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Early Connections/Harbor Homes Early Lrng Ctr
1841 E 18TH ST, Erie PA 16510 · License #CER-00248276 · Child Care Center
Contact
- Phone
- (814) 899-3310
- Website
- www.earlyconnectionserie.org
- Address
- 1841 E 18TH ST, Erie PA 16510 · Directions
Hours
Not published by the state. Owners can add hours via profile claim.
Care & schedule
When they operate
Ages served
- 4-Star quality rating
- Accepts Child Care Works subsidy
- Licensed for 38 children
How this facility compares
Violations per inspection, 3-yrInspection history & violations
Source: Pennsylvania DHS, Office of Child Development and Early Learning- Violation
3270.34(a)(6) · A director is responsible for written evaluation of staff persons on a regular basis, a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months.
The most recent annual written evaluations in the file for Staff Person #2 exceeded 12 months between evaluations.
Corrected by Oct 10, 2025
- Violation
3270.66(a) · Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children.
The child-proof lock on the lower cabinet next to the refrigerator on the toddler side of the PreK room was broken. The door on the storage cabinet on the Pre-K side of the Pre-K room was broken. This made cleaning products stored in these cabinets accessible to children.
Corrected by Sep 30, 2025
- Violation
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.
Observed a dangling green wire extending from a utility box on the building surface in the outdoor play space.
Corrected by Sep 22, 2025
- Violation
3270.102(a) · Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts.
Observed dirt and debris under the mat of the diaper changing table located on the toddler side of the Pre-K Room.
Corrected by Sep 16, 2025
- Violation
3270.124(b)(3) · Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
The emergency contact forms in the files for Child #1 and #3 did not include the work address and phone number of the enrolling parent.
Corrected by Sep 22, 2025
- Violation
3270.131(b)(1)/3270.182(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 shall contain initial and subsequent health reports.
The file for Child #1, a young toddler, does not include an updated health report conducted within the past 6 months.
Corrected by Oct 10, 2025
- Violation
3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(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 shall contain initial and subsequent health reports.
The file for Child #4, a preschool child, does not include an updated health report conducted within the past 12 months.
Corrected by Sep 30, 2025
- Violation
3270.131(d)(7) · A health report shall include a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.
The most recent health report in the file for Child #2 does not include a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.
Corrected by Sep 30, 2025
- Violation
3270.151(a)/3270.192(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 initial health assessment in the file for Staff Person #1 was conducted more than 12 months prior to the staff person's first day working in child care and is not valid.
Corrected by Sep 24, 2025
- Violation
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 first parent update for the emergency contact form in the file for Child #3 was greater than 6 months after the child's first day in attendance. The emergency contact form in the file for Child #2 has not been updated by the parent in the past 6 months.
Corrected by Sep 17, 2025
- Violation
3270.131(a)/3270.182(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 shall contain initial and subsequent health reports.
The initial health report in the file for Child #3 is not dated and therefore cannot be determined if the health report is timely.
Corrected by Sep 25, 2025
- Violation
3270.14/3270.21 · A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations.State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.
Staff #1 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff #1 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Get Started with Center-Based Care - Revised 2022.
Corrected by May 15, 2025
- Violation
3270.31(f) · Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10.
Staff #1 has not completed the required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (SEE IS CODE SHEET): Get Started with Center-Based Care - Revised 2022. Staff #1 completed the 10 hour training on 7/14/22, but did not complete the 1 hour update.
Corrected by May 18, 2025
- Violation
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) · Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)). The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met.
The fire alarm 30-day test log included test dates 12/13/25-1/13/25, more than 30 days apart.
Corrected by Jul 3, 2025
- Violation
3270.51 · When children are grouped in similar age levels, the following maximum child group sizes and ratios of staff persons apply: Infants 1:4 with a maximum group size of 8; Young toddlers 1:5 with a maximum group size of 10; Older toddlers 1:6 with a maximum group size of 12; Preschool children 1:10 with a maximum group size of 20; Young school-age children 1:12 with a maximum group size of 24; Older school-age children 1:15 with a maximum group size of 30.
Based on video footage, Child #1 was observed running out the PS Room and into the internal lobby to open the door for their parent. At the time of the incident, Staff #1 was responsible for Child #1 and was not present with the child in the internal lobby. Staff #1 stood in the doorway of the PS Room watching Child #1 in the lobby but remained in the room with the remaining children in their supervision group.
Corrected by May 16, 2025
- Violation
3270.52 · When children are grouped in mixed age levels, the age of the youngest child in the group determines the staff:child ratio and maximum group size in accordance with the requirements in § 3270.51 (relating to similar age level).
Based on interviews, when bathroom breaks are needed 1 staff member will stand in the middle of the Toddler/PS room to supervise both the toddlers and the preschoolers, even if that puts the classroom out of ratio.
