3280.123(b) · A parent shall receive the original agreement. The facility shall retain a copy of the agreement.

Observed original agreements in child files #1, #2, #3, #4, and #5.

Corrected Corrected by May 13, 2025

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3280.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Facility Person # -2- may not work in a childcare position at the facility until a valid disclosure form is signed.

Observed staff file #2 who started employment after 2/1/25 contained a disclosure statement which was a previous version of the disclosure form and not valid at the current time.

Corrected Corrected by May 13, 2025

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3280.66(a) · Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be stored in an original labeled container or in a container that specifies the content. Toxics shall be kept in a locked area or in an area inaccessible to children, and shall be stored away from food, food preparation areas and child care spaces.

Observed disinfecting wipes, accessible to children in an unlocked cabinet in the bathroom used by the children.

Corrected Corrected by May 13, 2025

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

3280.102(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 plastic truck with rough edges in the outdoor play area.

Corrected Corrected by May 13, 2025

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

3280.106 · 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.

Observed the facility did not have an operable thermometer in the refrigerator used to store potentially hazardous foods.

Corrected Corrected by May 13, 2025

Category: nutrition. Marked corrected in the state record.

3280.151(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 #1 contained an updated health assessment which was dated more than 28 months after the previous valid health assessment.

Corrected Corrected by May 13, 2025

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

3280.26(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 revealed that the emergency drill conducted was the same drill as the previous year and the documentation of the drill was incomplete and did not document how long it took to complete the drill.

Corrected Corrected by May 13, 2025

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3280.131(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 the initial health assessment for child #2 and #4 were dated more than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility.

Corrected Corrected by May 13, 2025

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.

3280.32(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.

Observed the file for facility person #1 contained an FBI fingerprint clearance which was dated (10/3/19) more than 60 months old making the clearance invalid.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 4, 2025

Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.

3280.102(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 rest mat which had a peeling cover and exposed foam.

Corrected Corrected by Feb 26, 2025

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

3280.95(a)/3280.95(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 primary staff person or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements in subsection (a) are met.

Observed the documented fire alarm testing log revealed 1 time (12/6/24-1/6/25) in the previous 12 months the fire alarms were tested more than 30 days apart.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 4, 2025

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3280.14/3280.20 · 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 was observed to have an emergency plan that failed to specify the role of a volunteer during an emergency.

Corrected Corrected by Jun 27, 2024

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

3280.26(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 facility was observed to providing a letter to the parents of each enrolled child, which outlined the emergency procedures. However, it lacked details on shelter and lockdown protocols, methods for notifying parents at the start and end of an emergency, and specifying the accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and those with chronic medical conditions.

Corrected Corrected by Jun 27, 2024

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

3280.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Facility Person # 1 -- may not work in a child care position at the facility.

The file for staff person #1 was observed to contain only a Pennsylvania Department of Education FBI fingerprint clearance, which is not an acceptable version of this clearance.

Corrected Corrected by May 30, 2024

Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.

3280.66(a) · Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be stored in an original labeled container or in a container that specifies the content. Toxics shall be kept in a locked area or in an area inaccessible to children, and shall be stored away from food, food preparation areas and child care spaces.

The facility was observed to have a backpack hanging to the left of the front entrance within reach of children. This backpack had an open top zipper and contained a package of Equate cold medication.

Corrected Corrected by May 28, 2024

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

3280.123(a)(4) · An agreement shall specify the child's arrival and departure times.

The files for children #3 & #5 were observed to contain agreement that failed to specify the child's arrival and departure times.

Corrected Corrected by Jun 27, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3280.123(a)(5) · An agreement shall specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.

The files for children #3 & #5 were observed to contain agreements that failed to specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.

Corrected Corrected by Jun 27, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3280.124(b)(3) · Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.

The file for child #5 was observed to contain an emergency contact that failed to include the work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.

Corrected Corrected by May 28, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3280.124(b)(6) · Emergency contact information must include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.

The file for child #4 was observed to contain an emergency contact that failed to include health insurance coverage and policy number for the child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits.

Corrected Corrected by May 28, 2024

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.

3280.124(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.

The file for Child #1 was observed to contain an emergency contact form that failed to include the name, address and telephone number of the individual(s) designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

Corrected Corrected by Jun 27, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3280.124(f)/3280.181(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.

The files for children #2, #3, and #4 were observed to lack documentation the parent updated their financial agreement or emergency contact information once in a 6-month period. This was evidenced by emergency contact forms dated 01/22/2024 present the files of children #2 and #4. And an emergency contact form dated 01/23/24 present in the file of child #3.

Corrected Corrected by Jun 20, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3280.95(a) · Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. §  1016(c)).

The facility's fire testing log was observed to indicate that on five occasions, testing did not occur at least once within a 30-day period. The log entries indicated tests were conducted on 31-day durations on 7/21/23 to 8/21/23, 08/28/23 to 09/28/23, 10/27/23 to 11/27/23, 1/26/24 to 02/26/24, and 03/26/24 to 04/26/24.

