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401 N Main St, Davidsville PA 15928 · License #CER-00243182 · Center · Child Care Center
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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.
At the time of reviewing staff files, the files of staff #1 and #3 lacked documentation of completing emergency plan training at the time of initial hire (see LIS code sheet).
Corrected Corrected by Mar 30, 2026
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.
Observed adult scissors and a Bic brand lighter on the director's desk accessible to children in care due to the fact the director's door was propped open. Observed the kitchen door propped open at the women's restroom making the 2 stoves accessible to children in care.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 30, 2026
Category: health medication. 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.
At the time of reviewing staff files, the file of staff #3 had documentation of expired CPR due to the fact it was dated 1-23-24 to 1-26.
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
Corrected Corrected by Mar 30, 2026
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(f) · Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10.
At the time of reviewing staff files, the files of staff #1 and #2 lacked documentation of completing Health and Safety training. In addition, staff #1 and #2 were observed caring for children and employed more than 90 days (see LIS code sheet). At the time of reviewing staff files, the file of staff #4 lacked documentation of completing Health and Safety training.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 31, 2026
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.192(2)(iii) · A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.
At the time of reviewing staff files, the file of staff #1 lacked child care experience. At the time of reviewing staff files, the file of staff #2 lacked child care experience and proof of education.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 31, 2026
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). SAFETY PLAN: The operator is required to submit to the Children and Youth Agency a plan of supervision or alternate arrangement as required by the Child Protective Services Law. LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person #2 may not work in a child care position at the facility. PROVISIONAL HIRE UNSUPERVISED: A provisional employee may not be permitted to work alone with children and must work within the vicinity of a permanent employee. 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 child care position at the facility.
The file of staff #2 had an invalid FBI clearance due to the fact it was for the Department of Education rather than Department of Human Services.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 31, 2026
Category: supervision. 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.
Observed cleaning supplies accessible in the director's office due to the fact the door was propped open and the Lysol spray, Clorox spray, bleach water, 9 Elements cleaner, and Forest 5 cleaner were stored on the table and shelf; all products were labeled keep out of the reach of children.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 30, 2026
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.82(i) · A toilet area, training chair area, diapering area and sink area shall be equipped with a clean, lidded waste receptacle.
At the time of the inspection, the restroom located between the preschool and toddler rooms lacked a lidded garbage can.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 30, 2026
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.133(4) · Medication shall be stored in a locked area of the facility or in an area that is out of the reach of children.
Observed medication for child #1 stored in their bookbag hanging low enough for children in care to access.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 30, 2026
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.133(5) · Medication shall be stored in accordance with the manufacturer's or health professional's instructions on the original label.
Observed prescription medication for child #1 with an expiration date of 2-28-26.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 30, 2026
Category: ratio. 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.
At the time of the inspection, there was not a medication log for the prescription medication observed for child #1.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 30, 2026
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.161(d) · Potentially hazardous food brought from the child's home or provided by the facility shall be refrigerated.
Observed 7 lunch boxes stored on shelves outside the preschool room rather than refrigerated. The lunch boxes had various perishable foods like yogurt, ham cheese, ranch dressing, chicken, and macaroni salad.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 30, 2026
Category: nutrition. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.192(3) · 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.
At the time of reviewing staff files, the file #2 lacked a health assessment and results of TB test.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 30, 2026
Category: health medication. 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.
At the time of reviewing staff files, the files of staff #1 and staff #2 lacked two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 31, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(f)(10) · Staff persons shall complete professional development in the topic of pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire.
At the time of reviewing staff files, the files of staff #1 and #2 lacked documentation of completing pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire. In addition, staff #1 and #2 were observed caring for children (see LIS code sheet).
Corrected Corrected by Mar 30, 2026
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.
Based on the smoke detection testing log the last date documented for testing the smoke detectors was 1-22-26; more than 30 days form the time of the inspection (3-24-26).
Corrected Corrected by Mar 30, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(f) · Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10 or (g)1-10. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #5 must be supervised, when interacting with children at a minimum by, an (AGS, primary staff person, or family child care home staff person) who has completed all preservice trainings and has all qualifications to care for children unsupervised. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise staff person #1, staff person #1 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.
Second citation previously cited 7-7-25, staff person #1 had not completed the following required pre- service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Health and Safety training.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 6, 2025
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(a)(4) · An agreement shall specify the child's arrival and departure times.
The file of child #1 lacked an agreement with the departure time.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 1, 2025
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.
