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First Impressions Early Childhood Dev Center Inc
845 37th St, Altoona PA 16601 · License #CER-00243011 · Child Care Center
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- (814) 941-1940
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- 845 37th St, Altoona PA 16601 · Directions
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Care & schedule
When they operate
Ages served
- 4-Star quality rating
- Accepts Child Care Works subsidy
- Licensed for 24 children
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Violations per inspection, 3-yrInspection history & violations
Source: Pennsylvania DHS, Office of Child Development and Early Learning- Violation
3270.123(a)(7) · An agreement shall specify the services which are to be considered as extra.
The agreement on file for Child #1 was observed not to specify the services which are to be considered as extra.
Corrected by Jun 30, 2026
- Violation
3270.66(d) · Toxic plants are not permitted in a child care space.
Many jagged plants and toxic weeds were observed inside the fenced in play area.
Corrected by Jun 2, 2025
- Violation
3270.31(e)(4)(i) · Competence is the completion of training by a professional in the field of first-aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). All staff persons shall renew their certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on or before the expiration of the most current certification.
The file for Staff Person #1 was observed not to have Pediatric first-aid and Pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)
Corrected by Aug 4, 2025
- Violation
3270.31(f)/3270.31(f)(10) · Staff persons #2 shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10. Staff person #2 will have until July 10, 2025 to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person#2 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an AGS, primary staff person who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff available to supervise Staff #2, staff #2 may not work in a child care position at the facility. Staff persons shall complete professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire.
Staff person #2 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire; 06/18/24.
Corrected by Jul 17, 2025
- Violation
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). SAFETY PLAN: A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #3 may not work in a child care position at the facility.
The NSOR clearance on file for Staff #3 was observed to be greater than 60 months. This is evidenced by the last date of clearance being dated 3/13/2020.
Corrected by Jun 2, 2025
- Violation
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.
It was observed that the purple toy bin in the play house was cracked exposing sharp edges.
Corrected by May 16, 2025
- Violation
3270.124(c) · When children are in the facility, emergency contact information shall be present in a child care space for children receiving care in the space.
It was observed that emergency contact forms were not present when the children were in the outside play area.
Corrected by Jun 16, 2025
- Violation
3270.131(c) · A health report must be written and signed by a physician, physician's assistant or a CRNP. The signature must include the individual's professional title.
The health assessment on file for Child #1 did not have documentation of a signature by a physician, physician's assistant or a CRNP. The signature must include the individual's professional title.
Corrected by Jun 2, 2025
- Violation
3270.134(a) · A staff person shall ensure that a child's hands are washed before meals and snacks, after toileting and after being diapered.
It was observed that a staff member did not wash the child's hands after a diaper change.
Corrected by May 19, 2025
- Violation
3270.135(a)(3) · If disposable diapers are provided by a parent or by a facility, a soiled diaper shall be discarded by immediately placing the diaper into a plastic-lined, hands-free covered can.
It was observed in the preschool room that the trash can used for soiled diapers did not have a trash bag or liner.
Corrected by May 16, 2025
- Violation
3270.152 · A facility person shall wash his hands before meals and snacks, and after toileting and after diapering a child.
It was observed that a staff member did not wash their hands after a diaper change.
Corrected by May 19, 2025
- Violation
3270.21 · Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.
2nd citation. Previously cited on 5/23/24. Observed 6 cribs with loose sheets, two of which were designated for infants, in the Infant/Toddler Room creating a potential suffocation hazard.
Corrected by Jul 25, 2024
- Violation
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.
2nd citation. Previously cited on 5/23/24. Observed rest equipment not labeled for the use of a specific child in the Preschool Room.
Corrected by Jul 16, 2024
- Violation
3270.134(a) · A staff person shall ensure that a child's hands are washed before meals and snacks, after toileting and after being diapered.
2nd citation. Previously cited on 5/23/24. Staff #1 did not wash a child's hands after being diapered in the Infant/Toddler Room.
Corrected by Jul 19, 2024
- Violation
3270.152 · A facility person shall wash his hands before meals and snacks, and after toileting and after diapering a child.
Staff #1 did not wash his/her hands after diapering a child in the Infant/Toddler Room.
Corrected by Jul 19, 2024
- Violation
3270.21 · Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.
