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Just About Kids
3075 Washington Rd Lower Level, Canonsburg PA 15317 · License #CER-00256033 · Child Care Center
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- 3075 Washington Rd Lower Level, Canonsburg PA 15317 · Directions
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- 1-Star quality rating
- Accepts Child Care Works subsidy
- Licensed for 74 children
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Violations per inspection, 3-yrInspection history & violations
Source: Pennsylvania DHS, Office of Child Development and Early Learning- Violation
3270.21 · Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.
Two microwaves were observed to be dirty and in poor repair in the facility. These microwaves are used by staff to heat meals that children bring in from home. In Room 2/3, a microwave was observed above the sinks on the "3" side of the room. The inside of this microwave was worn and had burnt, rusty buildup on the interior surfaces. In Room 4, another microwave was observed on the counter. The interior of the microwave was dirty and had areas of what looked to be flaking rust above the cooking space.
Corrected by May 1, 2026
- Violation
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL.
The files for Staff Person #1 and #2 included NSOR clearances dated more than 60 months apart (both: 11/14/2019-3/4/2025).
Corrected by Mar 26, 2026
- Violation
3270.77(a) · Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.
On the "2" side of Room 2/3, a small area of damaged, flaking plaster was observed at the corner of the walls decorated with the words "Autumn" and "Winter." In the same room, another small area of damaged, flaking plaster was observed on the wall behind the crib.
Corrected by May 1, 2026
- Violation
3270.102(a) · Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts.
In the outdoor play space, a red slide was observed to have a long crack at the bottom of the slide. This crack created a sharp edge, as well as a potential pinch point.
Corrected by Mar 26, 2026
- Violation
3270.103 · Toys and objects with a diameter of less than 1 inch, objects with removable parts that have a diameter of less than 1 inch, plastic bags and styrofoam objects may not be accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths.
On the "3" side of Room 2/3, two white bins and one brown bin were observed on the floor next to the gate. The bins contained art supplies, including several bottles of "Sargent Art Tempera Paint" and "Creatology Glitter Paillettes." These items had warning labels that read "Choking Hazard for Children Under Three Years of Age." These items were stored within reach of younger toddlers who use the gated area as means to enter/exit the "2" side of the room, creating a potential choking hazard.
Corrected by Mar 26, 2026
- Violation
3270.104(a) · Furniture must be durable, safe, easily cleaned and appropriate for the child's size, age and special needs.
In Room 2/3, a large tube-style television was observed to be stored on a purple rolling media cart in the play area on the "3" side of the room. The television was not strapped down or stabilized in any manner, and wires were hanging down from the back, creating a toppling hazard. A second smaller, flatscreen-style television was observed in Room 4. This television was stored on top of a toy shelf and was not anchored, posing another toppling risk.
Corrected by May 1, 2026
- Violation
3270.31(e) · A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.
The files for Staff Person #1 and Staff Person #2 did not include documentation of the full 12 hours of annual child care training.
Corrected by Mar 26, 2026
- Violation
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.
The file for Child #1 contained an initial health assessment dated more than 60 days after the child's first day of attendance at the facility.
Corrected by Mar 26, 2026
- Violation
3270.104(a) · Furniture must be durable, safe, easily cleaned and appropriate for the child's size, age and special needs.
On 4/7/25, child #1, a 10-month old infant was seated in a highchair being fed by staff #1 who was standing directly in front of the child. The child turned, shifting their weight in the chair, causing the highchair to topple to the ground with the child. Upon review of the highchair it was determined that the highchair lacked the four corner stabilizer feet on the base. The highchair lacked a wide base without the stabilizer feet.
Corrected by Apr 7, 2025
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3270.105 · High chairs shall have a wide base and a T-shaped safety strap.
On 4/7/25, child #1, a 10-month old infant was seated in a highchair being fed by staff #1 who was standing directly in front of the child. The child turned, shifting their weight in the chair, causing the highchair to topple to the ground with the child. Upon review of the highchair it was determined that the highchair lacked the four corner stabilizer feet on the base. The highchair lacked a wide base without the stabilizer feet.
Corrected by Apr 7, 2025
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3270.14/3270.21 · A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations.State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.
The file for Staff person #1 completed their Health and safety training part 1 on 2/18/25 and part 2 on 2/19/25 which were past their 90 days of hire (see LIS code sheet).
Corrected by Feb 19, 2025
- Violation
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 until their out of state clearances are obtained. A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #1--- may not work in a child care position at the facility.
