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CORNER OF 38TH & CHERRY ST, Erie PA 16508 · License #CER-00246532 · Center · Child Care Center
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3270.113(a) · 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.
According to staff statements, on 9/12/25, Staff person #1 was transitioning 12 young school age children from their classroom to the school bus when Child #1 was placed on the wrong school bus. Staff person #1 walked back into the building and staff person #2 realized that child #1 was put on the wrong bus. Staff person #1 called the bus company to let them know. The bus company said they would bring Child #1 right back to the childcare. Child #1 was on the wrong school bus for approximately 10 minutes before being brought back to the childcare.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 27, 2025
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.113(a)(1) · Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises.
According to staff statements, on 9/12/25, Staff person #1 was transitioning 12 young school age children from their classroom to the school bus when Child #1 was placed on the wrong school bus. Staff person #1 walked back into the building and staff person #2 realized that child #1 was put on the wrong bus. Staff person #1 called the bus company to let them know. The bus company said they would bring Child #1 right back to the childcare. Child #1 was on the wrong school bus for approximately 10 minutes before being brought back to the childcare.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 27, 2025
Disposition: Compliant - Finalized
Disposition: Compliant - Finalized
Disposition: Compliant - Finalized
Disposition: Compliant - Finalized
Disposition: Compliant - Finalized
Disposition: Compliant - Finalized
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Data synced from Pennsylvania DHS, Office of Child Development and Early Learning on Jul 8, 2026 · Source records · Report an error
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.117(a) · A child shall be released only to the child's parent or to an individual designated in writing by the enrolling parent. A child shall be released to either parent unless a court order on file at the facility states otherwise.
Child #1 was put on the Montessori school bus instead of being put on the Millcreek school bus during the before school program.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 27, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 #6 lacked emergency plan training that was completed 12 months from the previous emergency plan training. The emergency plan training in the file is dated 5/31/24 and 6/6/25.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 8, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(f) · Staff person(s) shall complete professional development in the topics of 3270.31(f)(1 -- 10) within 90 days of hire. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #5 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 #5, staff person #5 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.
Staff person #5 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (See LIS code sheet): Mandated Reporter Training and Health and Safety Training.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 22, 2025
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). 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.
The file for staff person #1 who was hired as an assistant group supervisor on (See LIS Code Sheet) lacked a State Police Clearance. The file for staff person #5 who was hired as an assistant group supervisor on (See LIS Code Sheet) lacked a Child Abuse Clearance.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 8, 2025
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.34(a)(6) · A director is responsible for written evaluation of staff persons on a regular basis, a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months.
The files for staff person #2, #3, #4, and #6 lacked a staff evaluation that was completed 12 months from the previous staff evaluation. The staff evaluations in the file are dated 1/15/24 and 4/21/25.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 8, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.66(a) · Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children.
In Room #6 on top of the washer one jug of Purex laundry detergent and two jugs of Prime Source bleach labeled "Keep Out of Reach of Children" were accessible to the children.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 8, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
In the Fun n Fit classroom in the restroom a hole was observed in the wall behind the door. The doorstop on the wall was pushed through the wall creating a hole.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 22, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.102(a) · Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts.
In Room #4 the school-age classroom a red plastic toy bin was observed to have a broken corner causing rough edges and sharp corners. In Room #6 a clear plastic toy bin was observed to be cracked creating pinch and crush points.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 8, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2) · 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. 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.
The file for staff person #1 lacked an initial health assessment. The file for staff person #3 lacked a health assessment that was completed within the past 24 months. The health assessment in the file is dated 5/9/23.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 8, 2025
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.36(b)(5) · An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children.
The files for staff persons #1 and #2 lacked high school diploma or a general educational development certificate. The files for staff persons #2 and #3 lacked 2 years experience with children.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 11, 2025
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 lacked an initial health assessment.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 11, 2025
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.192(5) · A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
The file for staff person #1 lacked two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 11, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.66(a) · Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children.
In the Youth Department classroom an unlocked cabinet under the sink was observed to contain a jug of Clorox and container of Comet both labeled "Keep Out of Reach of Children."
