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3270.61(h) · The capacity established for an indoor space may not be exceeded except in situations described in § 3270.61(h)(1-3)

At approximately 9:00 AM, 17 children were observed receiving care in the School Age Classroom space that has a designated maximum capacity of 12.

Corrected by Jun 8, 2026

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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 Pre K Classroom there was a child sized chair that had ripped padding leaving the wooden frame below exposed creating a rough edge for the children in care.

Corrected by Mar 12, 2026

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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.

Two tubes of diaper cream labeled, "Keep out of reach of children," were out on the changing table accessible to the children.

Corrected by Feb 6, 2026

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3270.133(3) · The label of a medication container shall identify the name of the medication and the name of the child for whom the medication is intended. Medication shall be administered to only the child whose name appears on the container.

The facility had a bottle of Acetaminophen in the locked medicine cabinet that did not identify the name of the child for whom the medication was intended.

Corrected by Jan 5, 2026

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3270.133(6) · A parent shall provide written consent for administration of medication or a special diet.

Observed a bottle of acetaminophen labeled for Child #1 that lacked written parental consent for administration.

Corrected by Jan 7, 2026

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3270.113(c) · A facility person may not single out the child for ridicule, threaten harm to the child or the child's family and may not specifically aim to degrade the child or the child's family.

According to staff statements, Staff #1 crumpled up Child #1's artwork in the presence of the other children as a consequence for Child #1 ripping up another child's work.

Corrected by Dec 18, 2025

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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 State Police Clearance in the file for Staff #1 contained a rap sheet that did not include the disposition. The disposition was able to be obtained during the inspection.

Corrected by Nov 25, 2025

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3270.65 · Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.

The surge protector next to the interactive white board in the K Prep Room was missing a protective outlet cover. This outlet was accessible to children 5 years of age and younger.

Corrected by Nov 25, 2025

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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 2's Room the diaper changing table was unlocked allowing the 11 sunscreens and 9 diaper creams being stored in the table and labeled, 'Keep out of reach of children," accessible to the children in care. In the School Age Classroom, a storage cabinet was observed to be unlocked, allowing 12 sunscreens labeled, "Keep out of reach of children," to be accessible to the children in care.

Corrected by Nov 25, 2025

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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.

Magnetic, plastic letters were observed to be less than 1 inch in diameter and accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths in the K Prep Classroom.

Corrected by Nov 25, 2025

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3270.107 · A facility shall have an operable, clean refrigerator used to store potentially hazardous foods. The refrigerator shall be capable of maintaining food at 45° F or below. An operating thermometer shall be placed in the refrigerator.

The refrigerator located in the Infant Classroom lacked a thermometer.

Corrected by Nov 25, 2025

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

SECOND CITATION: Observed peeling paint in the Toddler Classroom by the rest equipment, Two's Room by the rest equipment in the corner, and in the KPrep Room along the corner on the orange wall. Previously cited 9/5/25.

Corrected by Oct 1, 2025

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

The child sized table in the Two's Classroom was not level as one of the legs was shorter than the rest and created a toppling hazard.

Corrected by Oct 1, 2025

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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.

SECOND CITATION: The file for Staff #1, contained one written, nonfamily reference and one written, family reference from individuals attesting to the suitability to serve as a facility person. Previously cited 9/5/25.

Corrected by Oct 9, 2025

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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 #1 may not work in a childcare position at the facility.

The file for Staff person #1 who has lived in Ohio within the last 5 years did not have Ohio State Clearances.

Corrected by Sep 15, 2025

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

Observed peeling paint in the Toddler Classroom by the rest equipment, Two's Room by the rest equipment in the corner, and in the KPrep Room along the corner on the orange wall.

Corrected by Sep 23, 2025

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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 #2 lacked a Health Assessment.

Corrected by Sep 10, 2025

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3270.151(c)(2) · 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.

The file for Staff #2 lacked documentation of TB screening by the Mantoux method.

Corrected by Sep 10, 2025

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3270.172(a) · 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.

The Emergency Contact Form for Child #1 lacked written parental consent for transportation by the facility. Child #1 is transported by the facility.

Corrected by Sep 23, 2025

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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 #1, contained one written, nonfamily reference and one written, family reference from individuals attesting to the suitability to serve as a facility person.

Corrected by Sep 5, 2025

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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).

At approximately 9:00 AM in the Infant Classroom, Staff #1 was asked to name their primary assigned group of children. Staff #1 stated that they were not currently responsible for any children. Staff #2 named three infants. Staff #3 named four infants. Cert Rep observed 12 children in the childcare space. At this time Staff #4 came back into the childcare space and told Staff #1 that they were responsible for their assigned group of children while they were using the restroom. Staff #1 was asked again if they were responsible for any children. At that time Staff #1 stated they were responsible for the remaining 5 children including two young toddlers and three infants.

