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202 N Main St, Alburtis PA 18011 · License #CER-00240978 · Center · Child Care Center
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3270.31(e)(4)(ii) · Staff persons shall participate, at least annually, in fire safety training conducted by a fire protection professional. Staff persons and volunteers shall receive training in maintenance of smoke detectors, the duties of facility persons during a fire drill and during a fire and the use of the facility's fire extinguishers, not including discharge of the fire suppressant agent.
A renewal inspection was conducted on 6/5/26 and . On 6/5/26, the staff files were reviewed. The fire safety training for Staff Person #5 was not updated within 12 months. This is evidenced by the fire safety training on file being dated 6/17/24 and 6/1/26. The fire safety training for Staff Person #3 had not been updated since 6/17/24.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 6, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Staff Person #4 may not work in a child care position at the facility until an NSOR is on file at the facility. TIERED LIS: 1. The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Staff Person #4 may not work in a child care position at the facility until an NSOR is on file at the facility. This portion of the plan shall have an immediate correction date. 2. The legal entity must create a hiring checklist. The checklist should include an outline of what needs to be in a staff file and by when. The hiring checklist must be submitted to Northeast Regional Office for approval. Once approved, the child care center will use the hiring checklist whenever a new staff is hired. The operator shall provide a correction date for when the hiring checklist will be completed.
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A renewal inspection was conducted on 6/5/26 and . On 6/5/26, the staff files were reviewed. The file for Staff Person #4 did not include an NSOR certificate. Staff Person #4 was observed working unsupervised with children.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 15, 2026
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services).
A renewal inspection was conducted on 6/5/26 and . On 6/5/26, the staff files were reviewed. The mandated reporter training for Staff Person #5 was not updated within 60 months. This is evidenced by the mandated reporter training on file being dated 8/20/20 and 9/15/25.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 5, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) · 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 prior to service at the facility.
A renewal inspection was conducted on 6/5/26 and . On 6/5/26, the staff files were reviewed. The file for Staff Person #1, an assistant group supervisor, did not include verification of two years' experience working with children.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 30, 2026
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.65 · Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.
A renewal inspection was conducted on 6/5/26 and . On 6/5/26, two uncovered wall outlets approximately twelve inches high were observed in the infant room.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 5, 2026
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.75(c) · A first-aid kit must contain the following: soap, an assortment of adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, tweezers, tape, scissors and disposable, nonporous gloves.
A renewal inspection was conducted on 6/5/26 and . On 6/5/26, the first aid kit for the Pre-K Room that accompanied the class to the playground did not include tweezers or tape. The first aid kit for the Toddler Room that accompanied the class to the playground did not include tape.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 8, 2026
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.77(a) · Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.
A renewal inspection was conducted on 6/5/26 and . On 6/5/26, peeling paint was observed on the wall next to the door jamb in the Infant Room. Peeling paint was observed in the Toddler Room next to the gate leading to the playground.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 6, 2026
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.82(j) · A source of running water for handwashing shall be present in infant and toddler diapering areas. If the running water does not flow directly into a drain that is connected to a sewage system, a receptacle shall be provided to contain the water used for washing. The receptacle shall be emptied into an approved sewage system at least once a day.
A renewal inspection was conducted on 6/5/26 and . On 6/5/26, the portable sink intended for use for handwashing after diapering in the toddler room did not contain any water. Staff stated that they had changed the toddlers' diapers in the room that day.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 8, 2026
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.102(a) · 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.
A renewal inspection was conducted on 6/5/26 and . On 6/5/26, children were observed playing in a playhouse on the playground. The playhouse was observed to have a door falling off and a broken plastic window.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 8, 2026
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.102(e) · Pea gravel and other materials with a diameter of less than 1 inch may not be used in spaces where infants or toddlers receive care.
A renewal inspection was conducted on 6/5/26 and . On 6/5/26, Child #3, an older toddler, was observed playing on the preschool side of the playground which contains mulch. Mulch contains pieces of wood chips that are less than 1 inch in diameter.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 8, 2026
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.106(a) · 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.
A renewal inspection was conducted on 6/5/26 and . On 6/5/26, there was no corresponding cot list to identify the cots the children nap on in the Toddler Room.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 8, 2026
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.107 · A facility shall have an operable, clean refrigerator used to store potentially hazardous foods. The refrigerator shall be capable of maintaining food at 45° F or below. An operating thermometer shall be placed in the refrigerator.
A renewal inspection was conducted on 6/5/26 and . On 6/5/26, the refrigerator in the Infant Room was observed to have food residue inside.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 8, 2026
Category: nutrition. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(a)(3) · 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).
