Blessed Hope Group Day Care Home-1

3280.31(e)/3280.192(2)(iii) · A staff person shall obtain an annual 12 clock hours of child care training. 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 staff person #3 lacked 12 hours of child care training that were completed between 1/3/24 and 1/3/25.

Corrected by Aug 19, 2025

View 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.

The files for staff persons #1, #2, and #3 lacked pediatric first-aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on or before the expiration of the most current certification. The files for staff persons #1 and #2 had pediatric first-aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) training in their files dated 3/31/23 and 5/6/25. The file for staff person #3 pediatric first-aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) training in the file dated 3/31/23 and 6/4/25.

Corrected by Aug 19, 2025

View state record

3280.124(b)(3) · Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.

The file for child #1 lacked emergency contact information that included the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.

Corrected by Aug 19, 2025

View 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 file for child #1 lacked emergency contact information that included the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

Corrected by Aug 19, 2025

View 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 #2 who is a preschool child lacked a health report that was completed 12 months from the previous health report. The child health reports in the file are dated 2/15/24 and 4/4/25.

Corrected by Aug 19, 2025

View state record

3280.151(c)(5) · An adult health assessment must include the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care.

The file for staff person #1 lacked an adult health assessment that included the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care.

Corrected by Sep 1, 2025

View state record

3280.26(a)(6) · Emergency drills shall be conducted annually. Annual emergency drills shall be documented and on file at the facility.

It was observed that the last emergency drill was conducted on 7/14/23.

Corrected by Aug 19, 2025

View 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.

The Fire Drill and Fire Detection Log was observed for the 30-day smoke detector checks. There were 33 days between 1/10/25 and 2/12/25 and 35 days between 3/18/25 and 4/22/25.

Corrected by Aug 19, 2025

View state record

3280.65 · Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.

In classroom #2 an outlet was observed that was missing a protective receptacle cover on the wall under the chalkboard.

Corrected by Sep 5, 2024

View state record

3280.32(a)/3280.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #1 may not work in a child care position at the facility.

The file for staff person #1 who was hired as a primary staff person on (See LIS Code Sheet) lacked State Police, Child Abuse, and FBI Clearances that were completed within the past 60 months. The State Police Clearance in the file was dated 7/30/19. The Child Abuse Clearance in the file was dated 7/17/19. The FBI Clearance in the file was dated 8/16/19. The files for staff persons #1 and #2 lacked dated disclosure statements.

Corrected by Sep 30, 2024

View state record

3280.76 · 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.

In classroom #2 the baseboard was missing causing visible hazards including rough edges on the plaster.

Corrected by Oct 30, 2024

View state record

3280.124(b)(3) · Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.

The file for child #2 lacked emergency contact information that included a work address and work telephone number for the enrolling parent.

Corrected by Aug 29, 2024

View 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 file for child #2 lacked emergency contact information that included the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

Corrected by Aug 29, 2024

View state record

3280.124(f)/3280.181(c) · The parent shall update in writing emergency contact information once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information. A parent is required to review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information.

The file for child #1 lacked emergency contact information and financial agreement that was reviewed six months from the previous six months. The emergency contact information and financial agreement reviews were dated 4/25/23 and 2/9/24.

Corrected by Aug 29, 2024

View state record

3280.77(a) · Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.

Observed peeling paint above the baseboards on the window side of the main room.

Corrected by Aug 11, 2023

View state record

3280.72(b) · Windows or doors used for ventilation shall be screened when open.

Four windows were open in the main room on the day of the inspection. Two of the windows lacked screens and two of the windows had screens that were not pulled down.

Corrected by Aug 10, 2023

View state record

3280.123(a)(3) · An agreement shall specify 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 at § 3280.124(f).

The files for Child #1 and #2, who have been enrolled for more than 6 months, lacked child service reports.

Corrected by Aug 10, 2023

View 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). Children # 1 and #2 must be dismissed from care by close of business 8/10/23 and may only return to care when the immunization record is updated or when a parent provides a written, signed exemption letter.

The most recent immunization records in the files for Child #1 and #2 did not include documentation of a flu shot administered within the past year or a letter of exemption from the parent or physician.

Corrected by Aug 10, 2023

View 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.

The facility was not documenting fire system checks every thirty days.

Corrected by Aug 10, 2023

View state record

3280.131(a)/3280.182(1) · 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. A child's record must contain initial and subsequent health reports.

The initial health report in the file for Child #1 was conducted more than 60 days after the child's first day in care.

Corrected by Aug 10, 2023

View state record

3280.171(a) · The operator shall notify local traffic safety authorities in writing of the location of the facility and about the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the group child care facility.

