3270.114 · Weather permitting, children shall be taken out doors daily.

During the course of the unannounced complaint investigation the inspector spoke with the staff at the facility and was informed that the children were not being taken out daily weather permitting.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 7, 2025

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

3270.62(a) · A facility shall provide outdoor or indoor play space to be used for large muscle activity which includes running, jumping, climbing and riding.

During the course of the unannounced complaint investigation the inspector spoke with the staff at the facility and was informed that the children were not utilizing the indoor play area for large muscle activity as the school aged children were being housed int this space since school ended.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 7, 2025

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

3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). 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. If staff are going to be hired under the 45-day provisional hire basis, the following conditions must be met; facility received the results of the applicant's PA Child Abuse History Clearance, NSOR Clearance (effective 2/1/25), completed out-of-state clearances (if applicable effective 2/1/25), a signed disclosure statement, prior to employment and have received the result of the applicant's Pennsylvania State Police OR the FBI finger-print results prior to employment. Proof of submission must be on file for either the FBI or PA State Police Clearance. The employer, administrator, supervisor or other person responsible for employment decisions has no knowledge of information pertaining to the applicant which would disqualify him from employment based on CPSL.

During the course of the annual inspection the inspector found that staff #8 did not update their clearances every 60 months as evidenced by a previous Pa Child Abuse previously dated 2/03/20 and a current one dated 2/7/25, a previous FBI dated 2/2/20 and a current one dated 2/7/25. Staff #9 did not update their clearances every 60 months as evidenced by a previous Pa State Police Clearance previously dated 9/19/19 and a current one dated 2/13/25. Staff #7 was hired without having a PA Child Abuse on file and proof of having applied for the PA State Police prior to hire.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 14, 2025

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.82(h) · A facility person and an able child shall wash his hands after toileting and before eating. A sign on which this requirement is written shall be posted at each toilet, training chair, diapering area and sink in the facility.

During the course of the annual inspection the inspector observed that a handwashing sign was missing from the lunchroom/multipurpose room bathroom.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 13, 2025

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

3270.102(c) · Outdoor equipment that requires embedded mounting must be mounted over a loose-fill or unitary playground protective surface covering that meets the recommendations of the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission. The equipment must be anchored firmly and be in good repair.

During the course of the annual inspection the inspector observed that outdoor play area's unitary playground protective surface covering is in disrepair creating tripping hazards for children while at play.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 16, 2025

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

3270.106(a) · Individual, clean, age-appropriate rest equipment shall be provided for preschool, toddler and infant children as agreed between the child's parent and the operator. The rest equipment shall be labeled for the use of a specific child and used only by the specified child.

During the course of the annual inspection the inspector observed unlabeled mats in the young toddler room with children sleeping on them.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 16, 2025

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

3270.106(b) · Bed linens may not be used alone as age-appropriate rest equipment.

During the course of the annual inspection the inspector observed children asleep in the "waddler" room on blankets.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 16, 2025

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

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.

During the course of the annual inspection the inspector observed an infant asleep in a crib that was directly in between two other cribs.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 16, 2025

Category: physical safety. 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.

During the course of the annual inspection the inspector observed that staff #1, #2, #3, #4, #5, #6, all to have been employed over one year and did not have the required annual minimum of 12 clock hours of childcare training.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 14, 2025

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

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.

A renewal inspection occurred at the facility. A review of staff files was conducted. The following staff did not review the emergency plan annually as required by regulation: Staff #3, #4, #5, #6, #7, #8, #9, #10, #11 and #12. These staff reviewed the emergency plan on 10/10/22 and they did not review the emergency plan again until 12/26/23. Staff #5 previously reviewed the emergency plan on 10/10/22 and did not review the plan again until 1/29/24.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 5, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.31(e)(4)(ii) · Staff persons shall participate, at least annually, in firesafety 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.