Corrected Corrected by Nov 20, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
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 girls restroom two handwashing signs were observed to be missing in the toilet stalls. In the boys restroom one handwashing sign was observed to be missing in the toilet stall.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 20, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.102(a) · Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts.
In Room #6 a plastic toy bin was observed to be cracked causing rough edges, sharp corners, and pinch and crush points.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 30, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 emergency plan training that was completed in the last 12 months. The emergency plan training in the file was dated 6/11/23.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 2, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 lacked a health assessment that was completed within the past 24 months. The health assessment in the file was dated 6/9/22.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 31, 2024
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
During the complaint investigation on 6/26/24 staff interviews and written statements verified that child #1 was left inside the childcare unsupervised for approximately three minutes. Staff person #1 and staff person #2 took 15 preschool children outside after taking the children to the restroom. After the staff and children went out to the playground child #1 came out of the restroom and was found by facility person #3. Facility person #3 took child #1 downstairs to staff person #4. Staff person #4 took child #1 out to the playground to staff person #1 and staff person #2 who were responsible for supervising child #1.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 23, 2024
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.113(a) · 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.
During the complaint investigation on 6/26/24 staff interviews and written statements verified that child #1 was left inside the childcare unsupervised for approximately three minutes. Staff person #1 and staff person #2 took 15 preschool children outside after taking the children to the restroom. After the staff and children went out to the playground child #1 came out of the restroom and was found by facility person #3. Facility person #3 took child #1 downstairs to staff person #4. Staff person #4 took child #1 out to the playground to staff person #1 and staff person #2 who were responsible for supervising child #1.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 23, 2024
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.113(a)(1) · Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises.
During the complaint investigation on 6/26/24 staff interviews and written statements verified that child #1 was left inside the childcare unsupervised for approximately three minutes. Staff person #1 and staff person #2 took 15 preschool children outside after taking the children to the restroom. After the staff and children went out to the playground child #1 came out of the restroom and was found by facility person #3. Facility person #3 took child #1 downstairs to staff person #4. Staff person #4 took child #1 out to the playground to staff person #1 and staff person #2 who were responsible for supervising child #1.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 23, 2024
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.102(a) · Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts.
In Room 1 and Room 4, resting mats were observed to be ripping and not in good repair.
Corrected Corrected by May 24, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Facility person #1 may not work at the facility.
The file for facility person #1, who is the bus driver for the day care facility, was observed not to contain documentation of application of an FBI clearance prior to date of hire (See IS CODE SHEET) required for provisional hiring under the CPSL. The FBI clearance results in the file are dated 1/19/24. The file for facility person #1 was observed not to contain NSOR clearance results. The file for facility person #1 was observed not to contain a valid child abuse and neglect clearance from New York where the staff person resided in the 5 years prior to employment, within 45 days of hire (See IS CODE SHEET).
Corrected Corrected by May 28, 2024
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.173(a) · The staff-child ratios specified in §§3270.51 and 3270.52 apply when infant, young or older toddler and preschool children are transported.
On 4/30/24 at approximately 7:40am, 2 staff persons, 20 school age children, 1 young toddler, and 1 facility person were observed on the bus outside of the facility getting ready to transport the school age children to school. Staff person #2 identified 12 school age children and staff person #3 identified 8 school age children in their assigned groups. Facility person #1, who identified themselves as the bus driver and not a staff person, verified the young toddler was their daughter.
Corrected Corrected by May 28, 2024
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.111(a) · A written plan of daily activities and routines, including a time for free play shall be established for each group. The plan shall be flexible to accommodate the needs of individual children and the dynamics of the group.
A written plan of daily activities and routines was not posted in the Fun and Fit room.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 8, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.74 · The telephone number of the nearest hospital, police department, fire department, ambulance and poison control center shall be posted by each telephone in the facility.
Emergency telephone numbers were not posted in the Fun and Fit room near the telephone in the room.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 8, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
A written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency was not posted in the Fun and Fit room.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 8, 2024
Category: transportation. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
In the Fun and Fit room, a plastic wall plate was observed to be cracked and not in good repair.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 13, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
On 9/20/23 at 7:15 AM, Child #1 was left alone in a stairwell without supervision for 15 minutes while the group continued to the School Age classroom and without Staff #1 being aware that the child was not within the group.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 24, 2023
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.113(a) · 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.