Observed 6 cribs with loose sheets, one of which was designated for an infant, in the Infant/Toddler Room creating a potential suffocation hazard.
Corrected by Jun 20, 2024
- Violation
3270.27(e) · 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.
The operator did not provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining the emergency procedures including accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
Corrected by Jun 20, 2024
- Violation
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.
The file of Staff #2 lacked a disclosure statement.
Corrected by Jun 20, 2024
- Violation
3270.33(a) · A staff person or a substitute staff person shall meet one of the applicable staff qualifications for the position in which the person is performing.
The file of Staff #2, who was designated as an assistant group supervisor, lacked documentation of meeting one of the applicable staff qualifications for the position in which Staff #2 was performing.
Corrected by Jun 20, 2024
- Violation
3270.77(a) · Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.
Observed 2 approximately 1/2-inch holes in the drywall behind the first crib to the left of the entrance door in the Infant/Toddler Room. Observed approximately a 1-inch hole in the drywall to the left of the first bathroom in the Preschool Room.
Corrected by Jun 20, 2024
- Violation
3270.82(e) · Toilets and sinks shall be at proper heights for children using them or shall be easily approached by means of platforms or steps.
The counter height sink in the Infant/Toddler Room did not have platforms or steps, and staff were observed holding a toddler to wash his/her hands.
Corrected by Jun 20, 2024
- Violation
3270.82(h) · A facility person and an able child shall wash his hands after toileting and before eating. A sign on which this requirement is written shall be posted at each toilet, training chair, diapering area and sink in the facility.
The sink in the bathroom located at the entrance to the Preschool Room from the side door lacked a handwashing sign.
Corrected by Jun 20, 2024
- Violation
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.
Observed a cracked bin containing yellow building blocks in the Preschool Room.
Corrected by Jun 20, 2024
- Violation
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.
Observed rest equipment not labeled for the use of a specific child in the Preschool Room.
Corrected by Jun 20, 2024
- Violation
3270.113(a) · Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises.
At approximately 12:30 PM Certification Staff observed a child lying on rest equipment behind a bookcase in the Preschool Room which did not allow for critical oversight in which the supervisor could see, hear, direct, and assess the activity of the supervisee.
Corrected by Jun 20, 2024
- Violation
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).
The files of Children #1 and #2 lacked child service reports completed at least every 6 months. The file of Child #1 contained child service reports dated 1/18/23, 6/28/23, and 1/23/24. The file of Child #2 contained child service reports dated 1/18/23, 6/28/23, and 1/23/24.
Corrected by Jun 20, 2024
- Violation
3270.124(b)(7) · 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.
Emergency contact information for Child #2 did not include the telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Corrected by Jun 20, 2024
- Violation
3270.131(b)(1) · The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddler.
The file of Child #1 lacked an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddler. The file of Child #1 contained health reports dated 9/26/22, 5/18/23, and 3/25/24.
Corrected by Jun 20, 2024
- Violation
3270.134(a) · A staff person shall ensure that a child's hands are washed before meals and snacks, after toileting and after being diapered.
Staff #2 did not immediately wash a child's hands after being diapered in the Infant/Toddler Room. The child was observed playing before Staff #2 took the child to the sink to wash his/her hands.
Corrected by Jun 20, 2024
- Violation
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.
The file of Staff #1 lacked a health assessment conducted every 24 months. The file of Staff #1 contained a current health assessment dated 2/13/23 with a previous one dated 9/14/20. The file of Staff #2 lacked a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting (SEE LIS Code Sheet). The file of Staff #2 contained a health assessment dated 4/19/22.
Corrected by Jun 20, 2024
- Violation
3270.151(c)(2) · 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.
The file of Staff #2 lacked an initial health assessment which included tuberculosis screening by Mantoux method at initial employment (SEE LIS Code Sheet). Staff #2 had a Mantoux read date of 4/22/22.
Corrected by Jun 20, 2024
- Violation
3270.151(c)(1) · An adult health assessment must include a physical examination.
The file of Staff #1 contained an adult health assessment which indicated a physical examination was not conducted.
Corrected by Jun 19, 2023
- Violation
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) · Staff persons shall participate, at least annually, in firesafety 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.
The files of Staff #2 and #3 lacked documentation of participating, at least annually, in fire safety training conducted by a fire protection professional. The files of Staff #2 and #3 contained documentation of fire safety training completed on 8/1/22 with previous training completed on 6/3/21.