Corrected Corrected by Jun 22, 2024

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

3280.67(d) · Trash that has been contaminated by human secretions or excrement shall be contained in closed, plastic-lined receptacles.

The facility was observed to have a trash receptacle without a lid in the bathroom.

Corrected Corrected by May 8, 2023

Marked corrected in the state record.

3280.14/3280.21 · 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. The operator shall establish oral or written communication in the language or mode of communication which is understandable to the parent.

The facility was observed to lack a policy on the prevention of shaken baby syndrome, abusive head trauma, and child maltreatment.

Corrected Corrected by May 5, 2023

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

3280.63 · If unsafe areas or conditions are in or near an outdoor play space, fencing or natural barriers are required to restrict children from those unsafe areas or conditions.

The facility was observed to have an open, unrestricted patio area which contains a fire pit and hot tub which are fully accessible to children. A garden style tub with standing, accumulated rainwater was observed to be stored on the front landing of the front entry stairs to the facility.

Corrected Corrected by Jun 11, 2023

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

3280.118(c) · A veterinarian's certificate of current rabies immunization is required for a cat or dog at the facility. The certificate shall be on file when the cat or dog is present.

The facility's file for the dog Little John was observed to lack a current certificate of current rabies immunization. This is evidenced by a vet certificate in the file that indicates an expiration date of 4/29/2023.

Corrected Corrected by May 15, 2023

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

3280.124(b)(6) · Emergency contact information must include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.

The file for child #2 was observed to contain an emergency contact form that failed to include the child's health insurance coverage and policy number.

Corrected Corrected by May 18, 2023

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.

3280.131(d)(5)/3280.131(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).

The file for child #1 was observed to contain an immunization record that lacked the ACIP recommended Influenza immunization; therefore, the child's record is not up to date with the recommendations of the ACIP.

Corrected Corrected by May 18, 2023

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.

3280.171(a) · The operator shall notify local traffic safety authorities in writing of the location of the facility and about the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the group child care facility.

The facility was observed to lack documentation of notifying local traffic safety authorities in writing of the location of the facility and about the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the group child care facility.

Corrected Corrected by May 5, 2023

Marked corrected in the state record.

3280.17 · The legal entity shall have comprehensive general liability insurance to cover all persons who are on the premises. A current copy of the insurance policy shall be on file at the facility.

Observed the legal entity did not have comprehensive general liability insurance to cover all persons who are on the premises and a current copy of the insurance policy was not on file at the facility.

Corrected Corrected by Jan 30, 2023

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3280.26(f) · 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.

Observed the operator did not submit a copy of the completed emergency plan to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.

Corrected Corrected by Jan 31, 2023

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

3280.34(b)(1)/3280.192(2)(ii) · A primary staff person shall have attained a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 30 credit hours from an accredited college or university in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education or the human services field. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.

Observed staff file #1 did not include documentation of 30 credit hours from an accredited college or university in a human services field.

Corrected Corrected by Jan 27, 2023

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3280.63 · If unsafe areas or conditions are in or near an outdoor play space, fencing or natural barriers are required to restrict children from those unsafe areas or conditions.

Observed the facility did not have a defined outdoor play space which is required due to the need for a barrier to prevent children from unsafe areas in proximity to the proposed play area.

Corrected Corrected by Feb 4, 2023

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

3280.65 · Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.

Observed an electrical outlet which did not have a protective receptacle cover in the room leading to the outdoor play area.

Corrected Corrected by Jan 26, 2023

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

3280.66(a) · Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be stored in an original labeled container or in a container that specifies the content. Toxics shall be kept in a locked area or in an area inaccessible to children, and shall be stored away from food, food preparation areas and child care spaces.

Observed cleaning materials in an unlocked vanity cabinet in the bathroom used by children. Observed hand sanitizer labeled keep out of the reach of children accessible to children on a low shelf.

Corrected Corrected by Jan 26, 2023

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

3280.75(b) · A first-aid kit shall be inaccessible to children.

Observed the first aid kit was accessible to children on a low counter.

Corrected Corrected by Jan 26, 2023

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.

3280.76 · 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 a peeling cover on the vanity in the bathroom used by children. Observed an air vent which needed to be cleaned. Observed damaged drywall by the entrance door. Observed splintering edges and rough edges on the corner of the building on the entrance patio.

Corrected Corrected by Jan 28, 2023

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

3280.77(a) · Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.

Observed peeling paint on both sides of a hutch in the eating area of the facility.

Corrected Corrected by Jan 28, 2023

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

3280.102(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 television which was not stable on its stand. Observed a refrigerator which was not securely anchored on a counter creating a crush point. Observed several brown bookshelves used by children which were not securely anchored to the wall.

Corrected Corrected by Jan 28, 2023

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

3280.95(a)/3280.95(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 primary staff person or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements in subsection (a) are met.

Observed the operator did not have proof of purchase receipts for the interconnected fire alarm system.

Corrected Corrected by Jan 27, 2023

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.