A renewal inspection was conducted on 6/5/26 and . On 6/5/26, the child files were reviewed. The most recent child service report on file for Child #1 was dated 11/18/25, more than six months old. The most recent child service report on file for Child #2 was dated 11/18/25, more than six months old. The most recent child service report on file for Child #3 was dated 11/12/25, more than six months old.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 6, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) · 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.
A renewal inspection was conducted on 6/5/26 and . On 6/5/26, the child files were reviewed. The most recent update to the emergency contact form for Child #1 was dated 11/4/25, more than six months ago. The most recent update to the fee agreement for Child #1 was dated 9/9/25, more than six months ago. The most recent update to the emergency contact form for Child #2 was dated 10/31/25, more than six months ago. The most recent update to the emergency contact form for Child #3 was dated 11/3/25, more than six months ago. The most recent update to the fee agreement for Child #3 was dated 11/19/25, more than six months ago.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 29, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2) · 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. An adult health assessment must include tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment. Subsequent tuberculosis screening is not required unless directed by a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department.
A renewal inspection was conducted on 6/5/26 and . On 6/5/26, the staff files were reviewed. The health assessment and TB test on file for Staff Person #1 was dated 5/24/24 and 5/25/24, respectively. This is more than 12 months prior to the staff's date of hire. The health assessment for Staff Person #5 was not updated within 24 months. This is evidenced by the health assessments on file being dated 1/15/24 and 2/19/26.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 6, 2026
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.192(5) · 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.
A renewal inspection was conducted on 6/5/26 and . On 6/5/26, the staff files were reviewed. The file for Staff Person #4 did not include any letters of reference.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 8, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.94(a)(1) · The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter ensure fire drills are conducted at least once every 60 days.
A renewal inspection was conducted on 6/5/26 and . On 6/5/26, the fire drill log was reviewed. The fire drill log showed that there was time when the fire drill was not conducted for 62 days. This was evidenced by the dates of the fire drills on the log: 12/19/25-2/19/26.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 6, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) · 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.
A renewal inspection was conducted on 6/5/26 and . On 6/5/26, the thirty day testing log of the fire detection system was reviewed. The log showed that there were five times in the past year when the system was not tested every thirty days. The dates of the testing over the past year were: 8/22/25, 9/22/25, 10/20/25, 11/20/25, 12/19/25, 1/19/26, 2/19/26, 3/19/26, 4/20/26, 5/18/26, 6/2/26.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 5, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services).
A renewal inspection was conducted on site 6/23/25. The files were reviewed 6/5/25 electronically. During the file review, it was found that Staff Person #1 did not update their mandated reporter training within 60 months. This is evidenced by the documented mandated reporter training on file being dated 3/24/20 and 4/21/25.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 5, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.66(a) · Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children.
A renewal inspection was conducted on site 6/23/25. At that time, Swiffer wet jet cleaner was observed in the Swiffer wet jet, hanging on the back of the door in the preschool room, where it was accessible to the children in care. The cleaner was labeled "keep out of reach of children."
Corrected Corrected by Jun 23, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.103 · 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.
A renewal inspection was conducted on site 6/23/25. At that time, zip lock bags were observed in a floor level cubby of the infant room where they were accessible to the young toddler in care.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 23, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(a)(5) · An agreement shall specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
A renewal inspection was conducted on site 6/23/25. The files were reviewed 6/5/25 electronically. During the file review, it was found that the fee agreement for Child #1 did not include the designated release persons.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 23, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(3) · Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
A renewal inspection was conducted on site 6/23/25. The files were reviewed 6/5/25 electronically. During the file review, it was found that the emergency contact form for Child #1 did not include the business phone number of the parents.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 23, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.151(a) · 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 renewal inspection was conducted on site 6/23/25. The files were reviewed 6/5/25 electronically. During the file review, it was found that Staff Person #1 did not update their health assessment within 24 months. This is evidenced by the documented health assessments on file being dated 2/14/23 and 5/27/25.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 5, 2025
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.133(4) · Medication shall be stored in a locked area of the facility or in an area that is out of the reach of children.
A renewal inspection was conducted 6/26/24. At that time, Maty's diaper rash cream was observed in a floor level cubby in the bathroom used by the children. The diaper cream was labeled "keep out of reach of children."
Corrected Corrected by Jun 26, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.14/3270.21 · 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. Until such time as the required pre-service trainings are completed, staff person #2 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 #2, then staff person #2 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.