Corrected by May 16, 2025
- Violation
3270.113(a)(1) · Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises.
Based on video footage, Child #1 was observed running out the PS Room and into the internal lobby to open the door for their parent. At the time of the incident, Staff #1 was responsible for Child #1 and was not present with the child in the internal lobby. Staff #1 stood in the doorway of the PS Room watching Child #1 in the lobby but remained in the room with the remaining children in their supervision group.
Corrected by May 23, 2025
- Violation
3270.66(a) · Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children.
Observed cleaning products (bleach, soapy water, detergent), which were accessible to children, in the lower cabinet next to the dryer in the Preschool Room. The child-proof lock on the door of the cabinet was not secure.
Corrected by Oct 8, 2024
- Violation
3270.66(d) · Toxic plants are not permitted in a child care space.
Observed two pothos plants in on a ledge in the Preschool Room.
Corrected by Oct 8, 2024
- Violation
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.
Observed flaking rust on the bottoms of both of the exit doors and door frames in the Preschool Room. Observed a wall panel, which was peeling away from the wall, beside the exit door on the right side of the Preschool Room.
Corrected by Oct 17, 2024
- Violation
3270.124(e) · A written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency shall be displayed conspicuously in every child care space and shall accompany a staff person who leaves on an excursion with children.
The emergency transportation plan was not posted in the gym.
Corrected by Oct 8, 2024
- Violation
3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(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 shall contain initial and subsequent health reports.
The file for Child #1, a Preschool Child, did not include an updated health report conducted within the past 12 months.
Corrected by Oct 8, 2024
- Violation
3270.151(a)/3270.192(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 most recent updated health assessments in the file for Staff Person #1 exceeded 24 months between assessments.
Corrected by Oct 8, 2024
- Violation
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) · Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)). The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met.
The fire drill/fire system test log documented one time when fire system checks exceeded 30 days between checks. 5/3/24-6/28/24.
Corrected by Oct 8, 2024
- Violation
3270.14/3270.21 · A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations.State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.
The one-hour Health and Safety Updates in the files for Staff Person #1 and #2 were conducted after the prescribed timeframe of 12/30/22.
Corrected by Sep 13, 2023
- Violation
3270.21 · Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.
Observed two pair of adult scissors, which were accessible to children, on a shelf in the Preschool Room.
Corrected by Sep 13, 2023
- Violation
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) · Staff persons shall participate, at least annually, in firesafety training conducted by a fire protection professional. Staff persons and volunteers shall receive training in maintenance of smoke detectors, the duties of facility persons during a fire drill and during a fire and the use of the facility's fire extinguishers, not including discharge of the fire suppressant agent.
The most recent fire safety trainings in the file for Staff Person #2 exceeded 12 months between trainings: 2/21/22-4/10/23.
Corrected by Sep 13, 2023
- Violation
3270.34(b)(1)/3270.192(2)(ii) · A director shall have attained a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education or the human services field and 1 year of experience with children. 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 #3, a Director, lacked verification of one year experience with children.
Corrected by Sep 29, 2023
- Violation
3270.77(a) · Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.
Observed peeling paint on the outlet cover near the block center in the Toddler Area of Preschool Room.
Corrected by Sep 15, 2023
- Violation
3270.102(a) · Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts.
Observed dirt and debris under the mats of the diaper changing tables. The basketball set in the gross motor room was not secure, which creates a potential toppling hazard.
Corrected by Sep 13, 2023
- Violation
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 in the file for Child #4 did not include the address of the physician.
Corrected by Sep 15, 2023
- Violation
3270.131(b)(1)/3270.182(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 shall contain initial and subsequent health reports.
The most recent updated health reports in the file for Child #1, a Young Toddler, exceeded 6 months between reports.
Corrected by Sep 19, 2023
- Violation
3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(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 shall contain initial and subsequent health reports.
The most recent updated health reports in the file for Child #3, a Preschool Child, exceeded 12 months between reports.
Corrected by Sep 13, 2023
- Violation
3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) · A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP. The facility shall implement dismissal policies in accordance with the Department of Health regulation in 28 Pa. Code § 27.77 (relating to immunization requirements for children in child care group settings). Child #1 and 2 must be dismissed from care by close of business 9/13/23 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 record in the file for Child #1, Young Toddler, 21 months old, lacked documentation of 4th DTAP, 1st Hep A, and a flu shot administered within the past year and a letter of exemption from the parent or physician. The most recent immunization record in the file for Child #2 lacked documentation of a flu shot administered within the past year or a letter of exemption from the parent or physician.
Corrected by Sep 13, 2023
- Violation
3270.135(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 of the hands-free can in the Infant Room was not functioning properly.
