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7741 Lincoln Hwy, Bedford PA 15522 · License #CER-00249886 · Center · Child Care Center
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3270.119 · Infants shall be placed in the sleeping position recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics unless there is a medical reason an infant should not sleep in this position. The medical reason shall be documented in a statement signed by a physician, physician's assistant or CRNP and placed in the child's record at the facility.
On the date of a complaint investigation, it was observed a 3-month-old infant sleeping in a bouncy seat.
Corrected Corrected by May 6, 2026
Category: health medication. 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.
Observed an exposed brick corner in the front young toddler room which was a visible hazard if a child was to trip.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 11, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Facility Persons - #1, #2, and #3 - may not work in a child care position at the facility until the correct disclosure forms are signed.
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Observed staff files #1, #2, and #3 who were all hired after 2/1/25, contained disclosure statements which were not the most recent approved disclosure statement which was required to be used after 2/1/25.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 10, 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.
Observed toilet bowl cleaner accessible to children in the older toddler bathroom due to a failed child lock on the cabinet under the sink. Observed a jug of bleach accessible to children under the sink in the school age room due to a failed child safety lock.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 10, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.66(b) · Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be stored in an original labeled container or in a container that specifies the content. Toxics shall be stored away from food, food preparation areas and child care spaces.
Observed a spray bottle in the tadpole room and one in the owl room which were not labeled with the specific contents of the bottle.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 10, 2025
Category: ratio. 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.
Observed a train riding toy on the front porch which had broken and rough edges. Observed a little tykes climber which had a damaged pink slide with rough edges and a pinch point.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 10, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.121(b) · At the time of enrollment, a parent shall receive in writing the facility's general daily schedule, hours for which care is provided, fees, responsibilities for meals, clothing, health policies, supervision policies, night care policies, dismissal policies, transportation and pick-up arrangements.
Observed the facility did not have a policy documenting the facilities policy on supervision during transfer of care for children departing and arriving from school transportation.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 5, 2026
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(b) · A parent shall receive the original agreement. The facility shall retain a copy of the agreement.
Observed child file #2 contained an original agreement.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 10, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.133(3) · 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.
Observed a bottle of Ibuprofen on a high shelf in the front toddler room, which was not labeled with the name for whom the medication was intended.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 10, 2025
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.
Observed staff file #2 contained an initial health assessment which was not completely filled out by the physician.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 10, 2025
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.181(c)/3270.181(d) · 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. Following review, a parent shall attest to the accuracy of information in the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at each review by affixing a dated signature to the record.
Observed child file #1 did not contain documentation of parental review of the emergency contact form or the financial agreement within the previous 6 months.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 10, 2025
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.
Observed the most recently documented emergency drill was conducted more than 15 months after the previously completed emergency drill.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 10, 2025
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.
Observed in the older toddler bear cub room had the emergency exit lighting covered not allowing it to be seen when needed.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 10, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.66(e) · Arts and crafts materials shall be nontoxic.
Observed in the left young toddler room, dab o ink bingo daubers which did not contain the non-toxic symbol and were labeled "keep out of the reach of children".
Corrected Corrected by Jan 15, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.27(c) · The operator shall assure that each facility person receives training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment, on an annual basis and at the time of each plan update. The operator shall document the date of each training and the names of all facility persons who received the training and kept on file at the facility.
Observed staff files #1 and #3 contained annual training in the emergency plan which was completed more than 12 months after the previous emergency plan training.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 15, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
Observed staff files #1 and #3 contained recent fire safety training which was completed more than 12 months after the previous valid fire safety training.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 15, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(f) · Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10.
Observed staff file #6 contained documentation of the health and safety preservice training which was completed more than 90 days after their first day working in a childcare position.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 15, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services).
Observed the child abuse clearance for staff file #2 was obtained after their first day working in a childcare position. Observed staff file #1, contained a child abuse clearance which was dated 12 months after their first day working in a childcare position. Observed staff file #5, contained a NSOR verification application which was dated after their first day working in a childcare position.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 15, 2025
Category: background checks. 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.
Observed electrical outlets on a power strip cord in the hallway which did not have protective receptacle covers. Observed an electrical outlet, on the decorative lights in the preschool circle time area, which did not have a protective receptacle cover.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 15, 2025
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.
Observed hand sanitizer and bleach water, labeled "keep out of the reach of children", accessible to children by the sink in the front young toddler room. Observed sunscreen and hand sanitizer, labeled "keep out of the reach of children", accessible to children in a low cubby and on a low windowsill in the school age room.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 15, 2025
Category: physical safety. 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.
