the last two written updates on the agreements in the file for child #2 were 7/2/20 and 9/25/22. The last written update by a parent on the emergency contact and agreement form in the file for child #4, enrolled 10/5/21 were dated 10/3/21.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Both forms were updated with the parent's signature.
2022-10-19 Renewal 3280.131(a) - Health Information Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.131(a)

Description: Health Information

Noncompliance Area: The only health report in the file for child #1, enrolled 2/14/22, was dated 4/29/22.

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.)
The file now has a current health report.
2022-10-19 Renewal 3280.131(e) - ACIP recommended immunization record Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.131(e)

Description: ACIP recommended immunization record

Noncompliance Area: The list of vaccinations in the file for child #1, enrolled 2/14/22, were attached to the health report dated 4/29/22.

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.)
The file now has current vaccinations
2022-10-19 Renewal 3280.131(e)(1) - Exemption documentation from parent/guardian Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.131(e)(1)

Description: Exemption documentation from parent/guardian

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #1, an older toddler, did not include evidence of a flu shot or a written exemption by a parent. The last flu shot in the file for child #3, an older toddler, was dated 2020 and there was no written exemption by a parent.

Correction Required: The facility shall require the parent to provide updated written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of ongoing vaccines administered to an infant, toddler or preschool child in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Parents wrote notes indicating their child does not get the flu shot.
2022-10-19 Renewal 3280.14/3280.20 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.14/3280.20

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: The facility's emergency plan did not address volunteer emergency preparedness training or continuity of operations.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We will add information for continuity of operations and volunteer emergency plan training.
2022-10-19 Renewal 3280.14/3280.20 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.14/3280.20

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: The facility had a shaken baby policy, but it did not address the identification and prevention of child maltreatment (child abuse).

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.)
We will add information about identifying and preventing child abuse to our shaken baby policy.
2022-10-19 Renewal 3280.151(a)/3280.192(3) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.151(a)/3280.192(3)

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

Noncompliance Area: The most recent health assessment in the file for staff person #2 was dated 11/6/19.

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.)
The staff person got an updated physical.
2022-10-19 Renewal 3280.151(c)(3) - Exam communicable disease Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.151(c)(3)

Description: Exam communicable disease

Noncompliance Area: The most recent health assessment in the file for staff person #1 did not include an examination for communicable disease and the results of that examination, as the second question was unanswered.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The doctor corrected the form and staff person #1 obtained a new health assessment.
2022-10-19 Renewal 3280.161(d) - Fresh fruit/vegetables refrigerated Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.161(d)

Description: Fresh fruit/vegetables refrigerated

Noncompliance Area: There were apples and bananas observed in a basket on a counter in the basement. Based on conversation with the operator, the fruit was not purchased that day.

Correction Required: Fresh fruits and vegetables that are not used on the day of purchase shall be refrigerated.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The fruit was moved to the refrigerator immediately.
2022-10-19 Renewal 3280.192(5) - Two written references Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.192(5)

Description: Two written references

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #2 had 1 letter of reference.

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.)
Staff person #1 got another letter of reference.
2022-10-19 Renewal 3280.24(a) - Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.24(a)

Description: Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations

Noncompliance Area: Based on conversation with the operator, they have not provided parents of enrolled children with information on how to access the regulations electronically.

Correction Required: The facility's current certificate of compliance shall be posted in a conspicuous location used by parents. The operator shall provide the parent of each child enrolled with information on how to access the regulations in this chapter electronically and with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional child care office.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We posted the link on the parent board.
2022-10-19 Renewal 3280.26(c) - Training regarding plan Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.26(c)

Description: Training regarding plan

Noncompliance Area: The last two emergency plan trainings in the file for staff person #2 and #3 were dated 4/28/21 and 5/21/22.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Their training is now current in both files.
2022-10-19 Renewal 3280.31(e) - Age and training Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.31(e)

Description: Age and training

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #1, #2 and #3, all working with children before 12/19/20, included 6 hours of child care training between 12/19/20 and 12/19/21.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Training hours from 2022 were borrowed to correct all 3 files.
2022-10-19 Renewal 3280.31(f) - Age and training Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.31(f)

Description: Age and training

Noncompliance Area: Staff person #3 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire: Acceptable FA/CPR training.

Correction Required: Staff person(s) shall complete professional development in the topics of 3280.31(f)(1 -- 10) within 90 days of hire. Staff person #3 will have until 12/28/22 to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #3 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by a primary staff person who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff available to supervise staff person #3, staff person #3 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person #3 completed acceptable FA/CPR training with a PQAS instructor
2022-10-19 Renewal 3280.32(a) - Comply with CPSL Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.32(a)

Description: Comply with CPSL

Noncompliance Area: The last mandated reporter training in the file for staff person #1 was dated 2/14/17.

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 person #1 completed new mandated reporter training.
2022-10-19 Renewal 3280.32(a)/3280.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.32(a)/3280.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: The last child abuse clearance in the file for staff person #1 was dated 4/8/17 and last two state police clearances in the file were 8/4/16 and 10/22/21. The last state police clearance in the file for staff person #2 was dated 5/10/17.

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 #1 and #2 may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We obtained the updated clearances.
2022-10-19 Renewal 3280.65 - Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.65

Description: Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less

Noncompliance Area: There was a power strip in the facility's kitchen that was uncovered. Children must pass through the kitchen to get to and from the basement child care space to the 1st floor child care space.

