3270.77(a) · Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.

During renewal inspection on Monday, 10/27/25, cert rep observed peeled paint on the heated radiator located in the infant room's bathroom.

Corrected Corrected by Nov 17, 2025

Category: physical safety. 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). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person 1 may not work in a child care position at the facility. A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL.

In review of staff files, staff person 3, employed more than 45 days, file failed to include an FBI clearance.

Corrected Corrected by Oct 27, 2025

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

3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) · An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.

In review of staff files, staff person 2 file failed to include verification of 2 years (2500 hours) of experience caring for children.

Corrected Corrected by Nov 17, 2025

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.37(b)(3)/3270.192(2)(ii) · An aide shall have a minimum of an 8th grade education and 2 years of experience with children. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.

In review of staff files, staff person 3 file failed to include verification of 2 years (2500 hours) of experience caring for children.

Corrected Corrected by Nov 17, 2025

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.70(a) · The indoor temperature shall be at least 65° F.

During renewal inspection on Monday, 10/27/25, cert rep observed thermostat recorded the indoor temperature below 65° F.

Corrected Corrected by Nov 17, 2025

Category: recordkeeping. 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.

During renewal inspection on Monday, 10/27/25, cert rep observed a toy climber in the infant room had shredded and rough edges causing a possible hazard to children.

Corrected Corrected by Nov 17, 2025

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

3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(1) · A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP. 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.

In review of children's files, child 2, enrolled more than 60 days, file failed to include documentation of the Rotavirus vaccinations, as required based on the child's age, per the ACIP recommended schedule.

Corrected Corrected by Oct 27, 2025

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

3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) · A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem. A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.

In review of staff files, staff person 3 file failed to include a health assessment.

Corrected Corrected by Nov 17, 2025

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3) · An adult health assessment must include tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment. Subsequent tuberculosis screening is not required unless directed by a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department. A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.

In review of staff files, staff persons 1 and 3 file failed to include results of the TB screening by the Mantoux method.

Corrected Corrected by Nov 17, 2025

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

3270.131(a)/3270.182(1) · 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. A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports.

In review of children's files, child 1, enrolled more than 60 days, file failed to include a health report.

Corrected Corrected by Nov 17, 2025

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

3270.113(b) · A facility person may not use any form of physical punishment, including spanking a child.

During a compliant investigation on Monday, 04/28/25, cert rep was informed that a staff used a form of physical punishment when caring for a child.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 28, 2025

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.

During renewal inspection on Tuesday, 10/29/24, cert rep observed chip/damaged paint throughout the walls in the infant room.

Corrected Corrected by Nov 20, 2024

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

3270.82(g) · Toilet areas and fixtures shall be cleaned daily and be in good repair.

During renewal inspection on Tuesday, 10/29/24, cert rep observed a toilet located in the Preschool room's bathroom was not operable.

Corrected Corrected by Nov 20, 2024

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.

During renewal inspection on Tuesday, 10/29/24, cert rep observed missing outlet cover in a bathroom in the Toddler room and in the infant room.

Corrected Corrected by Oct 29, 2024

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 trainings are completed, staff persons 1 and 2 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by a (AGS, primary staff person, or family child care home staff person) who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise staff persons 1 and 2, staff persomay not work in a child care position at the facility.

In review of health and safety documents, staff person 1 had not completed required health and safety professional development training required by OCDEL within the prescribed timeframe of 04/29/22. Staff person 2 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person 2 does not have current pediatric first-aid/CPR training. Pediatric first-aid/CPR training contained in file was last completed on 05/06/22.

Corrected Corrected by Nov 20, 2024

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

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.

In review of staff files, staff person 2 file failed to have current pediatric first-aid/CPR training from a PQAS-approved trainer and PQAS-approved curriculum. Pediatric first-aid/CPR training contained in file was last completed on 05/06/22.

Corrected Corrected by Nov 20, 2024

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) · An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.