A renewal inspection was conducted 6/26/24. At that time, Staff person #2 was observed to be caring for 6 toddler children unsupervised on the playground. Staff person #2 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: health and safety training.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 26, 2024
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(b)(2) · The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child.
A renewal inspection was conducted 6/26/24. At that time, the child files were reviewed. The date of the last health assessment on file for Child #1, a preschool child, was 11/4/22. The date of the last health assessment on file for Child #2, an older toddler was 12/28/22.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 8, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Staff Person #2 may not work in a child care position at the facility until a DHS FBI Clearance and NSOR certificate are on file at the facility.
A renewal inspection was conducted 6/26/24. At that time, the file for Staff Person #2 was reviewed. The file contained a Department of Education FBI Clearance dated 11/14/19, which is not acceptable when working in child care. The file contained a NSOR certificate request dated 5/21/24. Staff Person #2 was observed working unsupervised with a group of 6 toddler children on the playground.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 26, 2024
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) · 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 prior to service at the facility.
A renewal inspection was conducted 6/26/24. At that time, the file for Staff Person #2 contained verification of 2 years' experience working with children, but did not contain a high school diploma.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 27, 2024
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.76 · 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.
A renewal inspection was conducted 6/26/24. At that time, a water stained ceiling tile was observed above the sink in the Pre-K classroom.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 8, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(a)(3) · 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).
A renewal inspection was conducted 6/26/24. At that time, the child files were reviewed. The last child service report on file for Child #2 was dated 6/11/23, more than 6 months prior to the date of inspection.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 8, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(e) · 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.
A renewal inspection was conducted 6/26/24. At that time, an emergency transportation plan, including staffing provisions, was not displayed in each child care space or in the emergency backpacks.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 8, 2024
Category: transportation. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2) · 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. An adult health assessment must include tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment. Subsequent tuberculosis screening is not required unless directed by a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department.
A renewal inspection was conducted 6/26/24. At that time, the staff files were reviewed. The file for Staff Person #1 did not contain a health assessment or TB test results. The file for Staff Person #2 did not contain a health assessment.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 8, 2024
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.192(5) · 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.
A renewal inspection was conducted 6/26/24. At that time, the file for Staff Person #2 only contained one letter of reference.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 28, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.27(a)(6) · Emergency drills shall be conducted annually. Annual emergency drills shall be documented and on file at the facility.
A renewal inspection was conducted 6/26/24. At that time, the date of the last emergency drill was 9/28/22 according to the drill log.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 3, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) · 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.
A renewal inspection was conducted 6/26/24. At that time, the thirty day testing log of the fire detection system was reviewed. The date of the last testing was 5/16/24, more than thirty days prior to the inspection. The operator stated that the system had been tested on 6/25/24 and hot not yet had a chance to add it to the log. This date is more than thirty days since the previous test date.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 26, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.25(a) · 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.
A renewal inspection was conducted 6/26/24. At that time, information on how to access the regulations electronically had not been provided to parents.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 26, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.171(a) · An operator shall notify local traffic safety authorities annually in writing of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the child care facility.
A renewal inspection was conducted 6/26/24. At that time, the facility did not have verification that a traffic letter had been sent to notify the local traffic safety authorities.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 19, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(2)(i) · A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP. Exemption from immunization for religious belief or strong personal objection equated to a religious belief shall be documented by a written, signed and dated statement from the child's parent or guardian. The statement shall be kept in the child's record.
Child # 3 does not have proof of the influenza vaccination or a note from a parents or guardian for not having the immunization for religious reasons or a strong personal objection. Child # 2 has not had the influenza vaccination according to the ACIP schedule since 12/10/21.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 4, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.133(5) · Medication shall be stored in accordance with the manufacturer's or health professional's instructions on the original label.
Child # 1 has expired Albuterol Sulfate at facility. Medication expired 6/27/23.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 4, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(h) · All staff persons shall complete the professional development under subsection (f).
Facility staff # 1 and # 2 did not complete the required 1-hour health and safety training update by 12/30/22. Facility staff # 1 completed it 1/10/23 and facility staff # 2 completed it 2/23/23.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 4, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.14/3270.21 · 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. The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490. Staff person # 6 will have until July 15, 2022 to complete mandated reporter training. Until such time as required training has been completed, staff person # 6 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 persons available to supervise staff person # 6 , staff person # 6may not work in a child care position at the facility.