The files of staff #1 and #2 lacked annual fire safety training.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 1, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(a)(3) · The services to be provided to the family and the child, including the Department's approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided. The operator shall complete and update the form and provide a copy to the family in accordance with the updates regarding emergency contact information in § 3270.124(f) (relating to emergency contact information).
The files of children #3 and #4 lacked child service reports.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 1, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(f) · Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10 or (g)1-10. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #4 must be supervised, when interacting with children at a minimum by, an (AGS, primary staff person, or family child care home staff person) who has completed all preservice trainings and has all qualifications to care for children unsupervised. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise staff person #4, staff person #4 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.
Staff person #4 had completed pediatric first-aid and CPR training, however (the training was not completed through a Pennsylvania Quality Assurance System (PQAS) approved curriculum. The trainer has not provided documentation that they are PQAS-certified in that training curriculum).
Corrected Corrected by Jul 3, 2025
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(f) · Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10 or (g)1-10. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #5 must be supervised, when interacting with children at a minimum by, an (AGS, primary staff person, or family child care home staff person) who has completed all preservice trainings and has all qualifications to care for children unsupervised. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise staff person #5, staff person #5 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.
Staff person #5 had not completed the following required preservice training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Health and Safety training.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 8, 2025
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). SAFETY PLAN: The operator is required to submit to the Children and Youth Agency a plan of supervision or alternate arrangement as required by the Child Protective Services Law. LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person #3 may not work in a child care position at the facility. PROVISIONAL HIRE UNSUPERVISED: A provisional employee may not be permitted to work alone with children and must work within the vicinity of a permanent employee. 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 #3 may not work in a child care position at the facility.
The file of staff #3, an AGS had a PA State Police clearance for the purpose of volunteer.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 30, 2025
Category: supervision. 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.
The files of staff #2 and #3 lacked annual staff evaluations.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 1, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.75(a) · A first-aid kit shall be in a child care space.
At the time of the inspection, there were not first-aid kits in room #5, the library, and room #3, the comfort room.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 1, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.75(c) · A first-aid kit must contain the following: soap, an assortment of adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, tweezers, tape, scissors and disposable, nonporous gloves.
At the time of the inspection, the first-aid kit located in room #6, the preschool room, and school-age room lacked soap.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 8, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(3) · Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
The file of child #1 lacked an emergency contact form with the enrolling parent's work address and phone number.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 1, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(6) · Emergency contact information must include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.
The file of child #2 lacked an emergency contact form with the policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 1, 2025
Category: health medication. 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.
The files of children #2 and #3 lacked emergency contact forms with full and complete addresses of the individuals designated by the parents to whom the children may be released.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 1, 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, there were not copies of emergency contact forms present in the childcare space where the children were receiving care.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 1, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.161(d) · Potentially hazardous food brought from the child's home or provided by the facility shall be refrigerated.
Observed 7 lunch boxes each with cheese, lunchmeat, and/or yogurt stored in children's cubbies rather than refrigerated.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 1, 2025
Category: nutrition. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.171(c) · Written notification of safe routes shall be posted by the operator at a conspicuous location in the child care facility.
At the time of the inspection, safe routes were not posted by the operator at a conspicuous location in the child care facility.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 1, 2025
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.
At the time of the inspection, there was no documentation that the emergency plan was sent to the local municipality.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 8, 2025
Category: physical safety. 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.
Observed in room #6 4 pairs of adult scissors stored in a bin on the table accessible to children observed in care. Observed in the indoor gross motor room adult scissors stored in the top drawer of a cabinet accessible to children.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 16, 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 Persons#2 and #4 may not work in a child care position at the facility. PROVISIONAL HIRE UNSUPERVISED: A provisional employee may not be permitted to work alone with children and must work within the vicinity of a permanent employee. 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 Persons #2 and #4 may not work in a child care position at the facility.
At the time of reviewing staff files, the file of staff #4 lacked a PA State Police clearance. At the time of reviewing staff files, the file of staff #2 lacked documentation of the FBI clearance.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 19, 2024
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.34(b)(3)/3270.192(2)(ii) · A director shall have attained an associate's degree from an accredited college or university in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education or the human services field and 3 years of experience with children. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.
At the time of reviewing the staff files, the file of staff #5 lacked proof of education.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 8, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(iv) · 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 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.
At the time of reviewing staff files, the file of staff #1, an assistant group supervisor, lacked documentation of experience to support the position. At the time of reviewing staff files, the file of staff #2, an assistant group supervisor, lacked documentation of education to support the position.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 26, 2024
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.37(b)(1)/3270.192(2)(iii) · An aide shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.
