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Home › PA › Dauphin › Happy Hollow At Hope Childcare Center
931 Red Hill Rd, Dauphin PA 17018 · License #CER-00245396 · Center · Child Care Center
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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.
On 8/7/25, it was observed that a table had a broken edged in the school age classroom (Basement). CORRECTED ON SITE.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 7, 2025
Category: physical safety. 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.
On 8/7/25, it was observed that there was insufficient surfacing under the climber on the preschool playground. Rubber mulch measured approximately 1-2 inches. 6 inches of mulch would be required.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 30, 2025
Category: physical safety. 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.
On 8/7/25, it was observed that staff person 1 did not have documentation of education on file. CORRECTED ON SITE.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 7, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
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3270.182(3)/3270.182(5) · A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission. A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission.
On 7/9/25, it was observed that child 1 was present on an excursion to the pool and did not have signed parental consent for emergency medical care or minor first aid on their emergency contact information.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 9, 2025
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.21 · Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. The operator shall update the sections of their emergency plans that must address continuity of operations.
On 8/22/24, it was observed that the facility emergency plan did not address continuity of operations.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 22, 2024
Category: ratio. 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.
On 8/22/24, it was observed that Aquaphor was accessible to children on a table beside the cabinets, in the school age classroom. CORRECTED ON SITE.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 22, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services).
On 8/18/23, it was observed that CPSL (Child Protective Services Law) was not followed. Staff person 2 had a FBI clearance and provisional paperwork on file dated 5/17/23, which was after their start date. Staff person 3 had a child abuse clearance dated 6/21/23, which was after their start date. Staff person 5 had a State Police clearance on file that expired on 9/11/22 that was not updated until 9/16/22. Staff person 5 had a FBI clearance on file that expired on 8/12/22 that was not updated until 9/21/22.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 18, 2023
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.76/3270.77(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. Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.
On 8/17/23, it was observed that there was peeling paint on the wall beside the television in the Toddler classroom.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 18, 2023
Category: physical safety. 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.
On 8/17/23, it was observed that child 8 did not have addresses on file for their release persons.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 18, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2) · 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. 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.
On 8/17/23, it was observed that staff health assessments and TB tests were not completed less than 12 months before staff hire dates. Staff person 1 had a health assessment and TB test on file dated 9/8/21 which was more than 12 months before their start date. Staff person 4 had a TB test dated 4/22/22 which was more than 12 months before their start date.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 4, 2023
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.182(3)/3270.182(5) · A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission. A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission.
On 8/17/23, it was observed that child 10 did not have signed parental permission on file for emergency medical care or minor first aid.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 18, 2023
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services).
On 8/10/22, it was observed that staff person 1 did not have provisional paperwork or completed certificate on file for the NSOR (National Sex Offender Registry) on file before starting with children. NSOR certificate was dated 12/8/21 and no provisional paperwork was available.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 12, 2022
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).
On 8/6/21, it was observed that staff person 1 had state police and child abuse clearances on file for a volunteer. Staff persons must have clearances on file for employment. Clearances must be corrected before staff person 6 can resume employment. CORRECTED 8/9/21
Corrected Corrected by Aug 9, 2021
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.71 · Hot water pipes and other sources of heat exceeding 110° F that are accessible to children shall be equipped with protective guards or shall be insulated to prevent direct contact.
On 8/6/21 it was observed that the door to the kitchen, in the basement, school age area, was not secured allowing potential access to the stove. CORRECTED 8/9/21.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 9, 2021
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
On 8/6/21, it was observed that the light switch plate in the basement, school age classroom (on the right side of the stage) was broken.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 9, 2021
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(a)(1) · An agreement shall specify the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week.
On 8/6/21, it was observed that child 6 did not have a fee amount on their agreement form.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 9, 2021
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.