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Duquesne PA 15110 · License #CER-00245210 · Home-based · Group Child Care Home
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3280.66(c) · Toxic plants are not permitted in a child care space.
In the outdoor play area, near the left corner of the fence, a toxic plant identified as Poison Oak using the Pl@ntNet app was found.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 2, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.151(c)(1)/3280.192(3) · An adult health assessment must include a physical examination. A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.
The Initial Health Assessment for Staff #1 was dated (06.2025) which is past their Date of Hire. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)
Corrected Corrected by Jul 2, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.123(b) · A parent shall receive the original agreement. The facility shall retain a copy of the agreement.
The file of child #2, child #3 and child #4 contained the original financial agreement.
Corrected by Jul 29, 2024
Generated from this facility's specific inspection record
Data synced from Pennsylvania DHS, Office of Child Development and Early Learning on Jul 8, 2026 · Source records · Report an error
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.31(e)(4)(i) · Competence is the completion of training by a professional in the field of first-aid and 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.
Based on the date of the certificates, pediatric first aid and pediatric CPR for staff #1 expired on 5/31/2024 and was not updated until 6/30/2024, which was after the previous training expired.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 28, 2024
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.32(a)/3280.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services).
The file of staff #2 contained a PA state police clearance which was dated 4/1/2024, more than 45 days from their start date at the facility (see LIS code sheet). The disclosure statement of staff #2 was completed on the 11/2015 form and not the updated disclosure statement.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 28, 2024
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.61(c)/3280.61(e) · Indoor child care space is measured within permanent stationary partitions or walls. The allowable number of children in a space is determined by dividing the total square feet in a space by 40. Measured indoor space excludes space occupied by halls, bathrooms, offices, kitchens and locker rooms.
At approximately 10:35, 2 children were observed playing with a race car track in the kitchen area which is not measured child care space.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 28, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.63 · 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.
A dome climber was upside down on the hill in the outdoor play space. There were no barriers to restrict children's access to the climber or from it falling down the hill.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 28, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.113(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 10:35 AM, staff #1 was standing in the doorway between kitchen and the main room child care space. When asked to identify the children in their supervisory group, staff #1 identified the 2 children in the kitchen and 3 children in the main room. Staff #1 was not able to be physically present with both groups of children as they were in 2 different rooms of the facility.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 28, 2024
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.123(a)(1) · An agreement shall specify the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week.
The financial agreement of child #3 did not contain the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 29, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.123(a)(2) · An agreement shall specify the date on which the fee is to be paid.
The financial agreement of child #3 did not contain the date the fee is to be paid.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 30, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.123(a)(4) · An agreement shall specify the child's arrival and departure times.
The financial agreement of child #3 did not include the arrival and departure times of the child.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 29, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.123(a)(5) · An agreement shall specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
The financial agreement of child #1 and child #3 did not include the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 29, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.123(a)(6) · An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission.
The financial agreement of child #2 did not include the admission date of the child.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 29, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.124(b)(2) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.
The emergency contact form of child #3 did not include the address and telephone number of the child's physician.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 1, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.124(b)(3) · Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
The emergency contact form of child #3 did not contain the work address and work telephone number of the enrolling parent.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 1, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.124(b)(5) · Emergency contact information must include information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant or CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation.
The emergency contact form of child #3 did not contain medical or dietary information of any additional special needs in an emergency situation or documentation this is not applicable to the child.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 1, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.124(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 emergency contact form of child #1 contained the names and addresses for 2 release persons designated by the parent to whom the child may be released but did not include their telephone numbers.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 1, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.131(b)(1)/3280.182(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 must contain initial and subsequent health reports.
The file of child #4 contained documentation of a health assessment dated 7/17/2023 but did not contain an updated health assessment within 6 months for a young toddler (see LIS code sheet).
Corrected Corrected by Aug 2, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.131(b)(2)/3280.182(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 must contain initial and subsequent health reports.
The health assessments of child #1, identified as a preschool age child (see LIS code sheet), were dated 12/19/2022 and 5/19/2024, exceeding 12 months.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 2, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.131(d)(5)/3280.131(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 child care group settings).
Based on the immunization record of child #3, immunizations were not in accordance with the recommendations of the ACIP lacking 1 Hep B, 1 Rotavirus, 2 DTAP, 1 HIB, 2 Pneumococcal and 1 Polio vaccination. An acceptable exemption was not on file.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 2, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.151(a)/3280.192(3) · A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem. A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.
