The Childrens Garden Early Education Center

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.

First-aid kit in the infant room was missing soap.

Corrected by Mar 2, 2026

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3270.31(f) · Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10. Pediatric First aid/CPR. Staff person # 4 will have until 3/25/26 to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person # 4 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an (AGS) who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff available to supervise staff person # 4, staff person # 4 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.

Staff person # 4 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric First aid/CPR.

Corrected by Mar 25, 2026

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3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person # 1 may not work in a childcare position at the facility. The CPSL was revised on 9/18/2018 to include a requirement that all clearances be updated and on file at least every 60 months. The Child Protective Services Law (CPSL) was revised to include the requirement for the National Sex Offender Registry (NSOR) Clearance effective 9/30/2019. The CPSL also states that anyone hired after 9/30/19 was required to have the NSOR clearance to work in childcare. The legal entity must arrange for the director and anyone responsible for hiring new staff to register for and attend the existing provider orientation conducted by the NE Regional Office on 5/13/26.

Files for Staff # 1, # 2, # 3 and # 4 were not in compliance with CPSL regulations. File for Staff # 1 did not contain an updated FBI clearance, last one in file is dated 1/23/21. File for Staff # 1 contained clearances renewed past 60 months. State Police clearances dated 12/11/20 and 1/28/26, Child Abuse clearances dated 12/29/20 and 1/15/26 and Mandated Reporter Training dated 6/29/20 and 1/16/26. File for Staff # 2 contains child abuse clearances renewed past 60 months, dates 2/10/21 and 2/12/26. File for Staff # 3 contained clearances renewed past 60 months. Child abuse dated 7/5/17 and 10/2/22, FBI dated 7/16/17 and 9/23/22. Mandated reporter training dated 4/23/15 and 12/19/23. File for Staff # 4 contained a late FBI clearance dated on 10/9/25, past 45 days of hire.

Corrected by Mar 2, 2026

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3270.76/3270.102(a) · Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards. Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts.

Wood fencing in the outdoor play area had areas of rotting wood, causing sharp edges. Blue play truck in the outdoor play area contained a rubber tire that was rotting.

Corrected by May 1, 2026

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3270.111(b) · The written plan of daily activities shall be posted in the group space.

Daily schedule was not posted in the school-age classroom.

Corrected by Mar 17, 2026

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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.

File for Child # 1 did not contain an updated health assessment, last one in files is dated 5/15/24

Corrected by Mar 24, 2026

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3270.178 · A first-aid kit, including the contents as specified in §3270.75 (relating to first-aid kit) shall be in the vehicle when children are being transported.

Two facility vehicles did not contain first-aid kits.

Corrected by Mar 17, 2026

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3270.102(a) · Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts.

Play equipment that contained tires were observed with peeling tires.

Corrected by May 1, 2025

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3270.18(a) · The legal entity shall have comprehensive general liability insurance to cover the persons who are on the premises. A current copy of the insurance policy shall be on file at the facility.

Facility does not have a current copy of the liability insurance on file.

Corrected by May 1, 2025

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3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person # 1 may not work in a childcare position at the facility. The Child Protective Services Law (CPSL) was revised to include the requirement for the National Sex Offender Registry (NSOR) Clearance effective 9/30/2019. The CPSL also states that anyone hired after 9/30/19 was required to have the NSOR clearance to work in child care. Current staff must have the NSOR clearance no later 7/1/20. The CPSL was revised on 9/18/2018 to include a requirement that all clearances be updated and on file at least every 60 months. The legal entity must arrange for the director and anyone responsible for hiring new staff to register for and attend the existing provider orientation conducted by the NE Regional Office on 5/13/26.

File for Staff # 1 was not in compliance with CPSL regulations. File for Staff # 1 did not contain an FBI clearance.

Corrected by May 13, 2025

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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.

First aid kit in the school age room was missing soap. First aid kit in the summer school age room was missing tweezers.

Corrected by Mar 3, 2025

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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.

Tile floor in the school age room was observed with broken tiles. Closet door in the school age room was observed with peeling laminate.

Corrected by May 1, 2025

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3270.82(i) · A toilet area, training chair area, diapering area and sink area shall be equipped with a clean, lidded waste receptacle.

Children's bathroom in the older toddler room did not have a lidded trash can.