Observed the doors to the back left infant room and the infant/young toddler room did not latch securely creating a pinch point for the mobile children.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 17, 2025
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.
Observed a broken green toy bin in the back older toddler room. Observed a torn foam rug in the front infant room. Observed one of the bucket seats in the young toddler room was missing a safety strap.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 15, 2025
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).
Observed the most recent child service report for child file #2 was completed more than 6 months after the previous child service report was completed.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 15, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(a)(6) · An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission.
Observed the agreement for child file #4 and #5 did not specify the date of the child's admission.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 15, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
Observed the emergency contact information for child file #2 did not contain the complete address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 15, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. 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.
Observed the updated health assessment for child file #1, a preschool child, was dated more than 12 months after the previous valid health assessment. Observed child file #3, an older toddler, contained a most recent health assessment which was dated more than 13 months ago.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 15, 2025
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.
Observed staff file #4 contained an updated health assessment which was dated more than 28 months after the previous valid health assessment.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 15, 2025
Category: ratio. 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.
Observed the emergency drill documentation was not completed on the Department's approved form and lacked all of the required emergency drill information.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 15, 2025
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.
Observed child file #4 contained an initial health assessment which was dated more than 60 days after the first day of attendance at the facility.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 15, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services).
Observed staff file #1 contained a disclosure statement which did not have a witness signature. Observed staff file #2 contained a disclosure statement which was not dated to document that it was signed prior to starting in a childcare position. Observed staff file #1 did not contain a state police criminal background clearance or a copy of the application for the clearance.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 8, 2024
Category: background checks. 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.
Observed 2 extension cords going across a hallway and over a gate into the infant room, creating a tripping hazard.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 8, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.106(f) · At least 2 feet of space is required on three sides of a bed, cot, crib or other rest equipment while the equipment is in use.
Observed three pack n plays in use in the rear infant room which did not have 2 feet of space on three sides.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 8, 2024
Category: physical safety. 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.
Observed peeling paint by a damaged board on the entrance ramp. Observed peeling paint on the post by the gate, the front window, by the preschool entrance, and on all the posts on the porch.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 9, 2024
Category: physical safety. 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.
Observed staff file #3 contained the required health and safety professional development update which was completed after the required completion date of 12/30/22.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 21, 2023
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Facility Person # -1- may not work in a childcare position at the facility.
On 12/18/23 observed staff file #1, a provisional hire, did not contain a copy of the required child abuse clearance to be a good provisional hire.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 21, 2023
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.36(b)(5) · An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children.
On 12/18/23 observed staff files #1 and #2 did not contain documentation of 2 years of experience with children.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 21, 2023
Category: supervision. 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.
Observed in the young front toddler room, diaper cream labeled "keep out of the reach of children", accessible to children in a bin on a low shelf in the diaper changing area. Observed steramine tablets, labeled "keep out of the reach of children", accessible to children on a windowsill in the school-age room.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 21, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.74 · The telephone number of the nearest hospital, police department, fire department, ambulance and poison control center shall be posted by each telephone in the facility.
Observed the emergency phone numbers were not posted by the telephone in the older toddler room.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 21, 2023
Category: physical safety. 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.
Observed zip ties attaching the fence to the posts which needed to be cut off. Observed a damaged board by the ramp and damaged siding by the entrance door. Observed exposed bolts in the toddler outdoor play area and a cracked drainpipe with rough edges.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 9, 2024
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.
Observed exposed foam and peeling covers on the blue mats by the rest equipment in the preschool room.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 21, 2023
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.
Observed many pieces of gravel, with a diameter of less than 1 inch, accessible to the toddlers in the front play area.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 9, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.106(f) · At least 2 feet of space is required on three sides of a bed, cot, crib or other rest equipment while the equipment is in use.
Observed an infant in a pack n play which did not have 2 feet of space on three sides.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 21, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.119 · Infants shall be placed in the sleeping position recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics unless there is a medical reason an infant should not sleep in this position. The medical reason shall be documented in a statement signed by a physician, physician's assistant or CRNP and placed in the child's record at the facility.
Observed an infant sleeping in a rocker and the facility did not have a medical reason documented in a statement signed by a physician in the child's file at the facility.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 21, 2023
Category: health medication. 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).
Observed the most recent child service report in child files #1, #2, and #4 contained a most recent child service report which was dated more than 6 months ago.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 21, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(e)(1) · 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.
Observed child file #3 did not contain an updated written verification of ongoing vaccines administered to an infant in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 21, 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. Until such time as the required pre-service trainings are completed, staff person #1 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an AGS who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff person available to supervise staff person #1, staff person #1 may not work in a child care position at the facility.