The file of staff #2 contained a health assessment dated 7/22/2021, which was more than 1 year prior to their start date at the facility. The file also contained a second health assessment dated 2/25/2024, which was after the start date of staff #2 (see LIS code sheet).
Corrected Corrected by Aug 2, 2024
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.151(b)/3280.192(3) · A health assessment shall be conducted and a report shall be written and signed by a physician, physician's assistant or CRNP. The signature must include the individual's professional title. A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.
The file of staff #2 contained a current health assessment which did not include the professional title of the physician, physician's assistant or CRNP completing the assessment.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 2, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.151(c)(2)/3280.192(3) · An adult health assessment must include tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment. Subsequent tuberculosis screening is not required unless directed by a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department. A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.
The file of staff #2 contained documentation of a tuberculosis screening dated 7/22/2021, which was more than 1 year prior to their start date at the facility. The file contained documentation of a second screening dated 2/25/2024, which was after the start date of staff #2 (see LIS code sheet).
Corrected Corrected by Aug 2, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.151(c)(3)/3280.192(3) · An adult health assessment must include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination. A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.
The file of staff #2 contained a current health assessment which did not include documentation of an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 2, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.151(c)(5)/3280.192(3) · An adult health assessment must include the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care. A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.
The file of staff #2 contained a current health assessment which did not include the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 2, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.166(4) · Disposable nursers and bottles shall be labeled with the child's name.
As staff #3 was feeding a bottle to an infant, they were asked if the bottle was labeled. Staff #3 stated it was not and immediately labeled the bottle with the child's name.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 2, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.31(f)(10) · Staff persons shall complete professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire.
Documentation of completed pediatric first aid and pediatric CPR for staff #2 was dated 6/30/2024, which was more than 90 days from their start date at the facility (see LIS code sheet).
Corrected Corrected by Aug 2, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.94(a)(4) · The primary staff person or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that the hypothetical locations of the fire are rotated around the facility for each drill such that the hypothetical location is never the same for consecutive drills.
The hypothetical location of the fire documented on the fire drill log was consecutive on 2 occasions (10/20/2023 and 11/22/2023 = infant room and 3/12/2024 and 4/15/2024 = learning center).
Corrected Corrected by Aug 2, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.95(a)/3280.95(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 primary staff person or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements in subsection (a) are met.
Documentation of testing the fire detection system showed the testing of the system exceeded 30 days on the following occasions: 7/24/2023 to 8/25/2023 to 9/25/2023, 10/20/2023 to 11/22/2023 to 1/8/2024 to 2/15/2024, 3/12/2024 to 4/15/24 to 5/17/24. The last documented test of the fire detection system was dated 6/10/2024 which was more than 30 days prior to the inspection date.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 2, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.14/3280.20 · A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations. State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.
The emergency plan lacked continuity of operations as required by the Federal Regulation.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 10, 2023
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.105(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.
In the downstairs Learning Room two cribs, that were reported to be in use for infants in care, were observed to be unlabeled for use of a specific child.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 6, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.123(b) · A parent shall receive the original agreement. The facility shall retain a copy of the agreement.
The agreements on file for Children #1, #2, #3, #4 and #5 were observed to be the original agreements.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 7, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.124(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 emergency contact form for Child #3 lacked the health insurance coverage for the child.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 6, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.124(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 emergency contact form for Children #3 and #4 lacked the complete addresses for one of the release persons listed.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 6, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.131(b)(1) · The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddler.
The file for Child #4, a young toddler, lacked a current health assessment that had been completed within the last 6 months. The last health assessment on file was dated 8.4.22.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 14, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.131(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.
The updates to the health assessments for Child #1, an older toddler, exceeded 12 months between examinations on 7.26.21 and 5.22.23.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 17, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.131(d)(5)/3280.131(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 child care group settings). Child #4 will be dismissed from the facility at the close of business on 7.6.23.
The most recent immunization record on file for Child #4, a young toddler, lacked verification that the child had received their fourth dose of Pneumococcal as recommended by the ACIP.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 7, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.135(a)(3) · If disposable diapers are provided by a parent or by a facility, a soiled diaper shall be discarded by immediately placing the diaper into a plastic-lined, hands-free covered can.