Corrected by Mar 3, 2025

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3270.119 · Infants shall be placed in the sleeping position recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics unless there is a medical reason an infant should not sleep in this position. The medical reason shall be documented in a statement signed by a physician, physician's assistant or CRNP and placed in the child's record at the facility.

Infant was observed sleeping in a crib with a pacifier strap attached.

Corrected by Mar 3, 2025

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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.

Emergency Contact Forms for Children # 2 and # 3 did not contain address of release persons.

Corrected by May 1, 2025

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3270.131(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.

Child # 1 did not contain a health assessment every 6 months. Last one on file is dated 6/4/24.

Corrected by May 1, 2025

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3270.192(2)(ii)/3270.192(5) · A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility. 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.

File for Staff # 1 did not contain verification of education and childcare experience. File for Child # 1 did not contain 2 non-family references.

Corrected by May 1, 2025

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3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) · Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises. Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises.

It has been confirmed that Staff # 1 would be on Facebook and Snapchat while supervising children.

Corrected by Jul 5, 2024

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3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) · Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises. Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises. Legal Entity will update the Supervision policy including use of phone, electronics and staff positioning. This updated supervision policy must be submitted to DHS prior to implementation for approval. Once approved by DHS, the director will ensure that all current employees sign off on this policy, as well as any new hires.

It has been confirmed that Staff # 1 would be on Facebook and Snapchat while supervising children.

Corrected by Jul 5, 2024

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3270.113(b)/3270.113(d) · A facility person may not use any form of physical punishment, including spanking a child. A facility person may not use harsh, demeaning or abusive language in the presence of children.

It was confirmed that on 6/13/24 Staff # 1 gripped and pulled Child # 1 by the arm and yelled at child.

Corrected by Jun 13, 2024

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3270.113(b)/3270.113(d) · A facility person may not use any form of physical punishment, including spanking a child. A facility person may not use harsh, demeaning or abusive language in the presence of children. Legal Entity will update the Staff Handbook with a detailed Supervision Policy that clearly defines regulation 3270.113 and staff requirements around discipline of children. Discipline policy needs to include staff responsibility to report observed non-compliance. This updated supervision and discipline policy must be submitted to DHS prior to implementation for approval. Once approved by DHS, the director will ensure that all current employees sign off on this policy, as well as any new hires.

It was confirmed that on 6/13/24 Staff # 1 gripped and pulled Child # 1 by the arm and yelled at child.

Corrected by Jul 15, 2024

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3270.113(b)/3270.113(d) · A facility person may not use any form of physical punishment, including spanking a child. A facility person may not use harsh, demeaning or abusive language in the presence of children. All must take 2 hours of PQAS approved training related to Behavior Management. It does not matter if the PQAS approved training is done through ELRC. The Legal Entity must receive DHS approval of the training content prior to scheduling the training.

It was confirmed that on 6/13/24 Staff # 1 gripped and pulled Child # 1 by the arm and yelled at child.

Corrected by Aug 2, 2024

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3270.113(c)/3270.162(c) · A facility person may not single out the child for ridicule, threaten harm to the child or the child's family and may not specifically aim to degrade the child or the child's family. Food may not be withheld from a child for purposes of discipline.

It was confirmed that on 6/13/23 Staff # 1 threw Child # 1's lunch away, due to not liking the process in which Child # 1 eats.

Corrected by Jun 13, 2024

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3270.14/3270.21 · The OCDEL ANNOUNCEMENT C-22-04 requires facility emergency plans to include continuity of operations during and after an emergency that includes continuing daily operations, backing up or retrieving health and other key records/files and managing financial issues such as paying employees and bills during the aftermath of the disaster.

The emergency plan does not include a continuity plan for operations in times of an emergency.

Corrected by Mar 27, 2024

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3270.31(f) · Staff person(s) shall complete professional development in the topics of 3270.31(f)(1 -- 10), 3280.31(f) (1-10), or 3290.31(g) (1-10) within 90 days of hire. Staff person #1 will have until 3/13/24 (actual date- 15 days from POC requested date) to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #-1 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an (AGS, primary staff person, or family childcare home staff person) who has completed the required training related to this citation.  If there are no staff available to supervise staff person #--, staff person #1 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.

Staff person #1- has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire: Pediatric First Aid & CPR and Health & Safety training.