Staff Person #1 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #1 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised:3270.31(f)1-9.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 6, 2023
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 provisional employee may not be permitted to work alone with children and must work within the vicinity of a permanent employee.
Observed staff #1, who is a provisional hire, was working alone in the older toddler room without being supervised by a staff qualified at least as an assistant group supervisor. Staff #1 had all required clearances and had applied for the NSOR verification letter.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 6, 2023
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.82(i) · A toilet area, training chair area, diapering area and sink area shall be equipped with a clean, lidded waste receptacle.
Observed there was no lidded waste receptacle by the sink in the older toddler room.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 5, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services).
On 12/19/22, observed staff file #1 contained updated criminal background and child abuse clearances which were dated more than 60 months after the date of the previous valid clearances. Observed staff file #2 contained an updated child abuse clearance which was dated more than 60 months after the previous valid child abuse clearance. Observed staff file #2 contained a criminal background clearance and FBI fingerprint clearance which were dated more than 45 days after staff #2's first day working in a childcare position. Observed staff file #3 contained the CPSL required mandated reporter training which was dated more than 90 days after staff #3's first day working in a childcare position. Observed staff file #4 contained an updated FBI fingerprint clearance which was dated more than 60 after the previous valid FBI clearance.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 5, 2022
Category: background checks. 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.
Observed an electrical outlet in the older toddler room which did not have a protective receptacle cover.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 5, 2022
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.
Observed in the school age area bleach accessible in a low cabinet due to a failed child safety lock and sterilization tablets on an accessible windowsill above the sink.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 5, 2022
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.66(e) · Arts and crafts materials shall be nontoxic.
Observed shaving cream, labeled keep out of the reach of children, in the preschool arts and craft supplies.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 5, 2022
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.
Observed in the outdoor play area, a damaged telephone wire, damaged vinyl siding, and accessible insulation. Observed in the older toddler room, a detached gray shelf anchor and detached radiator corner. Observed in the school age area, a damaged low cabinet with splintering edges. Observed in the young toddler room, a spot of damaged drywall by the boo boo reports and gray wall and loose hanging cords accessible to the children.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 13, 2023
Category: physical safety. 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.
Observed damaged and peeling paint in the older toddler room by the closet, by the tree decoration, and by the stacked chairs. Observed paint flakes on the floor by the gate to the infant room and the young toddler room. Observed in the front young toddler room, peeling paint behind the plastic barrier, on the door, and green paint flakes by the gate edge.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 6, 2023
Category: ratio. 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.
Observed in the older toddler room, large blocks with peeling covers and exposed foam. Observed in the infant room, a white shelf which was not securely anchored to the wall and had a splintering edge. Observed in the young toddler room, a brown shelf with a damaged top and splintering edges.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 5, 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.
Observed in the young toddler area, a small object with a diameter of less than 1 inch and a plastic bag in the end cubby accessible to young toddlers in this area.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 5, 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.
Observed in the infant room a bassinet which was not labeled with the name of the child who was sleeping in the bassinet.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 5, 2022
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(b) · A parent shall receive the original agreement. The facility shall retain a copy of the agreement.
Observed in child file #4, an original incomplete agreement.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 5, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(6)/3270.124(b)(7) · Emergency contact information must include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable. 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.
Observed the emergency contact form for child file #4 did not contain the health insurance coverage and policy number or the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 5, 2022
Category: health medication. 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.
Observed that the infant room did not have an emergency transportation plan posted in the childcare space.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 5, 2022
Category: transportation. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(b)(1)/3270.131(b)(2) · The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddler. The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child.
Observed child file #5, an infant, contained an updated health assessment which was dated 8 months after the previous valid child health assessment. Observed child file #1, a preschool child, contained an updated health assessment which was dated more than 18 months after the previous valid child health assessment.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 5, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(e)(1) · 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.
Observed child file #1 and #2 did not contain written verification of ongoing flu vaccines administered in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 5, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.151(c)(3) · An adult health assessment must include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination.
On 12/19/22, observed staff file #5 contained an initial health assessment which did not include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 5, 2022
Category: health medication. 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.
Observed the fire alarm monitoring documentation revealed that 3 times in the previous 12 months the alarms were tested more than 30 days apart.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 5, 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.
Observed child file #2 and #3 contained initial health assessments which were dated more than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 5, 2022
Category: health medication. 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.
Observed the facility did not have documentation of notifying 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.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 5, 2022
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.66(b) · Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be stored in an original labeled container or in a container that specifies the content. Toxics shall be stored away from food, food preparation areas and child care spaces.