Corrected by Aug 15, 2025

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3270.106(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.

A crib, in use by an infant, lacked 2 feet of space on three sides. The crib was up against a wall on one side and had three cribs that were less than 2 feet away on the other three sides.

Corrected by Aug 15, 2025

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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.

At approximately 9:00 AM in the Infant Classroom, Staff #1 was asked to name their primary assigned group of children. Staff #1 stated that they were not currently responsible for any children. Staff #2 named three infants. Staff #3 named four infants. Cert Rep observed 12 children in the childcare space. At this time Staff #4 came back into the childcare space and told Staff #1 that they were responsible for their assigned group of children while they were using the restroom. Staff #1 was asked again if they were responsible for any children. At that time Staff #1 stated they were responsible for the remaining 5 children including two young toddlers and three infants.

Corrected by Aug 15, 2025

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3270.27(a)(6) · Emergency drills shall be conducted annually. Annual emergency drills shall be documented and on file at the facility.

The last documented emergency drill was held 7/2/2024 which was not conducted in the previous 12 months.

Corrected by Sep 12, 2025

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3270.76 · Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards.

An approximate two-foot section of the baseboard on the wall when you enter the children's restroom was removed leaving dry wall and wood exposed.

Corrected by Aug 26, 2025

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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 file for staff person #1 did not contain documentation of submission of an FBI clearance prior to their start date with children but contained a completed FBI clearance dated 6/12/2025, after their start date with children (see LIS code sheet). The file of staff #2 contained a child abuse clearance dated 5/15/2025, an FBI clearance dated 4/21/2025 without documentation of submission and an NSOR verification certificate dated 4/21/2025, all after their start date with children (see LIS code sheet). The NSOR verification certificate for staff #4 was dated 3/30/2025, after their start date with children (see LIS code sheet). The disclosure statement of staff #6 did not contain a witness signature making it incomplete.

Corrected by Aug 15, 2025

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3270.106(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.

In the infant classroom, an infant was observed to be sleeping in a crib which was against 2 other cribs (one parallel on the left and one perpendicular at the top), and did not contain at least 2 feet of space on at least 3 sides,

Corrected by Aug 15, 2025

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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 of staff #2 contained a health assessment which was dated 4/17/2025, after their start date with children (see LIS code sheet). The file of staff #3 contained an initial health assessment dated 6/16/2023, more than 12 months prior to their start date at the facility (see LIS code sheet).

Corrected by Aug 15, 2025

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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 tuberculosis screening of staff #1 was dated 6/19/2025 and staff #2 was dated 4/21/2025, both after their start date with children (see LIS code sheet).

Corrected by Aug 15, 2025

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3270.151(c)(3)/3270.192(3) · An adult health assessment must include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination. 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 health assessment on file for staff #1 did not state they were free from communicable disease.

Corrected by Aug 15, 2025

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3270.151(c)(4)/3270.192(3) · An adult health assessment must include information on medical problems that might threaten the health of the children or prohibit a staff person from providing adequate care to children. 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 health assessment on file for staff #1 did not state they are suitable to provide child care.

Corrected by Aug 15, 2025

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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 of staff #1 and #6 did not contain 2 written nonfamily references.

Corrected by Aug 15, 2025

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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.

Documentation of the last manual test of the fire detection system was dated 5/23/2025. Based on a conversation with staff #7, the fire detection system was manually tested on 6/24/25 but not documented. Based on that conversation, the testing of the system on 5/23/2025 and 6/24/2025 exceeded 30 days.

Corrected by Aug 15, 2025

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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 #1 and #2 may not work in a childcare position at the facility.

The files for Staff #1 and #2, both observed caring for children, lacked proof of FBI fingerprinting or complete FBI clearance and therefore were incorrectly provisionally hired.

Corrected by Jun 10, 2025

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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 #1 did not contain verification of childcare experience, education, and training prior to service at the facility.

Corrected by Jun 10, 2025

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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 #1, lacked two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the suitability to serve as a facility person.

Corrected by Jun 10, 2025

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

Staff #1 was attempting to move a child from behind a shelf, staff had the child by the left hand and wrist and pulled to move her, the child had been holding to the other side of the cabinet causing an injury to the child.

Corrected by Aug 8, 2025

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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.

An open box of latex gloves was observed in an unlocked cabinet under the changing table in the Two's Room, which could cause suffocation.

Corrected by May 29, 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 #2 did not contain the Pa. Health and Safety update 2022 which was required to be completed by 12.30.22, as per Announcement C-22-06.

Corrected by Jun 23, 2025

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3270.27(c) · The operator shall assure that each facility person receives training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment, on an annual basis and at the time of each plan update. The operator shall document the date of each training and the names of all facility persons who received the training and kept on file at the facility.