Corrected by Sep 13, 2023
- Violation
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) · Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)). The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met.
The fire drill/fire system test log documents three times when system checks were performed more than 30 days apart: 3/17/23-4/17/23, 4/17/23-5/25/23, 5/25/23-6/29/23.
Corrected by Sep 13, 2023
- Violation
3270.27(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 and kept on file at the facility.
The file for staff person #1 lacked documentation of reviewing the emergency plan annually. The two most recent reviews for staff person #1 are dated more than 12 months apart: 3/26/21 and 9/20/22.
Corrected by Sep 27, 2022
- Violation
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.
The two most recent fire safety trainings in the file for staff person #1 are dated more than one year apart: 8/10/20 and 9/26/22.
Corrected by Oct 4, 2022
- Violation
3270.82(h) · A facility person and an able child shall wash his hands after toileting and before eating. A sign on which this requirement is written shall be posted at each toilet, training chair, diapering area and sink in the facility.
In the child's bathroom, a handwashing sign was not posted above the toilet.
Corrected by Sep 27, 2022
- Violation
3270.103 · Toys and objects with a diameter of less than 1 inch, objects with removable parts that have a diameter of less than 1 inch, plastic bags and styrofoam objects may not be accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths.
The diaper changing pad was observed to be torn on the left side exposing the foam interior exposing the children to a choking hazard in the Infant room.
Corrected by Sep 27, 2022
- Violation
3270.105 · High chairs shall have a wide base and a T-shaped safety strap.
In the Infant room, one high chair was observed to lack a T-shaped safety strap.
Corrected by Sep 27, 2022
- Violation
3270.106(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 Infant room, rest equipment was observed to lack labels with the names for specific children.
Corrected by Sep 27, 2022
- Violation
3270.123(a)(1) · An agreement shall specify the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week.
The agreement form on file for child #5 lacked the amount of the fee to be paid for services.
Corrected by Sep 28, 2022
- Violation
3270.123(b)/3270.182(8) · A parent shall receive the original agreement. The facility shall retain a copy of the agreement. A child's record shall contain a copy of the initial agreement and subsequent written agreements between the parent and the operator. The parent receives the original agreement.
The agreement form on file for child #1, #2, #4, and #5 was observed to contain the initial agreement form, in which the facility should contain a copy of the initial agreement form and the parent should receive the original agreement.
Corrected by Sep 28, 2022
- Violation
3270.124(b)(3) · Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
The emergency form on file for child #2, #4 and #5 lacked information on the enrolling parent's work address. The emergency form on file for child #2, #3 and #4 lacked information on the enrolling parent's work telephone number.
Corrected by Oct 10, 2022
- Violation
3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3) · Emergency contact information must include the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care. A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission.
The emergency form on file for child #4 lacked parental consent for emergency medical care on the emergency contact form.
Corrected by Sep 30, 2022
- Violation
3270.124(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 file for child #3 lacked information on the emergency form of the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant or CRNP, which is needed for an emergency.
Corrected by Oct 10, 2022
- Violation
3270.124(b)(6) · Emergency contact information must include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.
The emergency form on file for child #4 and #5 lacked the policy number for health insurance coverage.
Corrected by Oct 10, 2022
- Violation
3270.124(b)(7) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
The emergency form on file for child #5 lacked the address of in the individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Corrected by Oct 4, 2022
- Violation
3270.124(f)/3270.181(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 #3 and #4 contained an emergency contact form that was not updated within 6 months of the previous update.
Corrected by Oct 10, 2022
- Violation
3270.131(b)(1)/3270.182(1) · The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddlerA child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports.
The file for child #1 lacked an updated health report within the last 12 months of previous health report.. The file for child #3 lacked an updated health report within the last 6 months of previous health report.
Corrected by Oct 10, 2022
- Violation
3270.133(1) · A prescription or nonprescription medication may be accepted only in an original container. The medication shall remain in the container in which it was received.
The first aid bag in the Toddler room was observed to contain an Epinephrine Injection medication that was not in the original container.
Corrected by Sep 30, 2022
- Violation
3270.133(5) · Medication shall be stored in accordance with the manufacturer's or health professional's instructions on the original label.
In the Toddler room, the locked medication box contained two boxes of the medication Albuterol Sulfate Inhalation Solution that was observed to have an expiration to discard on 2/26/22.
Corrected by Sep 27, 2022
- Violation
3270.151(a)/3270.192(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 for staff person #1 was observed to have documentation of a health assessment that was not renewed before the expiration date of the most current certification. The health assessments on file for staff #1 are dated 1/9/19 and 2/12/21.
Corrected by Sep 27, 2022
- Violation
3270.166(4) · Disposable nursers and bottles shall be labeled with the child's name.
