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401 Locust St, Columbia PA 17512 · License #CER-00254301 · Center · Child Care Center
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3270.31(e)(4)(ii) · Staff persons shall participate, at least annually, in fire safety training conducted by a fire protection professional. Staff persons and volunteers shall receive training in maintenance of smoke detectors, the duties of facility persons during a fire drill and during a fire and the use of the facility's fire extinguishers, not including discharge of the fire suppressant agent.
Documentation showing that fire safety training was completed within 12 months of previous completion was not available for Staff #1, as evidenced by the most recent completion date of 1/8/25. Documentation showing that fire safety training was completed within 12 months of previous completion was not available for Staff #2, as evidenced by the most recent completion date of 1/26/25. Documentation showing that fire safety training was completed within 12 months of previous completion was not available for Staff #3, as evidenced by the most recent completion date of 1/29/25. Documentation showing that fire safety training was completed within 12 months of previous completion was not available for Staff #4, as evidenced by the most recent completion date of 2/5/26 and a previous date of 1/9/25. Documentation showing that fire safety training was completed within 12 months of previous completion was not available for Staff #5, as evidenced by the most recent completion date of 1/16/25.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 30, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.66(a) · Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children.
In the Buds classroom, a package of diaper wipes labeled "Keep out of reach of children" was observed on a bench in the bathroom, accessible to children. Corrected on site by moving the wipes out of reach of children.
Corrected by Feb 27, 2026
Disposition: Compliant - Finalized
Disposition: Compliant - Finalized
Generated from this facility's specific inspection record
Data synced from Pennsylvania DHS, Office of Child Development and Early Learning on Jul 8, 2026 · Source records · Report an error
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(e) · A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.
Documentation showed that Staff #2 obtained 8 hours of professional development training during the period of June 2024/June 2025. Corrected with the first 4 hours of training completed in the 2025/26 period. Documentation showed that Staff #3 obtained 9 hours of professional development training during the period of November 2024/November 2025. Corrected with the first 3 hours obtained in the 2025-26 period.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 30, 2026
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).
Staff #1 had not completed mandated reporter training within the 60-month requirement. Documentation shows that the current mandated reporter training was completed on 12/10/24 and the previous training was completed on 10/31/19, exceeding the 60-month requirement.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 10, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(7) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
At the time of the inspection, addresses for designated release individuals were not available for Child #1, Child #2, and Child #3. CORRECTED ON SITE for child #1 and child #3.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 28, 2025
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.
At the time of the inspection, emergency contact forms located in the child care spaces did not contain addresses of emergency release persons. a proprietary emergency form was being used that did not contain a field for this information.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 6, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(c) · A health report must be written and signed by a physician, physician's assistant or a CRNP. The signature must include the individual's professional title.
At the time of the inspection, a signature from a physician, physician's assistant or a CRNP was not available on the health assessment for Child #4.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 5, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.171(a) · An operator shall notify local traffic safety authorities annually in writing of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the child care facility.
At the time of the paperwork review, documentation that the annual letter to the local traffic authorities was sent in 2024 was not available. The letter was sent 2/17/25, but not prior to that date.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 17, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.20(a)(1) · The operator shall immediately notify a child's parent and shall telephone notice to the appropriate regional office within 24 hours if a child in care at the facility is hospitalized or receives emergency room treatment.
The operator did not contact the central regional office within 24 hours of a child in care at the facility receiving emergency room treatment. The incident occurred on 07/26/2024 and the Central Regional office was not notified until 07/29/2024.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 29, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.20(b) · The operator shall mail or deliver a written report to the appropriate regional office within 72 hours after hospitalization of a child in care, emergency room treatment of a child in care, death of a child in care, a facility fire requiring the services of a fire department.
The operator did not mail or deliver a written report to the Central Regional office within 72 hours after emergency room treatment of a child in care. The incident occurred on 07/26/2024 and a copy of the incident report was not emailed to the Central Regional office until 07/29/2024.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 29, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(iv) · A staff person or a substitute staff person shall meet one of the applicable staff qualifications for the position in which the person is performing. A facility person's record shall include acceptable verification of experience, education or training is a transcript or a diploma or a letter signed by a representative of the experiential, educational or training entity.
Observed staff person #1 caring for children in the young toddler (Sprouts) classroom as an AGS. The file for staff person #1 included a foreign degree which was not evaluated for equivalency.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 15, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.37(c) · An aide or a combination of aides shall be supervised at all times by a staff person qualified at minimum as an assistant group supervisor.
Observed staff person #1 caring for a group of 4 young toddlers in the Sprout classroom unsupervised by a staff person qualified at a minimum as an assistant group supervisor.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 8, 2024
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.192(2)(ii) · A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.