The file for staff person #1 was lacking West Virginia out of state clearances and they currently live out of state.
Corrected by Apr 3, 2025
- Violation
3270.102(a) · Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts.
In room 2 there was an electronic soccer goal that had wires sticking out which could be a hazard to children.
Corrected by Mar 19, 2025
- Violation
3270.31(e) · A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.
The file for staff person #1 was lacking the required 12 hours of annual child care training.
Corrected by Apr 3, 2025
- Violation
3270.113(b) · A facility person may not use any form of physical punishment, including spanking a child.
According to staff statements, Staff #1 placed Child #1 roughly into their crib causing the child's mouth to bleed.
Corrected by Mar 12, 2025
- Violation
3270.113(d) · A facility person may not use harsh, demeaning or abusive language in the presence of children.
According to staff statement, Staff #1 uses a harsh tone to speak to the children and makes inappropriate statements to them and in their presence, such as "Oh my God, I can't do this today!" and yelling, "Please stop crying!" out of frustration.
Corrected by Mar 12, 2025
- Violation
3270.182(7) · A child's record shall contain reports of accidents, injuries and illnesses involving a child in care at the facility. The original report shall be given to the parent on the day of the incident. The second copy of the report shall be retained at the facility in an accident file. The third copy of the report shall be retained at the facility in the child's file.
An incident report was not filled out for Child #1 when it was observed their mouth was bleeding.
Corrected by Mar 21, 2025
- Violation
3270.14/3270.21 · A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations.State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.
The facility policy to identify the Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome, Abusive Head Trauma, and Child Maltreatment lacked the Child Maltreatment statement.
Corrected by Apr 5, 2024
- Violation
3270.31(e)(4)(i) · Competence is the completion of training by a professional in the field of first-aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). All staff persons shall renew their certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on or before the expiration of the most current certification.
The file for staff # 3 contained a current Pediatric First Aid and Pediatric CPR training dated 5/3/23. The training was not obtained prior to the expiration of the previous certificate dated 2/10/21.
Corrected by Apr 3, 2024
- Violation
3270.31(f) · Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10.
The files for staff # 1 contained a current Pediatric First Aid and Pediatric CPR certificate that was taken after 90 day of initial employment. Staff person(s) shall complete professional development in the topics of 3270.31(f)(1 -- 10) within 90 days of hire. The certificates for staff # 3 is date 10/4/22.
Corrected by Oct 4, 2023
- Violation
3270.32(a)/3270.192(2)(iii) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services).
The file for staff # 1 contained a current mandated reporter training certificate dated 2/2/24 that was not obtained within 60 months of the previous certificate dated 11/8/17.
Corrected by Feb 2, 2024
- Violation
3270.102(a) · Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts.
There was a cracked blue pencil box in the pre-k room. There were 2 cracked clear bins in the pre-k room. There was a blue plastic bin with cracked handles in the preschool room. There was a cracked plastic red bin in the infant room.
Corrected by Mar 26, 2024
- Violation
3270.124(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 # 1 lacked the health insurance policy number on the emergency contact form.
Corrected by May 26, 2024
- Violation
3270.151(a) · A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem.
The file for staff # 1 contained a current health assessment dated 2/7/24. It was not obtained within 24 months of the previous assessment dated 1/13/22.
Corrected by Feb 7, 2024
- Violation
3270.161(d) · Potentially hazardous food brought from the child's home or provided by the facility shall be refrigerated.
There were 2 lunchboxes out of the refrigerator that contained yogurt.
Corrected by Mar 26, 2024
- Violation
3270.31(e) · A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.
The file for staff # 2 lacked 8 out of 12 required hours of annual child care training, from 12/19/22 to 12/19/23. The file for staff # 3 lacked 1 out of 12 required hours of annual child care training, from 12/19/22 to 12/19/23.
Corrected by Apr 5, 2024
- Violation
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.
The operator did not notify local traffic safety authorities within the past year, of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the child care facility.
Corrected by Apr 1, 2024
- Violation
3270.31(f) · Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10.
The files for staff # 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 lacked the updated health and safety training, by 12/30/22.
Corrected by Apr 18, 2023
- Violation
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 Persons #1 and #4 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. Facility Person #1 and #4 may not work in a child care position at the facility.
The files for staff # 1 and # 4 lacked a current FBI clearance. The last FBI clearance in the files for staff # 1 and # 4 are dated 5/3/16.
Corrected by Apr 12, 2023
- Violation
3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services).