On 9/20/23 at 7:15 AM, Child #1 was left alone in a stairwell without supervision for 15 minutes while the group continued to the School Age classroom and without Staff #1 being aware that the child was not within the group.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 24, 2023
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.113(a)(1) · Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises.
On 9/20/23 at 7:15 AM, Child #1 was left alone in a stairwell without supervision for 15 minutes while the group continued to the School Age classroom and without Staff #1 being aware that the child was not within the group.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 24, 2023
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.192(2)(iii) · 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. 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 #1 includes verification of First Aid/CPR training dated 9/22/21, after the expiration date of 9/22/23.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 11, 2023
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) · Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)). The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met.
The fire alarm 30-day test log includes test dates 5/1/23-6/1/23 and 8/1/23-9/1/23, more than 30 days apart.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 16, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.182(7) · A child's record shall contain reports of accidents, injuries and illnesses involving a child in care at the facility. The original report shall be given to the parent on the day of the incident. The second copy of the report shall be retained at the facility in an accident file. The third copy of the report shall be retained at the facility in the child's file.
Based on staff statements and documentation, an accident report for Child #1 was not provided to the parent on the day of the incident, 7/18/23. The incident report was provided to the parent through email on 7/19/23.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 15, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(c) · When children are in the facility, emergency contact information shall be present in a child care space for children receiving care in the space.
Emergency contact information was not present in the pool area where 15 school-age children were receiving care.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 15, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.14/3270.21 · A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations.State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.
The file for staff person #2 was observed to lack completion of the following pre-service training by December 30, 2022: Pennsylvania Health and Safety Update 2022. The training on file was observed to be dated 2/1/23.
Corrected Corrected by May 18, 2023
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to Child Protective Services). Facility person #8 will have until 6/1/23 to complete the mandated reporter training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, facility person #8 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 person(s) available to supervise facility person #8, facility person #8 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.
Facility person #8 has not completed the mandated reporter training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet).
Corrected Corrected by May 19, 2023
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services).
The file for staff person #3 was observed to have documentation of Mandated Reporter training that was not renewed before the expiration date of the most current certification required under CPSL. The two most current trainings on file are dated 2/27/18 and 3/23/23.
Corrected Corrected by May 18, 2023
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.34(a)(6) · A director is responsible for written evaluation of staff persons on a regular basis, a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months.
The file for staff person #6 lacked a written staff evaluation written by the Director within the last 12 months.
Corrected Corrected by May 18, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.66(c) · Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be used in a way that does not contaminate play surfaces, food, food preparation areas and does not constitute a hazard to the children.
In Room 3, a bottle of baby oil and hand sanitizer were observed in a storage cabinet on a shelf above children's food. The bottle of baby oil was observed to be leaking and dripping onto the shelves below where the food was observed.
Corrected Corrected by May 18, 2023
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 soap dispenser in the bathroom in Room 4 was observed to be cracked and was not in good repair.
Corrected Corrected by May 18, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.102(a) · Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts.
Mats used for rest equipment were observed to be ripped in Room 3. Two plastic bins that contained children's toys were observed to be cracked in Room 4. A sink handle to a children's kitchen playset was observed to have broken off in Room 5. These conditions expose the children in care to rough edges, sharp corners and were not in good repair.
Corrected Corrected by May 18, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.107 · A facility shall have an operable, clean refrigerator used to store potentially hazardous foods. The refrigerator shall be capable of maintaining food at 45° F or below. An operating thermometer shall be placed in the refrigerator.
The thermometer in the refrigerator in Room 5 measured temperature at -5° F. Upon closer inspection, it was determined that that the thermometer was inoperable.
Corrected Corrected by May 18, 2023
Category: nutrition. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 #4 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 #4 are dated 3/10/21 and 3/24/23. The file for staff person #5 was observed to have a health assessment that was not completed within 12 months prior to date of hire (See LIS CODE SHEET). The health assessment on file for staff person #5 has a date of 3/6/23. The file for staff person #7 was observed not to contain documentation of a health assessment being completed within 12 months prior to date of hire (See LIS CODE SHEET).