Corrected by Jun 19, 2023
- Violation
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.
The files of Staff #1, #4, and #5 lacked a valid disclosure statement (SEE LIS Code Sheet). The disclosure statement on file for Staff #1, #4, and #5 was not the one updated in 2020. The file of Staff #1 lacked documentation of application for the National Sex Offender Registry Certificate prior to or on the date of initial hire (SEE LIS Code Sheet). The file of Staff #1 contained a NSOR dated 8/25/22.
Corrected by Jun 19, 2023
- Violation
3270.131(d)(7) · A health report shall include a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.
The file of Child #3 contained a health report which did not include a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.
Corrected by Jun 19, 2023
- Violation
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.
On 5/17/23 observed a frayed small rug in the Preschool Room. In the outdoor play space beside the parking lot on 5/17/23 observed rust on the 3rd section of the chain link fence from the building as well as rust on the 5 sections from the gate. In the outdoor play space behind the building on 5/17/23 observed rust on the chain link fence in the right corner across from the door, rust on the 1st 2 sections of chain link fence from the gate, and rust on the gate that connects the play spaces. On 5/17/23 observed screws which were rusted on the picnic table in the outdoor play space behind the building.
Corrected by Jun 19, 2023
- Violation
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.
On 5/17/23 observed 3 foam puzzle pieces with bite marks in the Preschool Room.
Corrected by Jun 19, 2023
- Violation
3270.123(a)(4) · An agreement shall specify the child's arrival and departure times.
The agreement for Child #1 lacked the arrival and departure times.
Corrected by Jun 19, 2023
- Violation
3270.124(b)(7) · 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.
Emergency contact information for Child #1, #4, and #5 lacked the complete address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Corrected by Jun 19, 2023
- Violation
3270.131(b)(1) · The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddler.
The files of Children #3 and #4 lacked an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddler. The file of Child #3 contained a health report dated 3/6/23 with a previous one dated 8/8/22. The file of Child #4 contained a health report dated 9/15/22.
Corrected by Jun 19, 2023
- Violation
3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) · A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP. The facility shall implement dismissal policies in accordance with the Department of Health regulation in 28 Pa. Code § 27.77 (relating to immunization requirements for children in child care group settings).
Child #2, a 9-month-old, lacked Pneumococcal immunizations according to the recommendation of the ACIP. Child #2 had documentation of 2 Pneumococcal immunizations. Child #3, a 14-month-old, lacked DTAP/DTP/TD and Pneumococcal immunizations according to the recommendation of the ACIP. Child #3 had documentation of 2 DTAP/DTP/TD and 2 Pneumococcal immunizations.
Corrected by Jun 19, 2023
- Violation
3270.151(c)(5) · An adult health assessment must include the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care.
The file of Staff #1 contained an adult health assessment which indicated Staff #1 was not suitable to provide child care.
Corrected by Jun 19, 2023
- Violation
3270.182(8) · A child's record shall contain a copy of the initial agreement and subsequent written agreements between the parent and the operator. The parent receives the original agreement.
It was observed that an agreement was not on file at the date of Child #2 and #5's enrollment. Child #2's admission date was 11/1/22 with an agreement dated 11/8/22. Child #5's admission date was 8/23/22 with an agreement dated 11/15/22.
Corrected by Jun 19, 2023
- Violation
3270.31(f)(10) · Staff persons shall complete professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire.
The file of Staff #5 lacked documentation of completing professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire (SEE LIS Code Sheet). The file of Staff #5 contained documentation of completing pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation on 3/22/22.
Corrected by Jun 19, 2023
- Violation
3270.94(a)(1) · 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.
The Director or designated staff person did not ensure that fire drills were conducted at least once every 60 days. The facility provided documentation of fire drills being conducted on 5/12/22, 6/10/22, 7/11/22, 8/5/22, 10/21/22, 1/20/23, and 3/20/23.
Corrected by Jun 19, 2023
- Violation
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 facility was unable to provide documentation that the fire detection system was manually tested at least every 30 days. The facility provided documentation that the fire detection system was manually tested on 8/29/22, 9/23/22, 10/21/22, 11/17/22, 12/15/22, 1/13/23, 2/13/23, 3/13/23, 4/13/23, and 5/12/23.