A renewal inspection occurred at the facility. A review of staff files was conducted. The following staff did not participate in fire safety training on an annual basis: Staff #1, and #2. Staff #1 previously took the training on 5/4/22 and updated it on 6/21/23. Staff #2 previously took the training on 5/19/22 and updated it on 6/20/23.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 5, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to Child Protective Services).

A renewal inspection occurred at the facility. A review of staff files was conducted. Staff # 6 has not completed mandated reporter training within the last 60 months. This is evidenced by the previously documented mandated reporter training on file being dated 12/12/18. Staff #6 updated this training on 2/5/24.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 5, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.34(a)(6) · A director is responsible for written evaluation of staff persons on a regular basis, a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months.

A renewal inspection occurred at the facility. A review of staff files was conducted. See the code sheet for the date of hire of staff. The following staff did not have an evaluation completed on an annual basis: Staff #3, #4, #7 and #10. Staff #3 had an evaluation completed on 11/14/22 and not again until 12/19/23. Staff #4 had an evaluation completed on 11/4/23 and not again until 12/11/23. Staff #7 had an evaluation completed on 12/2/22 and not again until 1/11/24. Staff #10 did not have an evaluation completed until 1/12/24.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 5, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.76/3270.102(a) · 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. 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.

A renewal inspection occurred at the facility. A physical site review was conducted. In the lunchroom, in the rear right corner, exposed insulation was found accessible to children. In the facility's stairwell, the stair treads were coming undone from the steps. In the outdoor play area, a climb on fire truck was found to have peeling paint on the wooden platform. Also in the outdoor play area, water tables were found that contained exposed insulation and rusty nails. These areas were addressed with the director at the inspection.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 5, 2024

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

3270.124(f)/3270.181(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.

A renewal inspection occurred at the facility. A review of children's files was conducted. The following children's emergency contacts were not updated at least every 6-months: Child #1, #4 and #6. Child #1 had an emergency contact dated for 6/10/23 and was not updated until 1/22/24. Child #4 had an emergency contact dated for 5/3/23 and was not updated until 1/23/24. Child #6 had an and emergency contact dated for 4/17/23 and not updated until 1/23/24. The following child's agreement form was not updated every 6-month period: Child #6. Child #6 had an agreement for 4/18/23 and it was not updated until 12/4/23.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 5, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.131(b)(1)/3270.182(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 shall contain initial and subsequent health reports.

A renewal inspection occurred at the facility. A review of children's files was conducted. See the code sheet for the child's date of birth. Child #6 is an infant, and the parent did not provide an updated health report at least every 6 months. The last health report for Child #6 was dated 2/2/23.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 19, 2024

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

3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1) · The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child. A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports.

A renewal inspection occurred at the facility. A review of children's files was conducted. See the code sheet for the child's date of birth. Child #2 is a preschool-age child, and the parent did not provide an updated health report at least every 12 months. A health report was in the file dated for 12/23/31 and another report was not received until 5/5/23.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 5, 2024

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

3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) · Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. §  1016(c)). The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met.

A renewal inspection occurred at the facility. A review of the facility's fire system testing log was completed. Regulation requires the fire safety system to be tested at least every 30 days. The following drills did not occur at least every 30 days: 9/22/23 - 10/27/23.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 5, 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.

An unannounced inspection occurred at the facility. A review of staff files was conducted. See the code sheet for the date of hire for Staff # 1 and Staff # 2. The files of Staff # 1 and Staff # 2 did not contain two written letters of reference.

Corrected Corrected by Aug 29, 2023

Category: recordkeeping. 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). 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 and # 5 may not work in a child care position at the facility.

