Swids Kids Llc

3280.31(e)/3280.192(2)(iii) · A staff person shall obtain an annual 12 clock hours of child care training. 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 #1 and #2 contained 11 professional development hours in their annual training year of 12/2023 to 12/2024 each lacking 1 hour. Staff #1 had 2 additional hours dated 9/23/2025 and staff #2 had 2 additional hours dated 9/25/2025 and both are now compliant.

Corrected by Jan 8, 2026

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3280.31(e)(4)(i) · Competence is the completion of training by a professional in the field of first-aid and 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.

Pediatric first aid and CPR for staff #1 and #3 were renewed on 10/28/2025 which was after the expiration date of the prior training dated 9/2025.

Corrected by Jan 8, 2026

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3280.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services).

The following clearances for staff #1 were updated more than 60 months apart: PA criminal history (5/8/2020 and 10/29/2025), child abuse (5/26/2020 and 10/30/2025), NSOR verification certificate (6/1/2020 and 10/31/2025) and FBI (4/28/2020 and 11/4/2025). Mandated reporter training for staff #1 was updated more than 60 months from the prior clearance (5/11/2020 and 10/29/2025).

Corrected by Jan 8, 2026

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3280.74 · 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.

The telephone numbers of the nearest hospital, police department, fire department, ambulance and poison control center was not posted by the 2 phones on the table.

Corrected by Jan 15, 2026

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3280.105(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.

At approximately 10:10 am, child #1 was sleeping in a pack and play which was placed against the wall, about 12 inches from a "Cozy Coupe" child's car and about 5 inches from an exersaucer which did not allow for 2 feet of space on 3 sides of the pack and play.

Corrected by Jan 9, 2026

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3280.113(e) · A facility person may not restrain a child by using bonds, ties or straps to restrict a child's movement or by enclosing the child in a confined space, closet or locked room. The prohibition against restraining a child does not apply to the use of adaptive equipment prescribed for a child with special needs.

Upon arrival at approximately 10:05 AM, child #2 was observed to be sitting in a feeding table without any activities. When I inquired, staff #1 explained that the child had just eaten, and needed to remain seated for about 30 minutes to prevent illness. Shortly after, child #1 was provided with a puzzle. About 20 minutes later, the child was removed from the seat, only to be returned about 10 - 15 minutes later for lunch. Following the meal, the child remained in the table for approximately another 30 minutes before being moved to a pack and play for nap. Child #2 was observed to be in either the feeding table or pack and play for at approximately 1.75 hours of the 2.5 hours I was at the facility.

Corrected by Jan 9, 2026

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

The original financial agreement for child #1 was on file at the facility.

Corrected by Jan 9, 2026

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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 immunization record of child #1 did not contain documentation of the 3rd DTaP and pneumococcal vaccinations and the record of child #2 did not contain documentation of the 4th pneumococcal vaccination as recommended by the ACIP or an acceptable exemption.

Corrected by Jan 9, 2026

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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.

On the table in the childcare space, 2 "bingo daubers" labeled "keep out of the reach of children" were accessible to the children in care.

Corrected by Dec 12, 2024

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3280.66(d) · Arts and crafts materials shall be nontoxic.

Based on a statement by a staff, 2 "bingo daubers" labeled "keep out of the reach of children" were used in an art activity with the children.

Corrected by Dec 12, 2024

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

The files of child #1 and #2 contained the original financial agreements.

Corrected by Jan 10, 2025

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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 emergency contact information of child #3 did not include the addresses of the persons identified by the parent to whom the child may be released.

Corrected by Jan 10, 2025

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3280.131(b)(1)/3280.182(1) · The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddler. A child's record must contain initial and subsequent health reports.

The file of child #3, identified as a young toddler (see LIS code sheet), contained a health assessment dated 4/8/2024 but did not contain an updated health assessment within 6 months of the prior.

Corrected by Jan 24, 2025

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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 of child #2, identified as a young toddler (see coded LIS sheet), contained an immunization record which did contained documentation of 2 of 3 HIB, 0 of 4 pneumococcal, 0 of 1 varicella and 0 of 1 MMR vaccinations as recommended by the ACIP or an acceptable exemption.

Corrected by Dec 16, 2024

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3280.26(e) · The operator shall provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining the emergency procedures as required in subsection (a). The operator shall also provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining any subsequent update to the plan.

The letter to the parents explaining the emergency plan did not include information regarding accommodations to be provided in the event of an emergency.

Corrected by Jan 8, 2024

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3280.103 · 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.

There was a plastic bag dispenser hanging low enough to be in reach of toddlers, allowing toddlers access to empty plastic bags.

Corrected by Dec 19, 2023

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3280.123(a)(3) · An agreement shall specify 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 at § 3280.124(f).

The current child service reports on file for children #1, #2, #3 and #5 were completed more than 6 months after the previous child service reports on file were completed or more than 6 months after the child's first day of attendance.

Corrected by Dec 19, 2023

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

The agreements on file for children #1-#5 were the originals.

Corrected by Dec 20, 2023

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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 current emergency contact forms and agreements on file for Facility Persons #1-#5 were reviewed and updated by a parent more than 6 months after the previous review date.

Corrected by Dec 19, 2023

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3280.131(b)(2) · The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child.

The current health assessment on file for child #4 was completed more than 12 months after the previous health assessment on file.

Corrected by Dec 19, 2023

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3280.26(a)(6) · Emergency drills shall be conducted annually. Annual emergency drills shall be documented and on file at the facility.

The facility's documentation of the annual emergency drill did not include all required components.