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.)
The outlets were covered immediately.
2022-10-19 Renewal 3280.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible - in original container Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.66(a)

Description: Locked or inaccessible - in original container

Noncompliance Area: There was a bottle of Fabuloso on the kitchen floor. Staff and children must walk through the kitchen to move to and from the 1st floor and basement child care spaces. In the basement bathroom, there were toxics observed in an unlocked cabinet, including Windex, Lysol disinfecting wipes and other cleaning items. There were 3 bottles of hand sanitizer on cabinets in the basement child care space. All items were accessible to children in care and included instructions to keep out of the reach of children.

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 kept in a locked area or in an area inaccessible to children, and shall be stored away from food, food preparation areas and child care spaces.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All of the toxics were immediately moved out of reach.
2022-10-19 Renewal 3280.67(d) - Contaminated trash in closed plastic-lined receptacle Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.67(d)

Description: Contaminated trash in closed plastic-lined receptacle

Noncompliance Area: The garbage can in the basement bathroom was unlined.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We swapped out the can with one that was lidded and lined with plastic.
2022-10-19 Renewal 3280.94(a)(9) - Written record Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.94(a)(9)

Description: Written record

Noncompliance Area: The fire drills documented on the facility's fire drill log did not include all of the names of the facility persons who participated in the drill.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We conducted a fire drill and completed the log with staff names.
2022-10-19 Renewal 3280.95(a)/3280.95(b) - FIRE DETECTION/Staff responsibility Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.95(a)/3280.95(b)

Description: FIRE DETECTION/Staff responsibility

Noncompliance Area: Since 12/1/21, there were four times that the testing was conducted between 31 and 33 days apart. The last testing documented was listed as 7/4/22.

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 primary staff person or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements in subsection (a) are met.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The testing done on the day of the inspection was documented.
2021-10-15 Renewal 3280.123(b) - Parent receives original Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.123(b)

Description: Parent receives original

Noncompliance Area: The files for child #1, #2, #3, #4, and #5 all contained the original agreement.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Copies were made of the agreement and the original was given to the parent.
2021-10-15 Renewal 3280.124(b)(2) - Physician name, address, phone Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.124(b)(2)

Description: Physician name, address, phone

Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact form for child #5 lacked the physician's address.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The physician's address was added to the emergency contact form.
2021-10-15 Renewal 3280.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.124(b)(7)

Description: Name/address/phone release person

Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact form for child #1, #2, #3, and #4 lacked the release person's address.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The release person's address was added to the emergency contact form.
2021-10-15 Renewal 3280.124(c) - Each child care space Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.124(c)

Description: Each child care space

Noncompliance Area: Facility staff stated, school age children use the living and dinning room. Emergency contact information was not present in the living room or dinning room.

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.)
Emergency contact forms were placed in the living room and dining room.
2021-10-15 Renewal 3280.124(e) - Written emergency plan posted Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.124(e)

Description: Written emergency plan posted

Noncompliance Area: Transportation plan was not present in the living room or dinning room.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Transportation plan was posted in the living room and dinning room.
2021-10-15 Renewal 3280.151(a)/3280.192(3) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.151(a)/3280.192(3)

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

Noncompliance Area: The file for facility person #1 contained a health assessment completed on 6/22/19. The file for facility person #3 contained a health assessment completed on 9/25/19, which is more than 24 months ago.

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.)
Updated health assessments were placed in the files.
2021-10-15 Renewal 3280.26(a)(1) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.26(a)(1)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: Facility lacked an emergency plan that provides for shelter of children during an emergency lock-down.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The emergency plan was updated to include a lock-down procedure.
2021-10-15 Renewal 3280.26(a)(5) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.26(a)(5)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: Facility lacked an emergency plan that provides for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions.

Correction Required: The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The emergency plan was updated to include accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions.
2021-10-15 Renewal 3280.32(a)/3280.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.32(a)/3280.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: The file for facility person #1 contained a State Police clearance dated for 8/4/16, which is more than 60 months old and a FBI clearance dated for 7/28/16 and 8/26/21, which is more than 60 months apart. The file for facility person #2 contained a Child Abuse clearance dated for 6/24/15 and 10/29/20 and a FBI clearance dated for 7/21/15 and 8/26/21, which is more than 60 months apart.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Facility person #1 was removed. All other staff were compliant.
2021-10-15 Renewal 3280.91(a) - Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.91(a)

Description: Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed

Noncompliance Area: In the basement, the door leading to the garage was blocked by a highchair.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The highchair was moved.
2021-10-15 Renewal 3280.94(a)(4) - Hypothetical locations Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.94(a)(4)

Description: Hypothetical locations

Noncompliance Area: The fire drill log listed the hypothetical location of the fire as the basement for the last year.

Correction Required: The primary staff person 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.)
A fire drill was conducted and a new hypothetical location was marked.
2021-10-15 Renewal 3280.94(a)(5) - Evacuation routes posted Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.94(a)(5)

Description: Evacuation routes posted

Noncompliance Area: Primary staff person stated that the evacuation routes were not posted on the 2rd floor.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
An evacuation map was posted on the 2rd floor.
2021-10-15 Renewal 3280.95(a)/3280.95(b) - FIRE DETECTION/Staff responsibility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.95(a)/3280.95(b)

Description: FIRE DETECTION/Staff responsibility

Noncompliance Area: The facility lacked proof of purchase of the inter-connected smoke alarms and documentation of operability.

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

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The receipt was located and smoke alarms were tested during the inspection.

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