Corrected by Mar 13, 2024

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3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Facility Persons # 1 & #2 may not work in a childcare position at the facility. 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 #1 & #2 may not work in a childcare position at the facility. The CPSL was revised on 9/18/2018 to include a requirement that all clearances be updated and on file at least every 60 months. The Child Protective Services Law (CPSL) was revised to include the requirement for the National Sex Offender Registry (NSOR) Clearance effective 9/30/2019. The CPSL also states that anyone hired after 9/30/19 was required to have the NSOR clearance to work in childcare. Current staff must have the NSOR clearance no later 7/1/20. CPSL was revised to include new hires that have resided out of Pennsylvania with in the 5 previous years must obtain State Police and Child abuse clearances from the state that they have resided

Staff person #1 started at the facility on 7-5-23. Her state police clearance isn't dated until 12-1-23, and her NSOR is dated 2-2-24. There is no proof that Staff person #1 applied for the state police or NSOR clearance prior to starting at the facility. Staff person #2 started at the facility on 12-14-23 and does not have a state police clearance; she has a volunteer state police clearance.

Corrected by Feb 27, 2024

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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.

There is no tape in the first-aid kit in the Infant room.

Corrected by Mar 27, 2024

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

There is a piece of rotted wood along the bottom of the bench on the outdoor play space. There is a buildup of dirt behind the door of the Kindergarten bathroom. The back piece of the vanity in the Kindergarten room is chipped and peeling.

Corrected by Apr 15, 2024

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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 emergency contact form for Child #3 does not include the phone number for the child's physician.

Corrected by Mar 27, 2024

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3270.124(b)(3)/3270.124(b)(7) · Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent. 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 #2 & Child #3 do not include the parent's work address or work phone number. The emergency contact form for Child #2 does not include the address for the individuals to whom the child may be released.

Corrected by Mar 27, 2024

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3270.124(f) · The parent shall update in writing emergency contact information once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information.

The emergency contact forms in the Preschool & Older Toddler rooms have not been updated in over six months.

Corrected by Mar 27, 2024

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3270.131(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.

An updated health report for Child #4, a young toddler, has not been updated since 3-7-23. An updated health report for Child #5, a young toddler, has not been updated since 1-4-23.

Corrected by Apr 27, 2024

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3270.133(7) · An operator is responsible to establish and maintain a medication log if prescription or nonprescription medication is administered.

There is no medication log for Child #1's non-prescription medication.

Corrected by Mar 27, 2024

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3270.151(a) · A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem.

Staff person #1 started at the facility on 7-5-23 and does not have a health assessment Staff person #2 started at the facility on 12/14/23 and does not have a health assessment..

Corrected by Mar 27, 2024

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3270.181(c) · 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.

The emergency contact & financial agreement forms for Child #3 were not updated within 6 months. The original emergency contact & financial agreement forms were completed on 1-5-23; they were not updated until 2-21-24.

Corrected by Feb 27, 2024

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3270.182(6) · A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading.

Child #4 does not have signed parental consent for transportation.

Corrected by Mar 27, 2024

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3270.192(5) · A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.

Staff person #2 started at the facility on 12-14-23 and does not have any written, non-family references.

Corrected by Mar 27, 2024

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3270.131(a) · The operator shall require the parent of an enrolled child, including a child, a foster child and a relative of an operator or a facility person, to provide an initial health report no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility.

The initial health reports for Child #4 & Child #5 were not submitted within 60 days of starting at the facility. Child #4 started at the facility on 12-21-23 and did not submit a health assessment until 3-17-23. Child #5 started at the facility on 8-22-22 and did not submit a health assessment until 1-4-23.

Corrected by Feb 27, 2024

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

During a complaint investigation conducted on 6-2-23, Staff Person #1 admitted to saying, "I am going to deck him" about Child #1 out of frustration on 5/22/23. Staff person #1 said this in front of Child #1.

Corrected by Jun 30, 2023

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3270.113(c) · A facility person may not single out the child for ridicule, threaten harm to the child or the child's family and may not specifically aim to degrade the child or the child's family. The legal entity must arrange for all staff to receive a minimum of two hours of training regarding Behavior Management. The training must be PQAS approved, in-person or live webinar. The legal entity must receive DHS approval of the training content prior to scheduling the training. The trainings may not be counted towards the 12 hours of training required by regulation.