Corrected by Jan 8, 2024

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3280.131(d)(5) · A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP. Child(ren) #1, #2 must be dismissed from care by close of business and may only return to care when the immunization record is updated or when a parent provides a written, signed exemption letter.

The current immunization record on file for Child #1, who is 3 years old, includes 0 of 1 recommended Varicella immunizations, as recommended by the ACIP; and a flu vaccine dated 1/9/20, which is recommended annually by the ACIP. The current immunization record on file for Child #2, who is 4 years old, includes 0/1 Hepatitis A vaccinations, as recommended by the ACIP.

Corrected by Apr 14, 2023

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3280.131(e)(3) · The facility shall implement dismissal policies in accordance with the Department of Health regulation in 28 Pa. Code § 27.77 (relating to immunization requirements for children in child care group settings). Child(ren) #1, #2 must be dismissed from care by close of business and may only return to care when the immunization record is updated or when a parent provides a written, signed exemption letter.

The current immunization record on file for Child #1, who is 3 years old, includes 0 of 1 recommended Varicella immunizations, as recommended by the ACIP; and a flu vaccine dated 1/9/20, which is recommended annually by the ACIP. The current immunization record on file for Child #2, who is 4 years old, includes 0/1 Hepatitis A vaccinations, as recommended by the ACIP.

Corrected by Apr 14, 2023

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3280.124(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.

The emergency contact forms for child #1 and child #2 were not present in the childcare space.

Corrected by Dec 14, 2022

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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 did not have a policy and procedure to share with staff and families that includes strategies for coping with a crying, fussing, or distraught child, and addressing the prevention and identification of child maltreatment.

Corrected by Jan 13, 2023

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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 emergency plan did not contain a continuity of care section which was due by the mandatory date of 7-1-2022.

Corrected by Jan 13, 2023

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3280.123(a)(3) · An agreement shall specify 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 at § 3280.124(f).

The file for child #5 contained a child service report date of 11-14-2022 which exceeded the mandatory date of 10-30-2022 to receive a child service report.

Corrected by Nov 14, 2022

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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 file for child #2 contained an emergency contact form date of 1-18-2022 and 10-18-2022 which exceeded the mandatory 6 months to review the emergency contact form. The file for child #3 contained an emergency contact form date of 2-9-2022 and 10-27 2022 which exceeded the mandatory 6 months to review the emergency contact form. The file for child #4 contained an emergency contact form date of 9-10-2021 and 11-14-2022 which exceeded the mandatory 6 months to review the emergency contact form. The file for child #5 contained an emergency contact form date of 3-11-2022 and 11-3-2022 which exceeded the mandatory 6 months to review the emergency contact form.

Corrected by Nov 14, 2022

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3280.131(e)(1)/3280.182(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. A child's record must contain initial and subsequent health reports.

The file for child #2 who is a preschool aged child contained an Influenza Vaccine date of 1-9-2020 and has not received an updated Influenza Vaccine.

Corrected by Dec 19, 2022

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3280.151(a)/3280.192(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.

The file for staff #1 contained a health assessment date that exceeded the mandatory 24 months between health assessments.

Corrected by Dec 14, 2022

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3280.181(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.

The file for child #2 contained a fee agreement date of 1-18-2022 and 10-18-2022 which exceeded the mandatory 6 months to review the fee agreement. The file for child #5 contained a fee agreement date of 3-11-2022 and 10-8-2022 which exceeded the mandatory 6 months to review the fee agreement. The file for child #3 contained a fee agreement date of 2-9-2022 and 10-27 2022 which exceeded the mandatory 6 months to review the fee agreement. The file for child #4 contained a fee agreement date of 9-10-2021 and 11-14-2022 which exceeded the mandatory 6 months to review the fee agreement. The file for child #5 contained a fee agreement date of 3-8-2022 and 10-8-2022 which exceeded the mandatory 6 months to review the fee agreement.

Corrected by Nov 14, 2022

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3280.31(e)(4)(i) · Competence is the completion of training by a professional in the field of first-aid and 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.

Pediatric first aid and CPR for facility person #1 and 2 expired and was not renewed on or before the expiration date.

Corrected by Feb 1, 2022

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3280.33(c) · One or more facility persons competent in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation techniques shall be at the facility when one or more children are in care.

The group child care home does not have one or more facility person competent in pediatric first aid and CPR when one or more children are in care.

Corrected by Feb 1, 2022

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

The file of child #1 did not contain the work address and phone number of the enrolling parent. Could

Corrected by Jan 14, 2022

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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 emergency contact form of child #3 did not contain the address of one release person.

Corrected by Jan 14, 2022

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3280.131(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.

The immunization record of child #2 was not in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP lacking documentation of a Hep A vaccination.

Corrected by Jan 14, 2022

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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.

The most current health assessment of facility person #3 was dated 10/25/2018 lacking a current health assessment within 24 months.

Corrected by Dec 20, 2021

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3280.26(a)(5) · The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions.

The emergency plan did not include accommodations for infants or toddlers.

Corrected by Dec 13, 2021

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3280.31(f)(10)/3280.31(h) · Pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation. All staff persons shall complete the professional development under subsection(f).

Facility person #3 (start date 3/27/2017) did not have current pediatric first aid and CPR.

Corrected by Dec 20, 2021

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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.

Documentation of testing the fire detection system exceeded 30 days: 1/15/2021 to 2/17/2021, 3/18/2021 to 4/23/2021, 5/19/2021 to 6/25/2021, 7/22/2021 to 8/30/2021 and 10/19/2021 to 11/29/2021.

Corrected by Jan 14, 2022

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