The file for staff # 1 contained a current mandated reporter training certificate dated 2/28/21 that was not obtained within 60 months of the previous certificate dated 10/5/15. The file for staff # 2 contained a current mandated reporter training certificate dated 2/27/21 that was not obtained within 60 months of the previous certificate dated 10/2/15. The file for staff # 3 contained a current mandated reporter training certificate dated 2/26/21 that was not obtained within 60 months of the previous certificate dated 10/3/15. The file for staff # 4 contained a current mandated reporter training certificate dated 2/27/21 that was not obtained within 60 months of the previous certificate dated 10/4/15.
Corrected by Feb 28, 2021
- Violation
3270.123(a)(3)/3270.124(f) · The services to be provided to the family and the child, including the Department's approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided. The operator shall complete and update the form and provide a copy to the family in accordance with the updates regarding emergency contact information in § 3270.124(f) (relating to emergency contact information). The 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.
The files for child #1, 2, 3 and 4 lacked updated child service reports.
Corrected by Apr 10, 2023
- Violation
3270.131(b)(1) · The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddler.
The file for child # 3, a young toddler, contained a current health report dated 2/20/23. That was not updated at least every 6 months. The prior report was dated 2/15/22.
Corrected by Feb 20, 2023
- Violation
3270.131(b)(2) · The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child.
The file for child # 4 lacked an updated health report. The last report was dated 2/18/22.
Corrected by Apr 3, 2023
- Violation
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.
The two most recent Health Assessments, in the files for Staff #1, Staff #3, and Staff #4, exceeded the 24-month renewal requirement.
Corrected by Apr 18, 2023
- Violation
3270.31(f)(10) · Staff persons shall complete professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire.
Staff person #5 had not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see IS Code Sheet): Pediatric First Aid and Pediatric CPR. Certificate is dated 10/4/22.
Corrected by Oct 4, 2022
- Violation
3270.31(e) · A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.
The file for staff #1, lacked 6 out of 12 required hours of annual childcare training, from 12/19/20 to 12/18/21.
Corrected by Apr 14, 2023
- Violation
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services).A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #--- may not work in a child care position at the facility.
The files for Staff #1, #2, #3, #4 and #5 contained consecutive state police and child abuse clearances dated more than 60 months apart.
Corrected by May 3, 2022
- Violation
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.
Emergency telephone numbers were not posted by the telephone in the Main PS/OT Room.
Corrected by May 6, 2022
- Violation
3270.114 · Weather permitting, children shall be taken out doors daily.
According to staff report, infants are not being taken outdoors daily.
Corrected by May 1, 2022
- Violation
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.
The file for Child #1 contained record of immunization history which lacked a current influenza vaccination.
Corrected by May 9, 2022
- Violation
3270.151(a) · A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem.
The file for Staff #3 contained consecutive health assessments dated more than 24 months apart.
Corrected by Apr 22, 2022
- Violation
3270.27(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 observed emergency plan lacked accommodations for infants and toddlers.
Corrected by May 6, 2022
- Violation
3270.27(a)(6) · Emergency drills shall be conducted annually. Annual emergency drills shall be documented and on file at the facility.
Documentation of an emergency drill being held in the past year was not available during the inspection.
Corrected by Jun 10, 2022
- Violation
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) · Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)).The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met.
The proof of purchase for the interconnected fire detection system was not available at the time of the inspection.
Corrected by May 31, 2022
- Violation
3270.27(a)(1) · The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations for shelter of children during an emergency including lock-down, shelter in place at the facility and shelter at locations away from the facility premises.
The observed emergency plan lacked accommodations for shelter of children during lock-down.
Corrected by May 6, 2022
- Violation
3270.31(e)/3270.192(2)(iii) · A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 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 for Staff #5 contained 11 of the 12 required hours of annual child care training between 12/19/20 and 12/19/21.
Corrected by Jun 10, 2022
- Violation
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. In the future, staff persons will be assigned responsibility for supervision of specific children. Staff will remain physically present with the children in her group. One additional staff meeting shall be held within one month of the accepted date of the plan of correction to include a period for discussion of supervision violations and corrections. The agenda and meeting minutes will be provided to DHS the business day following the meeting.