Corrected by Jun 23, 2023
- Violation
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.
2nd citation. Previously cited on 5/23/22. Observed rust on the fence surrounding the Outdoor Play Space.
Corrected by Aug 14, 2022
- Violation
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.
2nd citation. Previously cited on 5/23/22. Observed foam blocks with bite marks in the Preschool Classroom.
Corrected by Aug 9, 2022
- Violation
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 facility had a policy that addressed the recognition of potential signs and symptoms of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma and strategies for coping with a crying, fussing, and distraught child, but the policy did not address the prevention and identification of child maltreatment.
Corrected by Jul 25, 2022
- Violation
3270.21 · Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.
On 5/23/22 observed 2 pair of adult scissors in a plastic bin drawer labeled "misc." on the desk in the Preschool Classroom which were accessible to children.
Corrected by Jul 25, 2022
- Violation
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) · Staff persons shall participate, at least annually, in firesafety 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.
The file of Staff #2 lacked documentation of participating, at least annually, in fire safety training conducted by a fire protection professional. The file of Staff #2 contained documentation of fire safety training conducted on 6/3/21 with previous training on 9/29/17.
Corrected by Aug 2, 2022
- Violation
3270.31(f) · Staff persons shall complete professional development in the following topics within 90 days of hire. Staff person(s) shall complete professional development in the topics of 3270.31(f)(10) within 90 days of hire. Staff person #6 and #7 will have until July 13, 2022 to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #6 and #7 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 #6 and #7, staff person #6 and #7 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.
Staff person #4 lacked documentation of completing health and safety training within 90 days of hire (SEE LIS CODE SHEET). Staff Person #4 had documentation of completing the health and safety training on 4/18/22. Staff person #6 and #7 have not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (SEE LIS CODE SHEET): pediatric first-aid and CPR.
Corrected by Aug 8, 2022
- Violation
3270.32(a)/3270.192(2)(iii) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to Child Protective Services). Staff #1 will have until July 13, 2022 to complete the mandated reporter training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, Staff #1 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an AGS who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise Staff #1, Staff #1 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.
Staff #1 has not completed mandated reporter training within the last 60 months. This is evidenced by the previously documented mandated reporter training on file being dated 4/10/17.
Corrected by Jul 13, 2022
- Violation
3270.34(c) · A director shall be employed by a facility and be present at the facility site a minimum of 30 hours per week.
The facility does not have a qualified director working at least 30 hours per week. This is evidenced by Staff #2 who was identified as the facility director, not having documentation of a minimum of an associate's degree including 30 credit hours in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education or the human services field.
Corrected by Jul 25, 2022
- Violation
3270.36(b)(3) · An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate, 15 credit hours from an accredited college or university in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education or the human services field and 1 year of experience with children.
The file of Staff #3, who was designated as an assistant group supervisor, lacked documentation of 1 year of experience with children.
Corrected by Jul 25, 2022
- Violation
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.
On 5/23/22 observed a Bingo Dauber which indicated "keep out of reach of children" in the art area of the Preschool Classroom. On 5/23/22 observed Great Value Toilet Bowl Cleaner which indicated "keep out of reach of children" at the top of the basement steps which was accessible to children. On 5/23/22 observed Assured Hand Sanitizer which indicated "keep out of the reach of children" on the ledge at the entrance to the Preschool Classroom which was accessible to children.
Corrected by Jul 25, 2022
- Violation
3270.75(b) · A first-aid kit must be inaccessible to children.
On 5/23/22 observed a first-aid kit in a back pack by the side door which was accessible to children.
Corrected by Jul 25, 2022
- Violation
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.
On 5/23/22 observed rust on the fence surrounding the Outdoor Play Spaces. On 5/23/22 observed a loose vent cover to the right of the door in the Outdoor Play Space. On 5/23/22 observed a loose faucet at the handwashing sink in the Toddler Classroom.
Corrected by Jul 25, 2022
- Violation
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.
On 5/23/22 observed approximately a 10 inch crack on top of the white section of the Little Tykes climber/slide in the Outdoor Play Space behind the building.
Corrected by Jul 25, 2022
- Violation
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.
On 5/23/22 observed foam blocks and foam letters with bite marks in the Preschool Classroom. On 5/23/22 observed foam blocks and foam mats with bite marks in the Toddler Room.