Corrected Corrected by May 18, 2023
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.151(c)(2) · 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.
The files for staff persons #1 and #5 lacked documentation of a tuberculosis screening at initial employment (See LIS CODE SHEET). The tuberculosis screening on file for staff person #1 has a date of 3/8/23 and staff person #5 has a date of 3/8/23. The file for staff person #7 was observed not to have documentation of a tuberculosis screening at initial employment (See LIS CODE SHEET).
Corrected Corrected by May 18, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.192(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 #7 lacked verification of education and experience to qualify them for a position at the facility.
Corrected Corrected by May 18, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.14/3270.21 · A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations.State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.
The file for staff person #1, date of hire (see IS code sheet), is lacking verification of completing the Pennsylvania Health and Safety Update 2022 by 12/30/2022 as required.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 27, 2023
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.113(a) · *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.
*Based on conversations with Director and staff, review of documents, and physical site review of the playground and alley behind the playground, the following event occurred: On September 14, 2022, between 9:00 AM -10:00 AM, Staff Person #1 and staff # 2 were supervising a group of 15 preschool children on the 38th Street Playground. Staff Person #1 was responsible for supervising 7 preschool children. Staff Person #2 was responsible for supervising 8 preschool children. During this time, Child #1, who was to be supervised by Staff Person #1, left the playground through an unlocked gate and walked down an alley behind the facility premises. The alley is located between two high traffic roads, 38th Street and Peach Street. Staff # 1 and Staff # 2 did not know Child #1 was missing until an unknown member of the YMCA came over to notify staff that Child#1 was splashing in a water puddle near a garage in the alley alone and unsupervised.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 29, 2022
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 conversations with Director and staff, review of documents, and physical site review of the playground and alley behind the playground, the following event occurred: On September 14, 2022, between 9:00 AM -10:00 AM, Staff Person #1 and staff # 2 were supervising a group of 15 preschool children on the 38th Street Playground. Staff Person #1 was responsible for supervising 7 preschool children. Staff Person #2 was responsible for supervising 8 preschool children. During this time, Child #1, who was to be supervised by Staff Person #1, left the playground through an unlocked gate and walked down an alley behind the facility premises. The alley is located between two high traffic roads, 38th Street and Peach Street. Staff # 1 and Staff # 2 did not know Child #1 was missing until an unknown member of the YMCA came over to notify staff that Child#1 was splashing in a water puddle near a garage in the alley alone and unsupervised. Then Staff #2 left the playground to retrieve Child #1, leaving Staff #1 alone to supervise 14 Preschool children.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 29, 2022
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
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).
On November 16, 2022, between 8:00 AM to 8:05 AM, Staff Person #1 and Staff Person #3 were observed supervising a mixed group of 18 School Age and 8 Preschool children in the Youth Department located on the first floor of the facility.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 29, 2022
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.113(a) · **The Legal Entity shall require all staff persons at the facility to attend a minimum 2-hour in-person training regarding supervision of children presented by the ELRC within 1 month of the approval of this plan of correction. The training may count towards the mandatory 12 training hours required by the Department.
**Based on conversations with Director and staff, review of documents, and physical site review of the playground and alley behind the playground, the following event occurred: On September 14, 2022, between 9:00 AM -10:00 AM, Staff Person #1 and staff # 2 were supervising a group of 15 preschool children on the 38th Street Playground. Staff Person #1 was responsible for supervising 7 preschool children. Staff Person #2 was responsible for supervising 8 preschool children. During this time, Child #1, who was to be supervised by Staff Person #1, left the playground through an unlocked gate and walked down an alley behind the facility premises. The alley is located between two high traffic roads, 38th Street and Peach Street. Staff # 1 and Staff # 2 did not know Child #1 was missing until an unknown member of the YMCA came over to notify staff that Child#1 was splashing in a water puddle near a garage in the alley alone and unsupervised. A roster of all staff and proof of attendance for the training will be submitted to the Regional Office.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 21, 2023
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.113(a) · ***The Director shall develop and implement a tangible hands-free system for identifying specific children for whom each staff person is responsible and for tracking children during transition periods. All staff will utilize the identification method appropriately at all times while on duty at the facility. When a new child enrolls at the facility, a supervision card will be present at the facility on the child's first day of attendance.