The two most recent emergency plan trainings on file for Staff #2 are dated 3/14/23 and 5/22/24, more than 12 months apart.

Corrected by May 29, 2025

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

The file for Staff #1 lacked an NSOR certificate and documentation of application of a PA Criminal History clearance prior to date of hire (SEE IS CODE SHEET) required for provisional hiring under the CPSL. Staff #1's NSOR certificate is dated 4/8/25 and the PA Criminal History clearance request and clearance are dated 5/14/25.

Corrected by May 29, 2025

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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 file for Staff #1 lacked a disclosure statement.

Corrected by May 29, 2025

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3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(iii) · 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 following the outset of service at the facility.

Staff #1, classified as an Assistant Group Supervisor, lacked documentation of education and child care experience.

Corrected by May 29, 2025

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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.

Two tubes of Triple Paste, 15 tubes of diaper creams, 2 anti-fungal creams, and approximately 20 cans of sunscreen were observed in an unlocked cabinet under the changing table in the Two's Room and were accessible to children.

Corrected by May 29, 2025

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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.

Based on interviews and video footage taken at the facility at approximately 4:25 PM on 5/23/25, Staff #3 and Staff #5 were observed exiting the Toddler playground and entering the facility with 8 children: leaving Child #1 alone on the Toddler playground. Child #1 was alone for approximately 30 seconds. Staff #4 exited the Preschool/School Age playground and entered the Toddler playground at 4:26 PM to retrieve Child #1. Staff #4 and Child #1 went into the Preschool/School Age playground. At 4:26:52 PM, Staff #3 exited the facility looking for Child #1 and entered the Preschool/School Age playground. Staff #3 immediately took Child #1 into the facility.

Corrected by May 29, 2025

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3270.113(a)(2) · The requirement for supervision on and off the facility premises includes compliance with the staff:child ratio requirements in §§ 3270.51--3270.55.

Based on interviews and video footage taken at the facility at approximately 4:25 PM on 5/23/25, Child #1 was alone on the Toddler playground without a staff member present in the measured space. When the incident occurred, Staff #4 and Staff #6 were in the Preschool/School Age playground, which is attached to the Toddler playground, but is separated by a fence.

Corrected by May 29, 2025

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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 #1 was observed caring for children on 5/28/25 without having an initial health assessment and tuberculosis test on file. The two most recent health assessments on file for Staff #2 are dated 3/14/22 and 5/23/24, more than 24 months apart.

Corrected by May 29, 2025

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3270.19(b) · A facility person who has reasonable cause to suspect that a child is a victim of child abuse shall immediately make a report of suspected child abuse to ChildLine through the hotline at (800) 932-0313, online, or any other method as prescribed by the Department.

Based on a conversation with Staff #2 on 5/28/25, Staff #2 reviewed the video footage of the incident on 5/23/25 at 6:50 AM after being contacted by Child #1's parents via email sent after business hours on 5/22/25. Staff #2 reviewed the video footage regarding the incident that occurred on 5/22/25 at 12:44 PM involving Staff #1 and Child #1. Staff #2 failed to immediately make a report of reasonable cause or suspected child abuse to ChildLine through the hotline, online, or any other method prescribed by the Department.

Corrected by May 29, 2025

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

At approximately 12:44 PM on 5/22/25, video footage taken at the facility shows Staff #1 sitting on the floor next to Child #1 and patting their back during nap. Child #1 picked up their head and Staff #1 forcefully slammed Child #1's head into Child #1's cot. Child #1 kept their head down while Staff #1 continued patting Child #1's back.

Corrected by May 23, 2025

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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 inspection on 5/14/25, the facility did not post the letter and the attached licensing inspection summaries mailed on April 30, 2025.

Corrected by May 14, 2025

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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 #2 may not work in a childcare position at the facility.

The file for Staff #2 lacked a NSOR Certificate. (See LIS Code Sheet). Staff #2 had been observed working alone in video footage on 4/25/25.

Corrected by May 23, 2025

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3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii) · 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 verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.

2ND CITATION: Staff Person #1 was observed acting as an AGS in the Preschool Classroom. The file for Staff Person #1 lacked verification of childcare experience and contained a foreign degree that was not evaluated and therefore it could not be determined if Staff #1 qualifies as an AGS. Previously cited 2/25/25.

Corrected by Jul 1, 2025

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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 #2 lacked a Health Assessment.

Corrected by May 23, 2025

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3270.151(c)(2) · 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.

The file for Staff #2 contained a tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at the time of inspection, but it was observed they did not have a tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method before their first day working in childcare.

Corrected by May 23, 2025

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3270.192(2)(iv) · 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.

2ND CITATION: The file for Staff #1 contained transcripts in a foreign language and their credentials could not be determined. (See LIS Code Sheet) Previously cited 2/25/25.

Corrected by Jul 1, 2025

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