Facility does not have a policy required by OCDEL by 4/29/22 to recognize the potential signs and symptoms of shaken baby and abusive head trauma, strategies for coping with crying, fussing or a distraught child and address the prevention and identification of child maltreatment. Facility staff #6 has not completed mandated reporter training within 90 days of their date of hire.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 8, 2022
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.18(a) · The legal entity shall have comprehensive general liability insurance to cover the persons who are on the premises. A current copy of the insurance policy shall be on file at the facility.
The facility has no proof of current liability insurance on file.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 8, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.21 · Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.
Facility staff admitted to using a room intended for infants before being measured and approved for child care use. Room is small office room straight back from the main entrance doors/foyer.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 9, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.27(b)/3270.27(f) · The operator shall review the emergency plan at least annually and update the plan as needed. The operator shall document in writing each review and update of the emergency plan and kept on file at the facility.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.
Facility does not have an emergency plan on file to show annual review . No documentation on file to show emergency plan was updated since last years review and no documentation to show plan was sent to local municipality and county emergency management agency.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 8, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(f)/3270.31(f)(10) · Staff persons shall complete professional development in the following topics within 90 days of hire: Staff persons shall complete professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire. Staff person # 2 will have until July 15, 2022 to complete the required training. Staff person # 3 will have until July 15, 2022 to complete the required training. Staff person # 6 will have until July 15th to complete the required training. Until such time as the required has been completed, staff person # 2, # 3 & # 6 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 available to supervise staff person # 2, #3, & # 6, staff # 2, # 3, & # 6 may not work in a child care position at the facility.
Facility Staff #2 has not completed the following required pre-service 10 hour health and safety training and pediatric first aid and cpr training within 90 days of their date of hire. Facility staff #3 has not completed the following required pre-service training the 10 hour health and safety training within 90 days from their date of hire. The 10 hour health and safety training wasn't completed until 5/26/22 for facility staff # 3. Facility staff # 3 has not completed the following required pre-service training pediatric first aid and cpr within 90 days from their date of hire. Facility staff # 4 did not complete the required pre-service 10 hour health and safety training and pediatric first aid and cpr within 90 days from their date of hire. The 10 hour health and safety was completed for facility staff # 4 on 6/6/22 and pediatric first aid and cpr completed 2/15/22. Facility staff # 6 did not complete the required pre-service 10 hour health and safety training and pediatric first aid and cpr training within 90 days from date of hire.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 30, 2022
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Facility Person # 3,4,5 & 6 may not work in a child care position at the facility. A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #3,4,5 & 6 may not work in a child care position at the facility until all acceptable clearances and disclosures are on file. Clearances must be actual certificate that they are appropriate to work in child care and not just an email or documentation they were applied for .
Facility staff # 4 hired and working in childcare does not have a child abuse clearance on file,. Documentation on file only shows request was mailed for clearance on 10/25/19. Facility staff # 5 hired and working in childcare does not have a NSOR or disclosure statement on file. Facility staff # 6 hired and working in childcare does not have a disclosure statement or FBI clearance on file and facility staff has not completed the mandated reporter training and has been employed over 90 days. Facility staff # 3 has no FBI or NSOR certificates on file. Facility staff # 3 just has emails that FBI was completed 9/11/20 and NSOR completed on 9/14/21. Facility staff # 2 has no signed disclosure on file.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 1, 2022
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.34(a)(6) · A director is responsible for written evaluation of staff persons on a regular basis, a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months.
Facility staff # 4 has not had a staff evaluation completed by facility director since 9/3/19.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 8, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.37(c) · 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.
Facility staff # 7 hired and working as an aide was observed by certification representative at the time of the renewal inspection, taking child # 1 alone to the bathroom from the outside play space to the indoor child care bathroom. No other staff or children accompanied facility staff # 7 and child # 1.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 9, 2022
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.65/3270.66(a) · Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger. Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children.
There are no protective receptacle covers in the infant room on the wall behind the diapering can and on the wall with the air humidifier across from the storage/ heater room.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 9, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.66(a) · Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children.
There is toxic hand sanitizer on a shelf accessible to the children in the PreK/Preschool classroom.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 1, 2022
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.69(b) · Hot water temperature, in areas accessible to children, may not exceed 110° F.
The hot water in the PreK/Preschool classroom is 138 degrees.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 1, 2022
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.76/3270.77(a) · 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.Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.
The toddler room classroom has drill holes in the wall by the class tree and peeling and chipped paint on the walls between the classroom windows. The toddler /preschool back space has a pile of staples on the train table and a classroom shelf is in the middle of the childcare walking area.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 1, 2022
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.102(a) · 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.
The outdoor play kitchen has a broken microwave door and oven door with cracked, sharp edges.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 1, 2022
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(a)(3) · 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).