The lid to the hands-free covered can in the downstairs restroom was observed to be in disrepair and did not open with the foot pedal. This did not allow for soiled diapers to be disposed of without touching the top of the lid to open it.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 6, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.151(a) · A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem.
The health assessments on file for Staff Person #1 exceeded 24 months between examinations on 4.21.21 and 7.4.23.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 6, 2023
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.14/3280.20 · A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations. State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation.Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.
The facility did not have a written policy to address the Prevention of Shaken Baby and Abusive Head Trauma.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 2, 2022
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.26(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.
The facility lacked verification that Facility Person's #1 had participated in emergency plan training at the time of initial hire. The files for Facility Person's #2 and #3 lacked verification of annual emergency plan training.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 25, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.32(a)/3280.192(2)(iii) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.
The file for Facility Person #1 lacked completion of their mandated reporter training within 90 days of starting at the facility. The training was completed 298 days after starting at the facility.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 1, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.32(a)/3280.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Facility Person #1 may not work 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 #1 may not work at the facility.
The file for Facility Person #1 lacked a completed FBI Clearance and NSOR Certificate within 45 days of hire (See IS CODE SHEET). The file for Facility Person #4 lacked a signed disclosure statement at the time of the Inspection.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 8, 2022
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.69(a) · Hot water temperature, in areas accessible to children, may not exceed 110° F.
The hot water at the sink in the changing area on the first floor was measured at 121.2° F. The hot water in the restroom downstairs was measured at 126.5° F.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 22, 2022
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.123(b) · A parent shall receive the original agreement. The facility shall retain a copy of the agreement.
The files for Children, #1, #2, #3, #4 and #5 contained the original agreements.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 1, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.124(b)(2) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.
The emergency contact form for Child #1 lacked the name, address and telephone number of the physician.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 1, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.124(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 emergency contact form for Child #5 lacked the name, address and telephone number of the release persons.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 1, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.124(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.
Emergency Contact Forms were not present for children receiving care in the first floor child care space.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 1, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.131(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.
The file for Child #5, a preschool age child, lacked a current health assessment for the child.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 30, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.131(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.
The health report on file for Child #4, a young toddler, lacked verification that they had received an annual influenza vaccination as recommended by the AAP.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 1, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.135(a)(3) · If disposable diapers are provided by a parent or by a facility, a soiled diaper shall be discarded by immediately placing the diaper into a plastic-lined, hands-free covered can.
The hands-free covered can in place at the changing area on the first floor was missing a plastic liner.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 1, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.151(a) · A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem.
The file for Facility Person #1 lacked an initial health assessment within 12 months prior to starting at the facility. The examination on file was completed 316 days after starting at the facility. The updated to the health assessment for Facility Person #2 exceeded 24 months between examinations on 1.18.20 and 7.13.22.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 1, 2022
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.151(c)(3)/3280.151(c)(5) · An adult health assessment must include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination. An adult health assessment must include the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care.
The health assessment on file for Facility Person #1 lacked information related to an examination of communicable diseases and the results of that examination and the physician's assessment of their suitability to provide child care.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 1, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.166(1) · A written statement giving the formula and feeding schedule for an infant shall be obtained from the parent.
A written statement giving the formula and feeding schedule for an infant in care was not present at the time of the inspection.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 1, 2022
Category: nutrition. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.192(2)(ii) · A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.
The files for Facility Person #1 and #2 lacked verification of education to qualify them for a position at the facility.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 1, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.192(5) · A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person
The file for Facility Person #4 lacked two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 12, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.26(a)(6) · Emergency drills shall be conducted annually. Annual emergency drills shall be documented and on file at the facility.
Documentation that the facility has participated in an annual emergency drill was not on file at the time of the inspection.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 12, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.31(f)(10) · Staff persons shall complete professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire.
The file for Facility Person #1 lacked completion of pediatric first aid and CPR within 90 days of hire. The Pediatric First Aid and CPR was completed 227 days after starting.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 1, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.24(a) · The facility's current certificate of compliance shall be posted in a conspicuous location used by parents. The operator shall provide the parent of each child enrolled with information on how to access the regulations in this chapter electronically and with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional child care office.