During a complaint investigation conducted on 6-2-23, Staff Person #1 admitted to saying, "I am going to deck him" about Child #1 out of frustration on 5/22/23. Staff person #1 said this in front of Child #1.

Corrected by Aug 15, 2023

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3270.181(c) · 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.

The emergency contact & fee agreement forms for Child #1, Child #3, Child #4, Child #5 have not been updated since February, 2022. The emergency contact & fee agreement forms for Child #6 have not been updated since August, 2022.

Corrected by Apr 8, 2023

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3270.182(6) · A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading.

There is no signed parental consent for transportation or walking excursions for Child #1 or Child #3

Corrected by Apr 8, 2023

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3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Facility Person #2 may not work in a childcare position at the facility. 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 childcare position at the facility. The CPSL was revised on 9/18/2018 to include a requirement that all clearances be updated and on file at least every 60 months. The Child Protective Services Law (CPSL) was revised to include the requirement for the National Sex Offender Registry (NSOR) Clearance effective 9/30/2019. The CPSL also states that anyone hired after 9/30/19 was required to have the NSOR clearance to work in childcare. Current staff must have the NSOR clearance no later 7/1/20. CPSL was revised to include new hires that have resided out of Pennsylvania with in the 5 previous years must obtain State Police and Child abuse clearances from the state that they have resided.

Staff person #2 started at the facility on 5/2/22 and she does not have an NSOR clearance.

Corrected by Mar 8, 2023

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

The door frames in the Preschool & School Age rooms are damaged. The fence around the outdoor play space is missing the gate near the entrance to the facility. here is damaged wood along the fence around the outdoor play space. There is dirt on the side of the building that borders the outdoor play space & is accessible to the children when they are playing outside.

Corrected by May 14, 2023

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3270.124(b)(3)/3270.124(b)(6) · Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent. Emergency contact information must include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.

There is no work address or phone number listed on the emergency contact form for Child #1 or Child #2. There is no health insurance coverage or policy number listed on the emergency contact form for Child #4.

Corrected by Apr 8, 2023

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3270.151(a) · A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem.

Staff person #1 has not had an updated health assessment in more than 24 months; her last health assessment was completed on 10/1/20.

Corrected by Apr 8, 2023

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3270.192(2)(iv)/3270.192(5) · 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. 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.

Staff person #2 does not have verification of education or any reference letters.

Corrected by Apr 28, 2023

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3270.31(f)(10) · Staff persons shall complete professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire.

Staff person #3 did not complete Pediatric First Aid/CPR training within 90 days of starting at the facility.

Corrected by Mar 8, 2023

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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.

There is no verification that the updated emergency plan has been sent to the Northampton County Emergency Management Agency or the local municipality.

Corrected by Apr 8, 2023

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3270.131(a) · The operator shall require the parent of an enrolled child, including a child, a foster child and a relative of an operator or a facility person, to provide an initial health report no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility.

Child #1 does not have a health report on file.

Corrected by Apr 8, 2023

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3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.31(f)(10) · 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.Staff persons shall complete professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire.

Pediatric First Aid & CPR training for Staff Person #1 expired in 2/21. Pediatric First Aid & CPR training for Staff Person #2 expired in 12/21

Corrected by May 15, 2022

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

There is no verification of Fire Safety training for Staff Person #1, Staff Person #2, Staff Person #3, Staff Person #4 or Staff Person #5

Corrected by May 15, 2022

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

There is damaged wood along the fence around the outdoor play space. The spindles on the back of the gate to the outdoor play space aren't attached to the top of the gate

Corrected by May 15, 2022

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

There is peeling paint on the wood along the fence around the outdoor play space and on the trim on the bottom of the wall in the Pre-K #1 room

Corrected by May 15, 2022

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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.

The material is torn on the corners of a large foam block in the Preschool Room, resulting in exposed foam

Corrected by Mar 11, 2022

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3270.124(b)(2)/3270.124(b)(6) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.Emergency contact information must include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.

There is no physician's name, address or phone number on the Emergency Contact form for Child #1. There is no health insurance coverage on the Emergency Contact form for Child #1. There is no health insurance coverage or policy number on the Emergency Contact form for Child #2. There is no health insurance policy number on the Emergency Contact form for Child #3

Corrected by May 15, 2022

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