At the time of reviewing staff files, the file of staff #3, an aide lacked documentation of education to support the position.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 1, 2024
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.
Observed in room #6, 2 containers of disinfectant wipes labeled, "keep out of the reach of children" stored on a white shelf accessible to the school age children observed in care that day.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 26, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.82(i) · A toilet area, training chair area, diapering area and sink area shall be equipped with a clean, lidded waste receptacle.
Observed in the restroom located between rooms #3 and #4, a non-lidded waste receptacle. Observed in the restroom located in the hallway and a restroom located outside the indoor gross motor room, non-lidded waste receptacles.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 31, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
Observed in the 4 year old room, a bin of blocks with a cracked lid.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 26, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.111(a) · A written plan of daily activities and routines, including a time for free play shall be established for each group. The plan shall be flexible to accommodate the needs of individual children and the dynamics of the group.
At the time of the inspection, there was not a daily schedule posted in the "comfy" room and in the library.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 26, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(2) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.
The file of child #1 lacked an emergency contact form with the full address of the child's physician or source of medical care.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 30, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(6) · Emergency contact information must include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.
The file of child #1 lacked an emergency contact form with the policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 30, 2024
Category: health medication. 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.
At the time of reviewing staff files, the file of staff #6 lacked completion of the 10-hour Health and Safety Training.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 5, 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.
Based on review of the fire drill log on 8-14-24, a fire drill was not conducted every 60 days due to the fact the last documented date was 6-5-24.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 15, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. 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.
Based on documentation of testing the smoke detection system, testing did not occur every 30 days on the following dates: 2-3-24 to 3-6-24 = 32 days, 5-3-24 to 6-3-24 = 31 days.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 15, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.82(i) · A toilet area, training chair area, diapering area and sink area shall be equipped with a clean, lidded waste receptacle.
Observed the men's bathroom, the woman's bathroom, and the individual bathroom used by children, did not have a lid on the waste receptacles.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 19, 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.
Observed staff file #1, 2, and 3 contained documentation of the completed health and safety professional development training update which was completed after the due date of 12/30/22.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 19, 2023
Category: ratio. 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 and 6- may not work in a childcare 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.
Observed staff file #4 did not contain a criminal background or child abuse clearance. Observed staff file #5 contained a signed disclosure statement which was signed and dated after their first day working in a childcare position. Observed staff file #6 did not contain a signed disclosure statement, which is required to be signed prior to starting work in a childcare position.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 1, 2023
Category: background checks. 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.
Observed hand sanitizer, labeled keep out of the reach of children, accessible to children on a low shelf in the preschool 4 room.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 19, 2023
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(a)(3) · The services to be provided to the family and the child, including the Department's approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided. The operator shall complete and update the form and provide a copy to the family in accordance with the updates regarding emergency contact information in § 3270.124(f) (relating to emergency contact information).
Observed child file #2, 3, 4, and 5 did not contain a child service report completed within the previous 6 months.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 19, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(b) · A parent shall receive the original agreement. The facility shall retain a copy of the agreement.
Observed child file #1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 contained original agreements.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 19, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(b)(2) · The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child.
Observed child file #1, 2, 3, and 4, all preschoolers or older, contained most recent health assessments which were dated more than 12 months ago.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 10, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) · A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP. The facility shall implement dismissal policies in accordance with the Department of Health regulation in 28 Pa. Code § 27.77 (relating to immunization requirements for children in childcare group settings). The child(ren) will be dismissed from care by close of business 6/12/23, until either the immunization record is updated or a parent provides a written, signed exemption letter.
Observed child file #2, 4 and 5 did not contain written verification of ongoing flu vaccines administered in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 12, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
Observed aspirin packets, in the preschool 3 and preschool 4 first aid kits, which were not labeled with the name of the person to whom the medication was intended.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 19, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
Observed staff file #4 and #5 contained initial health assessments which were obtained after providing initial service in a childcare setting.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 19, 2023
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.161(d) · Potentially hazardous food brought from the child's home or provided by the facility shall be refrigerated.
Observed 3 lunchboxes in the children's cubby area, which contained potentially hazardous food like ham and lunchables and were not placed in the refrigerator at the time of arrival.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 19, 2023
Category: nutrition. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.181(c)/3270.181(d) · 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. Following review, a parent shall attest to the accuracy of information in the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at each review by affixing a dated signature to the record.
Observed child file #2 did not contain documentation of parental review of the emergency contact information and the financial agreement.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 19, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.27(a)(6) · Emergency drills shall be conducted annually. Annual emergency drills shall be documented and on file at the facility.