Information as to where parents may access the current regulations in this chapter electronically was not posted in a conspicuous location.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 1, 2022
Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.31(f) · Staff persons shall complete professional development in the following topics within 90 days of hire: (1) Prevention and control of infectious diseases (including immunization); (2) Prevention of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome and use of safe sleep practices; (3) Administration of medication, consistent with standards for parental consent; (4) Prevention of and response to emergencies due to food and allergic reactions; (5) Building and physical premises safety, including identification of and protection from hazards that can cause bodily injury such as electrical hazards, bodies of water, and vehicular traffic; (6) Prevention of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma; (7) Emergency preparedness and response planning for emergencies resulting from a natural disaster or a man-caused event (such as violence at a child care facility); (8) Handling and storage of hazardous materials and appropriate disposal of bio contaminants; (9) Precautions when transporting children.
The file for Facility Person #1 lacked completion of their required health and safety training within 90 days of starting at the facility. The health and safety training was completed 274 days after starting at the facility.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 1, 2022
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.26(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.
Staff file #3 lacked documentation of emergency plan training at initial employment.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 28, 2021
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.26(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.
A copy of the emergency plan was not sent to the local municipality emergency management agency. A copy of the emergency plan was not sent to the county emergency management agency.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 28, 2021
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.33(a)/3280.192(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.
Staff #3, was observed supervising children as a primary staff. The file for staff #3 did not include verification of education and experience to qualify as a primary staff.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 9, 2021
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.69(a) · Hot water temperature, in areas accessible to children, may not exceed 110° F.
The water accessible to children at the sink in the downstairs bathroom, kitchen and laundry room measured 130° F.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 28, 2021
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.123(a)(5) · An agreement shall specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
The files for child #1, 2 and 5 lacked the names of the persons designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 28, 2021
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.124(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 for child #2 lacked the address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 28, 2021
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.124(b)(3) · Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
The emergency contact form for child #1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 lacked the enrolling parent's work address and telephone number.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 28, 2021
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.124(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 emergency contact form for child # 1 lacked health insurance coverage information and policy number .
Corrected Corrected by Jul 28, 2021
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.124(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 emergency contact forms for child # 1 and 2 lacked the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 28, 2021
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.131(b)(1)/3280.182(1) · The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report .A child's record must contain initial and subsequent health reports.
The file for child #3, lacks a current health report. The most recent health report on file is dated 5/27/20.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 29, 2021
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.171(c) · Written notification of safe routes shall be posted by the operator at a conspicuous location in the child care facility.
Written notification of safe routes were not posted at a conspicuous location in the child care facility.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 28, 2021
Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.182(3)/3280.182(5) · A child's record must contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission. A child's record must contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission.
The files for child #1 and 4 lacked signed parental consent for emergency medical care and for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 28, 2021
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.192(5) · A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person
The file for staff #3 lacked two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 28, 2021
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.26(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.
The facility's emergency plan lacked accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 28, 2021
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.95(a)/3280.95(b) · *(a) Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)). (b) The primary staff person or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements in subsection (a) are met.
*The facility lacked an interconnected fire detection system as required for a group child care home located in a residence. The facility had an operable, individual smoke detector on each floor of the facility.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 28, 2021
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.95(a)/3280.95(b) · ***The operator will obtain and install an interconnected fire detection system, which includes at least one smoke detector on each floor of the facility.
***The facility lacked an interconnected fire detection system as required for a group child care home located in a residence. The facility had an operable, individual smoke detector on each floor of the facility.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 28, 2021
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.95(a)/3280.95(b) · **The operator will maintain operable, individual smoke detectors on each floor of the facility until an interconnected system is installed.
**The facility lacked an interconnected fire detection system as required for a group child care home located in a residence. The facility had an operable, individual smoke detector on each floor of the facility.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 28, 2021
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.95(a)/3280.95(b) · (a) Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)). (b) The primary staff person or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements in subsection (a) are met.
The facility's smoke detectors were not tested within the past 30 days. The facility lacked a fire detection device test log.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 28, 2021
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.26(a)(1) · The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for shelter of children during an emergency including lock-down, shelter in place at the facility and shelter at locations away from the facility premises.
The facility's emergency plan did not include a lock-down procedure for the shelter of children during an emergency.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 28, 2021
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.31(f) · Staff persons shall complete professional development in the following topics within 90 days of hire.
The file for Staff #2, lacked documentation of the required health and safety training.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 28, 2021
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.