SECOND VIOLATION. Three staff meetings were required by the correction date in the 10/15/21 cited unannounced inspection summary. Two of the three required meetings were held at the time of the correction date, 2/28/22.. **Upon entry to the facility at 7:35 AM on 10/15/21, cert rep observed Staff #1 sitting at the front desk. Upon entry into the PS Room at 7:40 AM, cert rep observed Staff #1 with 9 children -- 7 PS and 2 YSA. When asked whom was in room with these children when Staff #1 was observed at the front desk, Staff #1 stated no one. Staff #1 stated she was just coming in for the day and added Staff #2 had been in the room but left to answer the door for a parent. PREVIOUSLY CITED ON SIN-00194647 ON 10/15/21.
Corrected by Mar 15, 2022
- Violation
3270.25(b) · The operator shall post a copy of each inspection summary issued by the Department in a conspicuous location used by parents. The inspection summary shall remain posted until an agent of the Department verifies that each regulatory noncompliance item cited on the inspection summary has been corrected.
During the implementation visit on 1/5/22, SIN-00192453, which contained violations not yet verified as implemented and/or corrected, was not posted in a conspicuous location used by parents.
Corrected by Jan 6, 2022
- Violation
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.
At 9:08 AM on 1/5/22, Staff #1 was observed walking from the main room to the front door with 10 PS children. She allowed entry of one additional PS child, without parental accompaniment, and walked 11 PS children back to the main room, giving her a total of 11 PS children in her group.
Corrected by Jan 5, 2022
- Violation
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).
Upon assessment of supervision and ratio on 1/5/22 at 9 AM in the toddler area of the main room, 5 OT and 3 YT were observed with one staff member. In the PS section of the main room, 10 PS were observed with another staff.
Corrected by Jan 5, 2022
- Violation
3270.32(c) · The operator may not allow an individual to enter the facility if the operator knows that the individual has been convicted or is awaiting trial on charges involving a crime of child abuse, child neglect, physical violence or moral corruptness.
Staff #1, whose file contained RAP sheets with a felony and multiple misdemeanor convictions, was observed in a child care position at the facility.
Corrected by Nov 12, 2021
- Violation
20.71(b)(1)/20.71(b)(2) · A staff person who has been convicted of a felony/felonies may not work in the facility. A staff person who has been convicted of a crime/crimes of child abuse, child neglect, moral turpitude or physical violence may not work in the facility.
Clearances and RAP sheets provided for Staff #1 were observed to contain a felony and multiple misdemeanor convictions.
Corrected by Nov 12, 2021
- Violation
3270.25(b) · The operator shall post a copy of each inspection summary issued by the Department in a conspicuous location used by parents. The inspection summary shall remain posted until an agent of the Department verifies that each regulatory noncompliance item cited on the inspection summary has been corrected.
During an implementation visit on 12/2/21, two open Inspection Summaries, which had not yet been verified as corrected and implemented, SIN-00194647 and SIN-00192453, were not posted in a conspicuous location used by parents.
Corrected by Dec 15, 2021
- Violation
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services).A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #4--- may not work in a child care position at the facility.
The file for Staff #4, whom was observed with children, lacked a disclosure statement, state police clearance or receipt for state police clearance. The file contained receipts for FBI and child abuse clearances, yet lacked complete FBI and child abuse clearances.
Corrected by Oct 15, 2021
- Violation
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).
*Upon entry to the facility at 7:35 AM on 10/15/21, cert rep was granted entry by Staff #2, whom was observed through the door walking through the hallway. Staff #2 then followed cert rep into the Infant/YT room for assessment of supervision and ratio. Cert rep observed 4 OT sitting at the table on the YT side and Staff #3 with 1 INF and 1 YT on the Infant side. When asked who was responsible for the 4 OT children, Staff #2 reported those were her children. While Staff #2 was in the hallway, Staff #3 was alone with 1 INF, 1 YT and 4 OT. At 8:15 AM, cert rep observed Staff #1 take10 children - 8 PS, 2 YSA on a walk from the PS Room to the entry door to allow entry to 1 PS child. Staff #1 then walked from entry door to PS room with 11 children - 9 PS and 2 YSA - to give Staff #2 1 PS child for her group, which then consisted of 5 OT. At 8:20 AM, another OT child entered facility and was placed in Staff #2's group, for total of 7 children -- 1 PS, 6 OT.
Corrected by Oct 15, 2021
- Violation
3270.52 · The required staff:child ratios must be maintained at all times. The legal entity must submit documentation in a format approved by DHS proving that the facility is maintaining the required staff:child ratios at all times. The legal entity will confirm continuing compliance by sending copies of daily documentation to the Western Region Office on a weekly basis for a period of three months after DHS approves the documentation format.