The facility did not have on file an annual letter to local traffic safety authorities of the location of the facility and about the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the group child care facility.

Corrected by Aug 10, 2023

View state record

3280.26(a) · The facility shall have an emergency plan.

The facility did not have an emergency plan.

Corrected by Jun 30, 2023

View 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.

Because the facility did not have an emergency plan. Staff Person #1 and #2, who have been employed for more than 90 days (See LIS Code Sheet), lacked initial training in the emergency plan.

Corrected by Jun 30, 2023

View state record

3280.26(d)/3280.26(e) · The operator shall post the emergency plan in the facility at a conspicuous location. The operator shall provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining the emergency procedures. The operator shall also provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining any subsequent update to the plan.

Because the facility lacked an emergency plan, an emergency plan was not posted at the facility or provided in a letter to parents explaining the emergency procedures.

Corrected by Jun 30, 2023

View state record

3280.32(a)/3280.192(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 and #2 may not work at the facility.

The file for Staff Person #1, who has resided out of state in the past five years, did not include the required out of state clearances for Ohio. The files for Staff Person #1 and #2, who have worked at the facility for more than 45 days (See LIS Code Sheet), did not contain NSOR Clearances.

Corrected by Jun 22, 2023

View state record

3280.66(a) · Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be stored in an original labeled container or in a container that specifies the content. Toxics shall be kept in a locked area or in an area inaccessible to children, and shall be stored away from food, food preparation areas and child care spaces.

Observed in the main room on the computer table, two bottles of hand sanitizer and a Glade air freshener, which were accessible to children.

Corrected by Jun 21, 2023

View state record

3280.76 · 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.

Observed the following: Baseboard peeling or missing at the bottom of several areas in the main room and at the bottom of the steps from entrance. Leaves and broken pieces of caulking in the window frames. Rust and a sharp edge on the vent cover near the organ in the gym. Wall partition separating on the right side in the gym and two nails protruding from the wall partition. Dirt and debris on the carpeted hallway outside the main child care space and in the gym.

Corrected by Jun 30, 2023

View 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 files for Staff Person #1 and #2 lacked an initial health assessment.

Corrected by Jun 30, 2023

View 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 file for Staff Person #1, a Primary Staff Person, lacked a high school diploma and verification of two years experience. The file for Staff Person #2, a Secondary Staff Person, lacked verification of two years experience.

Corrected by Jun 30, 2023

View 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.

The facility has not been conducting monthly fire system checks. No fire system checks have been documented since previous renewal. The facility did not have a proof of purchase on file for the interconnected smoke detectors.

Corrected by Oct 28, 2022

View state record

3280.14/3280.15(b) · 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.(b) The legal entity shall maintain ongoing compliance with the applicable requirements prescribed by the Department of Labor and Industry in 34 Pa. Code § 403.23 and under section 1016(c) of the act at all times following issuance of any certificate of compliance granted by the Department under this chapter.

The facility does not have a current certificate of occupancy.

Corrected by Dec 5, 2021

View state record

3280.17 · The legal entity shall have comprehensive general liability insurance to cover all persons who are on the premises. A current copy of the insurance policy shall be on file at the facility.

2nd citation; originally cited 8/19/2021: The provider did not have a copy of the current liability insurance on file at the facility.

Corrected by Nov 18, 2021

View 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.

2nd citation; originally cited 8/19/2021:The posted certificate of compliance expired 11/4/2020.

Corrected by Nov 4, 2021

View state record

3280.17 · The legal entity shall have comprehensive general liability insurance to cover all persons who are on the premises. A current copy of the insurance policy shall be on file at the facility.

The provider did not have a copy of the current liability insurance on file at the facility.

Corrected by Sep 17, 2021

View state record

3280.76 · 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 window ledges and frames and floors were visibly dirty.

Corrected by Sep 17, 2021

View state record

3280.23(f) · A valid photo identification of the primary staff person or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall be provided to the agent of the Department at the time of inspection.

Facility person #1, identified as the primary staff person, presented an expired photo identification card.

Corrected by Sep 17, 2021

View 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 provider demonstrated an operable hard-wired interconnected fire detection system but does not have documentation that the system has been tested every 30 days and does not have documentation of an annual system inspection by a fire safety professional. The provider does not have proof of purchase of the interconnected system.

Corrected by Sep 17, 2021

View 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.

The posted certificate of compliance expired 11/4/2020. The provider does not have a means of providing parents with information on electronically accessing the regulations.

Corrected by Sep 17, 2021

View state record