The file for staff person #2 did not include documentation of a High School Diploma prior to service at the facility (see LIS code sheet); the file included a Child Development Certificate in lieu of a High School Diploma.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 29, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.95(b) · The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met.
The director or designated staff person did not ensure a manual test of the fire detection system is completed at least once every 30 days. The fire detection system is used at least every 60 days during fire drills and an annual inspection report dated 02/20/2024 was on file in lieu of testing every 30 days.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 29, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.113(d) · A facility person may not use harsh, demeaning or abusive language in the presence of children.
Per the direct statements of Staff Person #2, it was directly witnessed that Staff Person #1 did use multiple and frequent verbal gestures/tones toward children that would be characterized as harsh and/or demeaning. Further, Staff Person #3 indicated that as part of their facility investigation, it was found that Staff Person #1 did act in a manner that was inappropriate with children and was terminated on 4.26.24.
Corrected Corrected by May 8, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
Emergency Plan parent letter on file did not provide for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 30, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(f)(10) · Staff persons shall complete professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire.
Staff person #12 completed Pediatric CPR/First Aid on 1/8/24, which is greater than 90 days from hire. Pediatric CPR/First Aid is now on file for staff #12.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 27, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.94(a)(1) · 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.
Fire drills were conducted greater than 60 days apart on the following occasions: 2/16/23 and again on 8/1/23. 8/1/23 and again on 12/22/23
Corrected Corrected by Mar 27, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.27(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.
Emergency plan on file was not sent to the local municipality.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 30, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. 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.
Emergency Plan on file did not address continuity of operations in the event that an emergency had occurred.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 30, 2024
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.27(a)(3) · 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 Emergency Plan parent letter was missing a method for facility persons to contact parents when an emergency situation arises.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 30, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.27(a)(4) · 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.
The Emergency Plan parent letter was missing 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.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 30, 2024
Category: physical safety. 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.
Staff person #10 had CPR dated 3/24/21 and updated on 10/10/23, which is greater than 24 months.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 27, 2024
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(f)/3270.31(h) · Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10. All staff persons shall complete the professional development under subsection (f).
Staff person #2 completed health and safety training on 11/24/23, which is greater than 90 days from employment. Health and Safety training is now complete and on file.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 27, 2024
Category: health medication. 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 # 13 and #15 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 #13 and #15 may not work in a child care position at the facility.
Staff #1 had a state police clearance dated 2/12/24, which was not complete within 45 days of initial employment. State Police Clearance for staff #1 is now on file. Staff #6 had a state police clearance dated 2/12/14, which was not complete within 45 days of initial employment. State Police clearance for staff #6 is now on file. State Police Clearance for staff #12 was dated 2/12/24, which was not complete within 45 days of initial employment. State Police clearance for staff #12 is now on file. Staff #13 was observed to need Maryland clearances. Maryland Clearances were not on file. Staff #13 may not work in a child care position until out of state clearances are obtained. State Police clearance for staff #14 was dated 2/12/24, which was not complete within 45 days of initial employment. State Police clearance for staff #14 is now on file. Staff #15 did not have a complete state police clearance on file. Staff #15 had a receipt of application for the state police clearance on file but was missing the clearance. Corrected on site by obtaining the clearance. Staff #15 was missing an NSOR clearance on file. Staff #15 may not work in a child care position until the clearance is obtained and on file.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 25, 2024
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.133(7) · An operator is responsible to establish and maintain a medication log if prescription or nonprescription medication is administered.
Medication log for child #1 and child #2 was missing the dates for administration.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 23, 2024
Category: ratio. 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.
Staff #4 had a health assessment dated 6/16/21 and updated on 12/15/23, which is greater than 24 months. Staff #5 had a health assessment dated 2/26/24 and did not have a previous health assessment on file.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 27, 2024
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.192(2)(ii) · A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.
File for staff #3, #5, #6, #7, #8, #9, #12, #14, #16, and #17 was missing verification of previous experience.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 30, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. 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.
File for staff # 5 was missing 2 written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. File for staff #11 was missing 1 written, nonfamily reference from an individual attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. File for staff #12 was missing 2 written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. File for staff #14 was missing 2 written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 27, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.113(b) · A facility person may not use any form of physical punishment, including spanking a child.
On 7/18/23, staff person #1 struck child #1 on the hand as a form of discipline.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 18, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. 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.
Staff person #1 did not have approved pediatric CPR/First Aide on file. CPR/First aide on file was not an approved, pediatric curriculum.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 8, 2023
Category: ratio. 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.
Fire drill was completed on 2/16/23 and was not completed again since that date.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 1, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.31(f) · 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. Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10.
Staff #1 and 2 did not obtain Pediatric CPR/First Aide within 90 days of employment. Both staff obtained training on 8/24/22
Corrected Corrected by Mar 1, 2023
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.