**Upon entry to the facility at 7:35 AM on 10/15/21, cert rep was granted entry by Staff #2, whom was observed through the door walking through the hallway. Staff #2 then followed cert rep into the Infant/YT room for assessment of supervision and ratio. Cert rep observed 4 OT sitting at the table on the YT side and Staff #3 with 1 INF and 1 YT on the Infant side. When asked who was responsible for the 4 OT children, Staff #2 reported those were her children. While Staff #2 was in the hallway, Staff #3 was alone with 1 INF, 1 YT and 4 OT. At 8:15 AM, cert rep observed Staff #1 take10 children - 8 PS, 2 YSA on a walk from the PS Room to the entry door to allow entry to 1 PS child. Staff #1 then walked from entry door to PS room with 11 children - 9 PS and 2 YSA - to give Staff #2 1 PS child for her group, which then consisted of 5 OT. At 8:20 AM, another OT child entered facility and was placed in Staff #2's group, for total of 7 children -- 1 PS, 6 OT.
Corrected by Feb 28, 2022
- Violation
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. The legal entity shall conduct monthly staff meetings for a period of 3 months with a written agenda containing discussion of the current and previous supervision violations. The agenda and meeting minutes shall be provided to the regional DHS office the next business day following the meeting.
**Upon entry to the facility at 7:35 AM on 10/15/21, cert rep observed Staff #1 sitting at the front desk. Upon entry into the PS Room at 7:40 AM, cert rep observed Staff #1 with 9 children -- 7 PS and 2 YSA. When asked whom was in room with these children when Staff #1 was observed at the front desk, Staff #1 stated no one. Staff #1 stated she was just coming in for the day and added Staff #2 had been in the room but left to answer the door for a parent.
Corrected by Feb 28, 2022
- Violation
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.
Upon entry to the facility at 7:35 AM on 10/15/21, cert rep observed Staff #1 sitting at the front desk. Upon entry into the PS Room at 7:40 AM, cert rep observed Staff #1 with 9 children -- 7 PS and 2 YSA. When asked whom was in room with these children when Staff #1 was observed at the front desk, Staff #1 stated no one. Staff #1 stated she was just coming in for the day and added Staff #2 had been in the room but left to answer the door for a parent.
Corrected by Oct 15, 2021
- Violation
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.
The file for Staff #4, whom was observed with children, lacked an initial health assessment.
Corrected by Nov 5, 2021
- Violation
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.
The file for Staff #4, whom was observed with children, lacked an initial tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method.
Corrected by Nov 5, 2021
- Violation
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 file for Staff #4 lacked two written, nonfamily references.
Corrected by Oct 18, 2021
- Violation
3270.113(a) · Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises.
*.Upon entry to the facility at 7:35 AM on 10/15/21, cert rep observed Staff #1 sitting at the front desk. Upon entry into the PS Room at 7:40 AM, cert rep observed Staff #1 with 9 children -- 7 PS and 2 YSA. When asked whom was in room with these children when Staff #1 was observed at the front desk, Staff #1 stated no one. Staff #1 stated she was just coming in for the day and added Staff #2 had been in the room but left to answer the door for a parent.
Corrected by Oct 15, 2021
- Violation
3270.113(a) · Children must be supervised at all times. The legal entity must arrange for all facility staff to receive a minimum of two hours of training regarding supervision of children. The legal entity must receive DHS approval of the training content prior to scheduling the training.
**.Upon entry to the facility at 7:35 AM on 10/15/21, cert rep observed Staff #1 sitting at the front desk. Upon entry into the PS Room at 7:40 AM, cert rep observed Staff #1 with 9 children -- 7 PS and 2 YSA. When asked whom was in room with these children when Staff #1 was observed at the front desk, Staff #1 stated no one. Staff #1 stated she was just coming in for the day and added Staff #2 had been in the room but left to answer the door for a parent.
Corrected by Jan 15, 2022
Questions to ask on your tour
Generated from this facility's specific inspection record
- 1The Mar 26, 2026 inspection noted: “Two microwaves were observed to be dirty and in poor repair in the facility. These microwaves are used by staff to heat meals that children bring in from home.…” — what has changed since then?
- 2The Apr 22, 2025 inspection noted: “On 4/7/25, child #1, a 10-month old infant was seated in a highchair being fed by staff #1 who was standing directly in front of the child. The child turned, sh…” — what has changed since then?
- 3The Mar 19, 2025 inspection noted: “The file for Staff person #1 completed their Health and safety training part 1 on 2/18/25 and part 2 on 2/19/25 which were past their 90 days of hire (see LIS c…” — what has changed since then?
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