An unannounced inspection was conducted at the facility. A review of staff files was conducted. See the code sheet for the hire date of Staff # 3. Staff # 3 was hired using a state police clearance dated for 11/7/17. This clearance was no longer valid per the Child Protective Service Law (CPSL). Staff # 3 did not receive a valid state police clearance until 7/31/23. Facility Person # 4 was identified as the facility's lifeguard. Facility Person # 4 was used in this role for summer camp that began 6/26/23. Facility Person # 4 did not have a state police or child abuse clearance in their file until 8/4/23, an FBI clearance until 8/7/23 and the file did not include the NSOR or documentation that the NSOR clearance was applied for. Facility Person # 5 was identified as a volunteer. The file of Facility Person # 5 did not contain appropriate clearances for this Facility Person to volunteer at the facility.

Corrected Corrected by Aug 29, 2023

Category: background checks. 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). 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 and # 5 may not work in a child care position at the facility. The Legal Entity, Director or anyone involved with the hire of staff or staff files, will schedule and attend Existing Provider Orientation at the Northeast Regional Office. The training can be scheduled by calling 800-222-2108. The training date is 8/23/23. Staff must now attend the training on 11/29/23.

An unannounced inspection was conducted at the facility. A review of staff files was conducted. See the code sheet for the hire date of Staff # 3. Staff # 3 was hired using a state police clearance dated for 11/7/17. This clearance was no longer valid per the Child Protective Service Law (CPSL). Staff # 3 did not receive a valid state police clearance until 7/31/23. Facility Person # 4 was identified as the facility's lifeguard. Facility Person # 4 was used in this role for summer camp that began 6/26/23. Facility Person # 4 did not have a state police or child abuse clearance in their file until 8/4/23, an FBI clearance until 8/7/23 and the file did not include the NSOR or documentation that the NSOR clearance was applied for. Facility Person # 5 was identified as a volunteer. The file of Facility Person # 5 did not contain appropriate clearances for this Facility Person to volunteer at the facility. Staff did not attend training on 8/23/23.

Corrected Corrected by Nov 30, 2023

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

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.

An unannounced inspection occurred at the facility. A review of staff files was conducted. See the code sheet for the hire date of Staff # 1. Staff # 1 was unable to be appropriately qualified as a staff person as the file was missing proof of education.

Corrected Corrected by Aug 29, 2023

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

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

An unannounced inspection occurred at the facility. A review of staff files was conducted. See the code sheet for the hire date of Staff # 1. Staff # 1 did not receive a health assessment or tuberculosis screening at the time of initial employment. Staff # 1 did not receive a health assessment or tuberculosis screening until 8/5/23.

Corrected Corrected by Aug 29, 2023

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

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

An unannounced inspection occurred at the facility. A review of staff files was conducted. Facility Person # 5 was identified as a volunteer. A file with all appropriate documents was not maintained at the facility for Facility Person # 5. Facility Person # 6 was identified as a lifeguard. A file with all appropriate documents was not maintained at the facility for Facility Person # 6.

Corrected Corrected by Aug 29, 2023

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.191 · An individual record is required for each facility person. The Legal Entity, Director or anyone involved with the hire of staff or staff files, will schedule and attend Existing Provider Orientation at the Northeast Regional Office. The training can be scheduled by calling 800-222-2108. The training date is 8/23/23. Staff will now attend the training on 11/29/23.

An unannounced inspection occurred at the facility. A review of staff files was conducted. Facility Person # 5 was identified as a volunteer. A file with all appropriate documents was not maintained at the facility for Facility Person # 5. Facility Person # 6 was identified as a lifeguard. A file with all appropriate documents was not maintained at the facility for Facility Person # 6. Staff did not attend the training on 8/23/23.

Corrected Corrected by Nov 30, 2023

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.31(f) · Staff person # 8 shall complete the required one-hour 2022 update to the health and safety training by 3/2/23.