Observed the emergency drill documentation revealed the last documented emergency drill was conducted more than 12 months ago.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 19, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. 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.
Observed the fire alarm testing report revealed that 2 times in the previous 12 months, the alarms were tested more than 30 days apart. These dates are 8/8/22-9/30/22 and 10/28/22-11/30/22.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 19, 2023
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.
Observed staff file #2, 3, and 4 contained documentation of fire safety training which was conducted more than 12 months after the previous valid fire safety training.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 27, 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). Facility Person # -5- may not work in a child care position at the facility.
Observed staff file #5, contain a child abuse clearance(4/20/17), a state police clearance(4/20/17), and an FBI clearance(4/25/17) which were all dated more than 60 months ago.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 27, 2022
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.34(b)(1) · A director shall have attained a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education or the human services field and 1 year of experience with children.
Observed staff file #1 did not contain documentation of 1 year of experience with children.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 27, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.36(b)(5) · An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children.
Observed staff file #6 did not contain documentation of 2 years experience with children.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 27, 2022
Category: supervision. 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.
Observed cleaning materials and hand sanitizer labeled keep out of the reach of children, accessible to children in an unlocked kitchen. Observed hand sanitizer, labeled keep out of the reach of children, on a low shelf in the multi purpose room.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 27, 2022
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.66(e) · Arts and crafts materials shall be nontoxic.
Observed shaving cream, labeled keep out of the reach of children, in the craft supplies in the preschool room.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 27, 2022
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.82(i) · A toilet area, training chair area, diapering area and sink area shall be equipped with a clean, lidded waste receptacle.
Observed none of the bathrooms used by children contained a lidded waste receptacle.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 27, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
Observed loose legs on the sand table in the 4 year old room. Observed exposed anchor stakes on the mulch supports surrounding the embedded equipment.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 27, 2022
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.
Observed the area under the embedded play equipment in the play area did not contain the required 9 inches of loose impact absorbing material.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 27, 2022
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(a)(6) · An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission.
Observed the agreement for child file #1 and #5 did not specify the date of the child's admission.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 27, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(5) · Emergency contact information must include the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care. 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.
Observed the emergency contact information for child file #4 did not contain written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care or signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 27, 2022
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(6) · Emergency contact information must include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.
Observed the emergency contact information for child file #4 did not contain the health insurance coverage and policy number.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 27, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(b)(2) · The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child.
Observed child file #2 and #3, both preschool age children, contained most recent health assessments which are dated more than 21 months ago.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 27, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(e)(1) · The facility shall require the parent to provide updated written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of ongoing vaccines administered to an infant, toddler or preschool child in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP.
Observed child file #3, 4 and 5 did not contain written verification of ongoing flu vaccines administered in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 27, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
Observed staff file #1 and #5 contained initial health assessments which were dated after providing initial service in a child care setting. Observed staff file #2 and #4 contained updated health assessments which were dated more than 24 months after the previous valid health assessment.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 27, 2022
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.161(d) · Potentially hazardous food brought from the child's home or provided by the facility shall be refrigerated.
Observed a ham and cheese sandwich and yogurt, which are required to be refrigerated, in lunch boxes stored in the children's cubby area.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 27, 2022
Category: nutrition. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.181(c)/3270.181(d) · 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. Following review, a parent shall attest to the accuracy of information in the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at each review by affixing a dated signature to the record.
Observed child file #2 and #4 did not contain documentation of parental review of the emergency contact information within the previous 6 months. Observed child file #1, 2, 3, and 4 did not contain documentation of the parental review of the financial agreement within the previous 6 months.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 27, 2022
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.
Observed the updated emergency plan did not contain information how it will provide for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 27, 2022
Category: physical safety. 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.
Observed the facility did not test the fire alarm system between 9/14/21 and 12/9/21. The facility is required to test and document the test of the fire alarm system at least every 30 days.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 27, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. 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.
Observed staff file #5, contained 7 hours of child care training completed within the first year completed anniversary year of employment. Staff #5 then completed 5 additional hours after their one year employment anniversary date.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 27, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 11:00 AM on Monday, July 12, 2021 the staff in the 4 year old classroom were not able to name the children in their assigned group. There were 17 children in the classroom and three staff. One staff member named 5 children that were in her group, the second staff member named 3 children in her group. One of the children were named in both groups, leaving only 7 children being named. The third staff was not able to name any children in her group, leaving 10 total children that were not named as being in a assigned group.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 2, 2021
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.