Observed bleach on a food prep counter in the kitchen area.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 22, 2022
Category: ratio. 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.
Observed in the young toddler area there was a tear in the pipe insulation exposing foam and a damaged ceiling above the diaper changing area. Observed damaged drywall cover and exposed edging in the preschool room. Observed an exposed nail on the white shelf in the older toddler room.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 22, 2022
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.
Observed damaged plaster by the hallway gate.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 5, 2022
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.91(a) · Stairways, hallways, exits from rooms, exits from the facility and other means of egress serving as an exit shall be unobstructed.
Observed the rear exit from the facility was obstructed with air conditioners.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 22, 2022
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.92(a) · Portable space heaters are not permitted.
Observed two portable space heaters in the office of the facility.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 22, 2022
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.106(j) · Toys, bumper pads, or pillows may not be present in a crib while an infant is sleeping in the crib.
Observed an infant sleeping in a pack in play with a pillow inside of the pack n play.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 22, 2022
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(f)(10) · Staff persons shall complete professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire.
Observed staff #1, 2, 3, 4, 5, and 6 who had not completed the required pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of their date of hire or completed the approved pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation course prior to 4/29/22.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 5, 2022
Category: health medication. 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.
Observed in the infant room rest equipment for children #1 and #2 had loose sheets posing a threat to the health or safety of the children.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 7, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.32(a)/3270.192(2)(iii) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.
The file of staff #7 with a start date in care with children of 2-2-21, lacked documentation of completing Mandated Reporter training timely due to the fact the document on file was dated 12-18-21. Therefore, completed more than 90 days from start date.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 20, 2021
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.
The file of staff #1 with a start date in care with children of 12-13-21 lacked a PA State Police clearance and the report for the National Sex Offender Registry. The file of staff #3 with a start date in care with children of 2-15-21 lacked the report for the National Sex Offender Registry. The file of staff #4 had a Child Abuse clearance for the purpose of volunteer rather than employment. The file of staff #7 had Child Abuse clearances more than 60 months apart due to the fact they were dated 6-24-15 and 11-29-21.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 28, 2022
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.35(e) · In a facility in which more than 45 children are enrolled, a group supervisor is required for the first group of 45 enrolled children and for each group or partial group of 45 additional enrolled children.
Upon review of staff files, it was determined the facility did not have the required number of Group Supervisors employed based on the fact there are 11 Assistant Group supervisors and 1 director with 78 enrolled children and present at one time.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 28, 2022
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(iii) · An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.
The files of staff #2, #4, #6, and #7, all identified as Assistant Group Supervisors, lacked documentation to support the position due to the fact there was not proof of 2500 hours' of experience.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 28, 2022
Category: supervision. 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.
Observed in the room known as the Middle Toddler room, the following rest equipment no labeled for the use of a specific child and used only by the specified child: Graco brand purple floral print, Graco brand safari animal print, Cosco brand Safari animal print, and Cosco brand pink floral print.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 16, 2021
Category: physical safety. 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.
The files of children #1 and #2 lacked agreements with the persons designated by a parents to whom the children may be released.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 28, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(2) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.
The file of child #3 lacked an emergency contact form with the full address of the child's physician or source of medical care.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 28, 2022
Category: health medication. 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.
The file of child #3 lacked an emergency contact form with the parents' full work address and phone number. The file of child #4 lacked an emergency contact form with the parents' full work address.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 28, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3) · Emergency contact information must include the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care. A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission.
The file of child #3 lacked an emergency contact form with the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 1, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. 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.
Observed in the young toddler room, Butt Paste brand diaper cream labeled for child #5 with an expiration date of 7/21.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 16, 2021
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.182(5) · A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission.
The file of child #3 lacked an emergency contact form with the signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 1, 2022
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.192(2)(iii) · A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.
The file of staff #5 with a start date in care with children of 10-9-21, had documentation of completing Health and Safety training on 1-9-22. Therefore, it was completed more than 90 days from the start date.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 1, 2022
Category: health medication. 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
The files of staff #1 and #2 lacked two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person
Corrected Corrected by Feb 28, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.52 · When children are grouped in mixed age levels, the age of the youngest child in the group determines the staff:child ratio and maximum group size in accordance with the requirements in § 3270.51 (relating to similar age level).
On 10/15/21 a mixed ratio of 4 young and 9 older toddlers was observed in the same childcare space supervised by 3 staff exceeding the maximum group size of 10 toddlers.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 28, 2021
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.113(a)(1) · Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises.
On 10/15/21 the preschool child care space was observed having 10 preschool children being supervised by 2 staff who were unable to identify the names of all 10 children in care.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 28, 2021
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.