A renewal inspection occurred at the facility. A review of staff files was conducted. Staff person # 4 did not complete the required one-hour 2022 update to the health and safety training by 12/30/2022. (training completed 1/13/23) Staff person # 7 did not complete the required one-hour 2022 update to the health and safety training by 12/30/2022. (training completed 1/12/23)

Corrected Corrected by Mar 2, 2023

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

3270.31(f) · Staff person(s) shall complete professional development in the topics of 3270.31(f)(1 -- 10) within 90 days of hire. Staff person # 2, # 3 will have until 3/2/23 to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person # 2, # 3 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an AGS who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff available to supervise staff person # 2, # 3 staff person # 2, # 3 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.

A renewal inspection occurred at the facility. A review of staff files was conducted. Staff person # 2, # 3, and # 7 (not completed with 90 days of hire) has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): pediatric first aid and CPR

Corrected Corrected by Mar 2, 2023

Category: supervision. 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). 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 # 5, 6, # 7, and # 8 may not work in a child care position at the facility.

A renewal inspection occurred at the facility. A review of staff files was conducted. See the code sheet for the dates of hire of staff. Staff # 5 was hired using a volunteer child abuse clearance dated 9/12/22. Staff # 6 was hired using a Department of Education FBI clearance dated 8/27/21. Staff # 7 was hired using a volunteer state police clearance dated for 1/22/22 and a Department of Education FBI clearance dated 1/26/22. Staff # 8 was hired using a Department of Education FBI clearance dated 1/26/22.

Corrected Corrected by Feb 15, 2023

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

3270.106(a) · Individual, clean, age-appropriate rest equipment shall be provided for preschool, toddler and infant children as agreed between the child's parent and the operator. The rest equipment shall be labeled for the use of a specific child and used only by the specified child.

A renewal inspection occurred at the facility. A physical site review was conducted. Nap mats were found in all the classrooms that were identified for use by children that were ripped exposing the interior foam.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 2, 2023

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

3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2) · An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission. A child's record shall contain the dates of application, admission and withdrawal of the child.

A renewal inspection occurred at the facility. A review of children's files was conducted. Dates of admission were unable to be located in the following children's files: # 1, # 2, # 3, # 5, and # 6.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 2, 2023

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.124(f)/3270.181(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.

A renewal inspection occurred at the facility. A review of children's files was conducted. The following children's forms were current for this inspection but were not updated every 6-month period as required by regulation: Child # 2 emergency contact dated 7/7/22 updated1/17/23 and the only agreement in the file was dated 12/24/22. Child # 3 emergency contact dated 7/6/22 updated 1/6/23 and the agreement dated 1/18/22 updated 12/21/22. Child # 4 emergency contact dated 1/18/22 updated 10/17/22 and the agreement dated 1/18/22 updated 1/18/23. Child # 5 emergency contact dated 5/13/22 updated 1/6/23 and the agreement dated 5/13/22 updated 12/15/22. Child # 6 agreement dated 1/20/21 updated 12/15/22. Child # 7 emergency contact dated 9/29/21 updated 11/5/22 and the agreement dated 11/5/21 updated 11/5/22.

Corrected Corrected by Feb 15, 2023

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

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

A renewal inspection occurred at the facility. A review of staff files was conducted. See the code sheet for the dates of hire of staff. Staff # 2 did not have a health assessment, physical exam or tuberculosis screening on file. Staff # 6 did not have a valid tuberculosis screening on file. The tuberculosis screening dated 5/13/20 was not within 12 months prior to the staff's hire date. Staff # 8 did not have a valid health assessment, physical exam or tuberculosis screening on file. The health assessment, physical exam and tuberculosis screening dated for 4/27/21 was not within 12 months prior to the staff's hire date.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 2, 2023

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

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

A renewal inspection occurred at the facility. A review of staff files was conducted. See the code sheet for the dates of hire of staff. Staff # 2 did not have a health assessment, physical exam or tuberculosis screening on file. Staff # 6 did not have a valid tuberculosis screening on file. The tuberculosis screening dated 5/13/20 was not within 12 months prior to the staff's hire date. Staff # 8 did not have a valid health assessment, physical exam or tuberculosis screening on file. The health assessment, physical exam and tuberculosis screening dated for 4/27/21 was not within 12 months prior to the staff's hire date.