In review of staff files, staff persons 1 and 2 file failed to verify 2 years (2500 hours) of experience working with children prior to employment at the facility.

Corrected Corrected by Nov 20, 2024

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

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.

During renewal inspection on Tuesday, 10/29/24, cert rep observed facility failed to have written hand washing signs posted by sinks and bathrooms, throughout the facility, addressing when a staff person and child must wash their hands.

Corrected Corrected by Nov 20, 2024

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

3270.102(a)/3270.104(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. Furniture must be durable, safe, easily cleaned and appropriate for the child's size, age and special needs.

During renewal inspection on Tuesday, 10/29/24, cert rep observed a couch used by children with tears, rips and rough edges.

Corrected Corrected by Oct 29, 2024

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

3270.123(a)(3) · The services to be provided to the family and the child, including the Department's approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided. The operator shall complete and update the form and provide a copy to the family in accordance with the updates regarding emergency contact information in § 3270.124(f) (relating to emergency contact information).

In review of children's files, child 1, enrolled 6 months or more, failed to have a service report proving information about the child's growth and development.

Corrected Corrected by Nov 20, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

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.

During renewal inspection on Tuesday, 10/29/24, cert rep observed children receiving care in the infant room failed to have their emergency contact information present in childcare space.

Corrected Corrected by Oct 29, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) · A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem. A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.

In review of staff files, staff person 3 file included a health assessment that was completed more than 12 months of initial hire date.

Corrected Corrected by Nov 20, 2024

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3) · An adult health assessment must include tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment. Subsequent tuberculosis screening is not required unless directed by a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department. A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.

In review of staff files, staff person 3, a new hire, file failed to include a current TB screening.

Corrected Corrected by Nov 20, 2024

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.

In review of staff files, staff person 1 file failed to include two nonfamily letters of references. Staff person 1 file only contained 1 letter of reference.

Corrected Corrected by Nov 20, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services).

During a compliant investigation on Wednesday, 10/02/24, cert rep determined that the operator had hired a temporary facility person to transport children to and from school without the required clearances on file.

Corrected Corrected by Oct 1, 2024

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

3270.191 · An individual record is required for each facility person.

During a compliant investigation on Wednesday, 10/02/24, cert rep determined that a temporary facility person did not have a record on file at the facility.

Corrected Corrected by Oct 2, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.94(a)(1)/3270.94(a)(9) · 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 who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that a written record is maintained on file at the facility indicating the specific time of day of the drill, the hypothetical location of the fire, the evacuation time, and the names of the facility persons and the number of children who participate in the fire drill.

In review of fire safety documents, facility failed to have written documentation that a fire drill was conducted at least once every 60 days.

Corrected Corrected by Nov 1, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.75(c) · A first-aid kit must contain the following: soap, an assortment of adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, tweezers, tape, scissors and disposable, nonporous gloves.

During renewal inspection on Friday, 11/17/23, cert rep observed first-aid kit in the preschool room was missing soap and first-aid kit located in the toddler room was missing soap and scissors.

Corrected Corrected by Dec 28, 2023

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.

In review of health and safety documentation, facility failed to have a policy addressing signs and symptoms of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma and the prevention and identification of child maltreatment.

Corrected Corrected by Dec 28, 2023

Category: ratio. 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. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. Until such time as the required trainings are completed, staff persons 2 and 3 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by a (AGS, primary staff person, or family child care home staff person) who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise staff persons 2 and 3, staff persons 2 and 3 may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Durin renewal inspection on Friday, 11/17/23, cert rep observed staff person 3 caring for children unsupervised and had not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: health and safety topics. Staff person 2 observed to be caring for children unsupervised and had not completed health and safety professional development training updates required by OCDEL within the prescribed timeframe of 12/30/22.

Corrected Corrected by Dec 28, 2023

Category: supervision. 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.

In review of emergency plan documents, facility's emergency plan failed to include statement regarding continuity of operations.