Corrected by Jul 25, 2022
- Violation
3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2) · An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission. A child's record shall contain the dates of application, admission and withdrawal of the child.
The file of Child #1 lacked the date of the child's admission on the agreement.
Corrected by Jul 25, 2022
- Violation
3270.124(b)(3) · Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
The file of Child #1 lacked the work address and work telephone number of the enrolling parent on the emergency contact form.
Corrected by Jul 25, 2022
- Violation
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.
The file of Child #2 lacked an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child with the reinstating of this regulation on 1/6/22. The file of Child #2 contained a current health report dated 3/8/22 with a previous one dated 2/18/21.
Corrected by Jul 25, 2022
- Violation
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.
The file of Staff #2 lacked a health assessment conducted every 24 months. The file of Staff #2 contained a current health assessment dated 4/18/22 with a previous one dated 5/8/19.
Corrected by Jul 25, 2022
- Violation
3270.27(a)(6) · Emergency drills shall be conducted annually. Annual emergency drills shall be documented and on file at the facility.
An emergency drill was not conducted annually.
Corrected by Jul 13, 2022
- Violation
3270.31(f)(10) · Staff persons shall complete professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire.
The files of Staff #4 and #5 lacked documentation of completing professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire (SEE LIS CODE SHEET). The files of Staff #4 and #5 contained documentation of completing pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation on 8/11/21.
Corrected by Jul 25, 2022
- Violation
3270.31(h) · All staff persons shall complete the professional development under subsection (f).
Staff #1, who was hired prior to the implementation of the new regulations, did not complete health and safety training under subsection (f) within 180 days of the new regulations being implemented. Staff #1 had documentation of completing health and safety training on 4/7/22.
Corrected by Jul 25, 2022
- Violation
3270.94(a)(1) · 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.
The Director or designated staff person did not ensure that fire drills are conducted at least once every 60 days. The facility provided documentation that a fire drill was conducted on 9/17/21 and then again on 11/22/21.
Corrected by Jul 25, 2022
- Violation
3270.94(a)(4) · The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that the hypothetical locations of the fire are rotated around the facility for each drill such that the hypothetical location is never the same for consecutive drills.
The Director or designated staff person did not 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. The hypothetical location was the same for fire drills conducted on 9/17/21 and 11/22/21.
Corrected by Jul 25, 2022
- Violation
3270.31(e) · A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.
The files of Staff #2 and #3 lacked documentation of completing an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.
Corrected by Jul 25, 2022
- Violation
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 #1 may not work in a child care position at the facility until all clearances are obtained.
Staff #1 was incorrectly employed as a provisional hire. Staff #1 was observed working on 8/23/21 at the facility but lacked a signed disclosure statement. Staff #1 lacked proof of application for the National Sex Offender Registry certificate (NSOR). No NSOR certificate was observed on file.
Corrected by Aug 31, 2021
- Violation
3270.34(c) · A director shall be employed by a facility and be present at the facility site a minimum of 30 hours per week.
2nd citation, The facility director was no longer employed as of 3/17/21. No director is currently employed at the facility, previously cited at renewal inspection on 6/1/21. On 8/23/21, a director was employed incorrectly as a provisional hire. On this date no eligible director was employed at the facility.
Corrected by Aug 31, 2021
- Violation
3270.33(b) · At least 50% of the staff persons in a facility shall be individuals qualified and functioning as directors, group supervisors and assistant group supervisors. No more than 50% of the staff persons may be of aide qualification level.
2nd citation, the facility was observed having more than 50 % Aides. The facility was observed operating with 3 staff qualified as Aides and 1 staff qualified as a Assistant Group Supervisor. Previously cited on 5/27/21.
Corrected by Aug 18, 2021
Questions to ask on your tour
Generated from this facility's specific inspection record
- 1The May 20, 2026 inspection noted: “The agreement on file for Child #1 was observed not to specify the services which are to be considered as extra.” — what has changed since then?
- 2The May 16, 2025 inspection noted: “Many jagged plants and toxic weeds were observed inside the fenced in play area.” — what has changed since then?
- 3The Jul 16, 2024 inspection noted: “2nd citation. Previously cited on 5/23/24. Observed 6 cribs with loose sheets, two of which were designated for infants, in the Infant/Toddler Room creating a…” — what has changed since then?
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