Corrected Corrected by Feb 15, 2023

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

3270.14/3270.21 · A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations. State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. Until such time as the required pre-service trainings are completed , staff person # 1 and # 3 must be supervised , when interacting with children by an AGS who has completed the required trainings related to this citation. If there are no staff persons available to supervise staff person # 1 & # 3 , staff person # 1 and # 3 may not work in a child care position at facility.

Staff person # 1 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person # 1 has not completed the pre-service training of Pediatric first aid and cpr which is required prior to caring for children unsupervised. Staff person # 3 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person # 3 has not completed the pre-service training 10 hours of health and safety training which is required prior to caring for children unsupervised.

Corrected Corrected by Aug 5, 2022

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.31(f) · Staff persons shall complete professional development in the following topics covered under the 10 hour health and safety training within 90 days of hire. Staff person # 3 will have until 7/30/22 to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person # 3 must be supervised , when interacting with children, by an AGS who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff available to supervise staff person # 3, staff person # 3 may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Staff person # 3 has not completed the required pre-service training 10 hour health and safety training within 90 days of their date of hire.

Corrected Corrected by Aug 5, 2022

Category: supervision. 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). Facility Person # 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 # 4 may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Facility person # 4 hired and working in child care has a volunteer state police clearance on file.

Corrected Corrected by Aug 5, 2022

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

3270.51 · When children are grouped in similar age levels, the following maximum child group sizes and ratios of staff persons apply: Infants 1:4 with a maximum group size of 8; Young toddlers 1:5 with a maximum group size of 10; Older toddlers 1:6 with a maximum group size of 12; Preschool children 1:10 with a maximum group size of 20; Young school-age children 1:12 with a maximum group size of 24; Older school-age children 1:15 with a maximum group size of 30. The required staff: child ratios must be maintained at all times. 7 young toddlers would require 2 staff to be present.

Facility staff # 5 was observed in the the young toddler room alone with 7 young toddlers.

Corrected Corrected by Aug 5, 2022

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.

Facility staff # 4 listed as an AGS has no proof of previous child care experience on file with high school diploma.

Corrected Corrected by Aug 5, 2022

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 # 1 will have until 7/30/22 to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person # 1 must be supervised , when interacting with children, by an AGS who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff available to supervise staff person # 1 , staff person # 1 may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Staff person # 1 has not completed the required pre-service training Pediatric first aid and cpr within 90 days of their date of hire.

Corrected Corrected by Aug 5, 2022

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) · Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. §  1016(c)).The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met.

Facility fire alarm testing was not conducted every 30 days as required The testing logs reflects the following dates: 3/1/22 to 4/2/22.

Corrected Corrected by Aug 5, 2022

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.63/3270.76 · If unsafe areas or conditions are in or near an outdoor play space, fencing or natural barriers are required to restrict children from those unsafe areas or conditions. 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.

A self-reported non-compliance inspection occurred at the facility on 10/25/21. On 10/7/21, Child # 1 and Child # 2 were able to leave the outdoor play area through a broken section of fencing. This area of the fencing included an opening roughly 1-1.5 feet that was blocked by a board. Both children were able to move the board and leave the fence through the opening and make it roughly 6 feet to the corner of the driveway and the alley before being verbally directed back into the play area by Staff # 1.

Corrected Corrected by Oct 25, 2021

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

3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) · 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. 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. Children must be supervised at all times.

A self-reported non-compliance inspection occurred at the facility on 10/25/21. On 10/7/21, Child # 1 and Child # 2 were able to leave the outdoor play area through a broken section of fencing. This area of the fencing included an opening roughly 1-1.5 feet that was blocked by a board. Both children were able to move the board and leave the fence through the opening and make it roughly 6 feet to the corner of the driveway and the alley before being verbally directed back into the play area by Staff # 1. During this time, Staff # 1 was opposite to the children in the play area helping another child but heard the board drop and immediately began responding to the children. Staff # 2 was sitting on the enclosed green slide with her back turned to the play area and Staff # 2 was on their cell phone.