Corrected Corrected by Dec 28, 2023

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.27(a)(3)/3270.27(a)(4) · The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for a method for facility persons to contact parents as soon as reasonably possible when an emergency situation arises. The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for a method for facility persons to inform parents that the emergency has ended and to provide instruction as to how parents can safely be reunited with their children.

In review of facility's emergency plan, plan failed to provide a method of contacting parents at the beginning and end of emergency.

Corrected Corrected by Dec 28, 2023

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

3270.31(f)/3270.192(2)(iii) · Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility. Staff person 1 will have until 12/13/23 to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person 1 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by a (AGS, primary staff person, or family child care home staff person) who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff available to supervise staff person 1, staff person 1 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.

In review of staff files, staff person 1 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire: Health and Safety topics.

Corrected Corrected by Dec 13, 2023

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) · An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.

In review of staff files, staff person 3 file failed to include verification of 2 years (2500 hours) of experience working with children.

Corrected Corrected by Dec 28, 2023

Category: supervision. 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).

In review of children's files, children enrolled 6 months or more failed to have a service report proving information about the child's growth and development.

Corrected Corrected by Dec 28, 2023

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.

In review of children's files, child 1and 2 emergency contact and file failed to contain parent's signed consent for emergency medical care.

Corrected Corrected by Dec 28, 2023

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.124(e) · A written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency shall be displayed conspicuously in every child care space and shall accompany a staff person who leaves on an excursion with children.

During renewal inspection on Friday, 11/17/23, cert rep observed in the preschool and infant classrooms a written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions failed to be posted.

Corrected Corrected by Dec 28, 2023

Category: transportation. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) · A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem. A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.

In review of staff files, staff person 2 file failed to include an updated health assessment. Health assessment included in file was last completed on 10/10/21.

Corrected Corrected by Dec 28, 2023

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.172(a)/3270.182(6) · Transportation by the facility requires written parental consent, except for transportation of school-age children who are transported to or from a child care facility in vehicles owned or operated by the school district. A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading.

In review of children's files, child 1, who is transported by facility, file failed to have parent written consent for transportation.

Corrected Corrected by Dec 28, 2023

Category: transportation. 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.

In review of children's files, child 1 and 2 file failed to contain parent's signed written consent for administration of minor first-aid.

Corrected Corrected by Dec 28, 2023

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.192(5) · A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.

In review of staff files, staff person 1 file failed to include two written non-family letters.

Corrected Corrected by Dec 28, 2023

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.

In review of fire safety documents, facility failed to have tested their smoke detection system once every 30 days.

Corrected Corrected by Nov 17, 2023

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.72(c) · Screens shall be in good repair.

Certification Representative observed screens in need in repair in the rear of the building/playspace area

Corrected Corrected by Jul 5, 2023

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

3270.51 · When children are grouped in similar age levels, the following maximum child group sizes and ratios of staff persons apply: Infants 1:4 with a maximum group size of 8; Young toddlers 1:5 with a maximum group size of 10; Older toddlers 1:6 with a maximum group size of 12; Preschool children 1:10 with a maximum group size of 20; Young school-age children 1:12 with a maximum group size of 24; Older school-age children 1:15 with a maximum group size of 30.

Certification Represenative observed five children with one staff with the youngest child being an infant

Corrected Corrected by Nov 1, 2022

Category: ratio. 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.

File Records for Child #1, Child #3, Child #4 and Child #5 did not include the address of the indiviidual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released

Corrected Corrected by Oct 31, 2022

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

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.

Certification Representative observed a child's hands not being washed after being diapered.

Corrected Corrected by Oct 31, 2022

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

3270.181(c) · 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.

file Record for Child #1 did not include an updated financial agreement at least once in a 6 -month period;last completed 9/24/21

Corrected Corrected by Oct 31, 2022

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

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.

File records for Child #2, Child #3, Child #4, and Child #5 did not include an agreement between the parent and operator

Corrected Corrected by Oct 31, 2022

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.