Child # 3,4,6 & 7 have attended the facility over 6 months and are not school aged, do not have child service reports on file.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 15, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.102(f)/3270.104(a) · Indoor play equipment for climbing shall be installed or used over a protective surface covering which does not interfere with the stability of the equipment. Furniture must be durable, safe, easily cleaned and appropriate for the child's size, age and special needs.
A filing wooden book case/ tray holder in the toddler room is being used and allowed by staff for the toddlers to play and climb on. There is no padding below on the concrete floor. A visible sign is displayed in the area stating they allow it to be used as a climber. The equipment is not a child climber. Children were observed climbing and sitting at the highest points while conducting the renewal inspection by certification representative.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 9, 2022
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.103 · 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.
Child # 2 in the toddler classroom was wearing a teething necklace at time of inspection. The necklace was made of beads less than an inch in diameter.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 10, 2022
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.105 · High chairs shall have a wide base and a T-shaped safety strap.
A infant feeding chair at the infant feeding table is missing the t shaped safety strap.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 9, 2022
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.106(a) · 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.
Two cribs and 2 napping cots used by the children in the infant room are not labeled. There is no matt/cot/crib chart listed in the room .
Corrected Corrected by Jul 1, 2022
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.115(c) · A water play table or a container used for water play that contains unfiltered water shall be emptied daily.
The play kitchen sink on the outdoor play kitchen toy has pooling water in the kitchen sink area that was not emptied the previous day before the children went out to play.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 1, 2022
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(e) · A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.
Facility staff # 1 only has 6 hours of annual child care training.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 17, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(2)(i) · A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP.Exemption from immunization for religious belief or strong personal objection equated to a religious belief shall be documented by a written, signed and dated statement from the child's parent or guardian. The statement shall be kept in the child's record.
Child # 5 does not have proof of the influenza vaccination since 3/24/16 nor does child # 5 have an exemption on file written by a parent or guardian for religious beliefs or a strong personal objection.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 15, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.133(2)/3270.133(3) · A staff person shall administer a prescription medication only if written instructions are provided from the individual who prescribed the medicine. Instructions for administration contained on a prescription label are acceptable. The label of a medication container shall identify the name of the medication and the name of the child for whom the medication is intended. Medication shall be administered to only the child whose name appears on the container.
Child # 8 has an Epi Pen at facility in Pre K classroom with no written instructions, original label for medication and nothing to identify whom it is intended for other then child's name on outside of reusable bag it was located in.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 1, 2022
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.133(5)/3270.133(7)(ii) · Medication shall be stored in accordance with the manufacturer's or health professional's instructions on the original label.A medication log shall include the name of the child receiving the medication.
Child # 8 does not have the manufacturers or health professionals instruction on file for the child's epi pen . There is no medication log on file for child # 8.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 15, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.151(a) · 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.
Facility staff # 5 has a health assessment and tb test on file that is more than a year old at time of hire. Facility staff # 6 has a tb test on file that is not dated. Facility staff # 4 has a health assessment on file that is more than a year old from date of hire and tb test does not have a date. Facility staff # 7 hired and working in child care does not have a tb test on file. Facility staff # 4 has a health assessment and tb that were more than a year old at time of hire.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 8, 2022
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.181(a) · An operator shall establish and maintain an individual record for each child enrolled in the facility.
Child # 9 enrolled and attending facility on 6/9/22, does not have an individual record on file.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 10, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.192(2)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iv) · A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.A facility person's record shall include acceptable verification of experience, education or training is a transcript or a diploma or a letter signed by a representative of the experiential, educational or training entity.
Facility staff # 3 has no proof of education on file. Facility staff # 5 has no proof of education on file.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 15, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.192(5) · 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
Facility staff # 2,3,5,& 6 have no references on file. Facility staff # 7 only has 1 reference on file.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 8, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.27(a)(5) · The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
Facility does not have an emergency plan that accommodates infants. toddlers, children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 8, 2022
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.27(a)(6)/3270.94(a)(1) · Emergency drills shall be conducted annually. Annual emergency drills shall be documented and on file at the facility. The Director 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.
Facility has no documentation of fire drills being conducted in 2021 and an emergency drill being conducted in 2021 to date.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 8, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) · 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.
The is no documentation on file of fire drills or testing being completed at facility.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 1, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(a) · 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.
Child # 6 has been enrolled and attending the facility more than 60 days, does not have a health assessment and immunizations on file.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 1, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.106(a) · 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.
A crib for child # 1 was not labeled.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 27, 2021
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.