Corrected Corrected by Oct 25, 2021

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) · 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. 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 / Director will establish a supervision and ratio policy. The policy will include how the facility will demonstrate their knowledge and ability to adequately supervise children while maintaining appropriate ratio at all times. The policy must focus on ensuring that each child is seen, heard, assessed and able to be directed at all times. The policy must include the required staff:child ratios for each age group. The policy must include how the facility will ensure appropriate supervision and ratios during transition times and while in the outdoor play area. The policy must also include a plan for each staff to be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children, including the requirement that the staff person know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group and be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises. The policy must also include a cell phone usage policy prohibiting use during work hours . This supervision and ratio policy must be submitted to the Department prior to implementation for approval. Once approved by the Department, the director will ensure that all current employees and any new hires are trained on this policy.

A self-reported non-compliance inspection occurred at the facility on 10/25/21. On 10/7/21, Child # 1 and Child # 2 were able to leave the outdoor play area through a broken section of fencing. This area of the fencing included an opening roughly 1-1.5 feet that was blocked by a board. Both children were able to move the board and leave the fence through the opening and make it roughly 6 feet to the corner of the driveway and the alley before being verbally directed back into the play area by Staff # 1. During this time, Staff # 1 was opposite to the children in the play area helping another child but heard the board drop and immediately began responding to the children. Staff # 2 was sitting on the enclosed green slide with her back turned to the play area and Staff # 2 was on their cell phone.

Corrected Corrected by Dec 10, 2021

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) · 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. 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 must arrange for all facility staff to receive a minimum of three hours of PQAS-approved in-person training, including technical assistance, regarding supervision of children. This training must be completed as a live training or in-person. The legal entity must receive DHS approval of the training content prior to scheduling the training.

A self-reported non-compliance inspection occurred at the facility on 10/25/21. On 10/7/21, Child # 1 and Child # 2 were able to leave the outdoor play area through a broken section of fencing. This area of the fencing included an opening roughly 1-1.5 feet that was blocked by a board. Both children were able to move the board and leave the fence through the opening and make it roughly 6 feet to the corner of the driveway and the alley before being verbally directed back into the play area by Staff # 1. During this time, Staff # 1 was opposite to the children in the play area helping another child but heard the board drop and immediately began responding to the children. Staff # 2 was sitting on the enclosed green slide with her back turned to the play area and Staff # 2 was on their cell phone.

Corrected Corrected by Feb 5, 2022

Category: supervision. 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). 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 CPSL requires all provisionally hired staff to have applied for all appropriate clearances before working in child care with children and to remain supervised at all times by an approved staff. The CPSL requires any staff who have lived out of state within the last 5-years of the staff's hire date to have all the clearances of that state.

An unannounced inspection occurred at the facility. A review of staff file's was conducted. The facility has an approved provisional hire waiver and Staff # 1 was hired as a provisional hire on 10/4/21. Documentation in the file of Staff # 1 indicated that this staff had lived in another state within the last 5-years of this staff's hire date. Staff # 1 did not apply for the out of state clearances per the CPSL prior to beginning employment as a provisional hire at the facility. Staff # 1 had worked with children prior to applying for the out of state clearances and was working during this inspection. Staff # 1 was not hired correctly as a provisional hire per the CPSL.

Corrected Corrected by Oct 25, 2021

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

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.

An unannounced inspection occurred at the facility. A review of staff files was conducted. Staff # 1 had a hire date of 10/4/21. The file of Staff # 1 was missing proof of education. Staff # 1 could not appropriately be qualified to work in a child care role at the facility without proof of education. Staff # 1 was working with children during this inspection.

Corrected Corrected by Nov 8, 2021

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.