The refrigerator in the Infant room was observed to contain an infant's bottle that lacked the label of the child's name.
Corrected by Sep 27, 2022
- Violation
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 file for child #3 and #4 contained a financial agreement form that was not updated within 6 months of the previous update.
Corrected by Sep 30, 2022
- Violation
3270.182(5) · A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission.
The emergency forms on file for child #4 observed to be lacking parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff
Corrected by Sep 30, 2022
- Violation
3270.94(a)(1) · The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that fire drills are conducted at least once every 60 days.
The facility had documentation of fire drills being conducted that exceeded 60 days from 1/25/22 - 4/12/22 and 7/7/22 - 9/23/22.
Corrected by Sep 27, 2022
- Violation
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) · Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)). The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met.
The facility had documentation of fire testing that exceeded 30 days from 7/7/22 and 9/23/22.
Corrected by Sep 27, 2022
- Violation
3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services).
The file for Staff #1 contained two child abuse clearances that were more than 60 months apart.
Corrected by Oct 22, 2021
- Violation
3270.123(a) · An agreement shall be signed by the operator and the parent.
The file for Child #2 contained an agreement that was lacking the operator's signature.
Corrected by Oct 25, 2021
- Violation
3270.123(a)(1) · An agreement shall specify the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week.
The file for Child #5 contained an agreement that was lacking the amount of the fee to be charged by day or by week.
Corrected by Oct 22, 2021
- Violation
3270.123(a)(3) · The services to be provided to the family and the child, including the Department's approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided. The operator shall complete and update the form and provide a copy to the family in accordance with the updates regarding emergency contact information in § 3270.124(f) (relating to emergency contact information).
The file for Child #2 contained an agreement form that was lacking the services the facility provides to the children.
Corrected by Oct 22, 2021
- Violation
3270.123(a)(4) · An agreement shall specify the child's arrival and departure times.
The file for Child #1 and #4 both contained an agreement form that was lacking the child's arrival and departure times.
Corrected by Oct 22, 2021
- Violation
3270.123(a)(5) · An agreement shall specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
The file for Child #1 and #4 both contained an agreement form that was lacking the persons to whom the child can be released.
Corrected by Oct 25, 2021
- Violation
3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2) · An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission.A child's record shall contain the dates of application, admission and withdrawal of the child.
The file for Child #1 contained an agreement that was lacking the child's enrollment date.
Corrected by Oct 12, 2021
- Violation
3270.124(b)(2) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.
The file for Child #4 contained an emergency contact form that was lacking the phone number of the child's physician.
Corrected by Oct 25, 2021
- Violation
3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3) · Emergency contact information must include the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care. A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission.
The file for Child #5 contained an emergency contact form that was lacking signed parental consent for emergency medical care.
Corrected by Oct 25, 2021
- Violation
3270.124(b)(6) · Emergency contact information must include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.
The file for Child #5 contained an emergency contact form that was lacking the name of the child's health insurance and the policy number.
Corrected by Oct 27, 2021
- Violation
3270.124(b)(7) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
The file for Child #4 contained an emergency contact form that was lacking the address of the persons to whom the child can be released.
Corrected by Oct 22, 2021
- Violation
3270.131(e)(1) · The facility shall require the parent to provide updated written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of ongoing vaccines administered to an infant, toddler or preschool child in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP.
The file for Child #1 contained an immunization record that was lacking one dose DTAP, one dose Pneumococcal, and one dose of Hepatitis A. The file for Child #3 contained an immunization record that was lacking 2-3 doses of Rotovirus. The file for Child #5 contained an immunization record that was lacking 2-3 doses of Rotovirus, one dose of DTAP, one dose of HIB, 2 doses of Pneumococcal, and one dose of polio.
Corrected by Oct 27, 2021
- Violation
3270.182(5) · A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission.
The file for Child #5 contained an emergency contact from that was lacking signed parental consent for the administration of minor first aid by facility staff.
Corrected by Oct 27, 2021
- Violation
3270.94(a)(1) · The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that fire drills are conducted at least once every 60 days.
The fire drill log at the facility showed a fire drill conducted on 3/10/21 and the next one not until 8/19/21 which is more than 60 days apart.
Corrected by Oct 12, 2021
Questions to ask on your tour
Generated from this facility's specific inspection record
- 1The Sep 16, 2025 inspection noted: “The most recent annual written evaluations in the file for Staff Person #2 exceeded 12 months between evaluations.” — what has changed since then?
- 2The May 14, 2025 inspection noted: “Staff #1 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff #1 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for childre…” — what has changed since then?
- 3The May 14, 2025 inspection noted: “Based on video footage, Child #1 was observed running out the PS Room and into the internal lobby to open the door for their parent. At the time of the incident…” — what has changed since then?
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