***Based on conversations with Director and staff, review of documents, and physical site review of the playground and alley behind the playground, the following event occurred: On September 14, 2022, between 9:00 AM -10:00 AM, Staff Person #1 and staff # 2 were supervising a group of 15 preschool children on the 38th Street Playground. Staff Person #1 was responsible for supervising 7 preschool children. Staff Person #2 was responsible for supervising 8 preschool children. During this time, Child #1, who was to be supervised by Staff Person #1, left the playground through an unlocked gate and walked down an alley behind the facility premises. The alley is located between two high traffic roads, 38th Street and Peach Street. Staff # 1 and Staff # 2 did not know Child #1 was missing until an unknown member of the YMCA came over to notify staff that Child#1 was splashing in a water puddle near a garage in the alley alone and unsupervised.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 29, 2022
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.113(a) · ****The Director shall develop and implement a reporting system for which all staff can report safety or environmental concerns regarding the facility premises. This is to include concerns in all childcare spaces and play spaces. The Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises. The reporting system will be developed within 1 month of the approval of this plan of correction. The reporting system will be maintained on file at the facility for review by Certification Representative.
****Based on conversations with Director and staff, review of documents, and physical site review of the playground and alley behind the playground, the following event occurred: On September 14, 2022, between 9:00 AM -10:00 AM, Staff Person #1 and staff # 2 were supervising a group of 15 preschool children on the 38th Street Playground. Staff Person #1 was responsible for supervising 7 preschool children. Staff Person #2 was responsible for supervising 8 preschool children. During this time, Child #1, who was to be supervised by Staff Person #1, left the playground through an unlocked gate and walked down an alley behind the facility premises. The alley is located between two high traffic roads, 38th Street and Peach Street. Staff # 1 and Staff # 2 did not know Child #1 was missing until an unknown member of the YMCA came over to notify staff that Child#1 was splashing in a water puddle near a garage in the alley alone and unsupervised.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 2, 2023
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.113(a) · ***** The Director shall conduct monthly meetings for a period of 4 months. All staff persons at the facility will be in attendance. The director will discuss prior noncompliance and polices to ensure compliance with supervision. Staff meeting dates, agenda, and name of staff in attendance shall be documented. The documentation shall be maintained on file at the facility for review by Certification Representative.
*****Based on conversations with Director and staff, review of documents, and physical site review of the playground and alley behind the playground, the following event occurred: On September 14, 2022, between 9:00 AM -10:00 AM, Staff Person #1 and staff # 2 were supervising a group of 15 preschool children on the 38th Street Playground. Staff Person #1 was responsible for supervising 7 preschool children. Staff Person #2 was responsible for supervising 8 preschool children. During this time, Child #1, who was to be supervised by Staff Person #1, left the playground through an unlocked gate and walked down an alley behind the facility premises. The alley is located between two high traffic roads, 38th Street and Peach Street. Staff # 1 and Staff # 2 did not know Child #1 was missing until an unknown member of the YMCA came over to notify staff that Child#1 was splashing in a water puddle near a garage in the alley alone and unsupervised.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 6, 2023
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.113(a) · ****** The Director shall monitor supervision in all child care spaces 3 times a week for a period of 4 months. The supervision checks will be documented. The documentation will include the date, time, room name, staff present in room, number of children present by age and an assessment of the staff ability to meet the definition of supervision per the regulations. The document shall be maintained on file at the facility for review by Certification Representative.
******Based on conversations with Director and staff, review of documents, and physical site review of the playground and alley behind the playground, the following event occurred: On September 14, 2022, between 9:00 AM -10:00 AM, Staff Person #1 and staff # 2 were supervising a group of 15 preschool children on the 38th Street Playground. Staff Person #1 was responsible for supervising 7 preschool children. Staff Person #2 was responsible for supervising 8 preschool children. During this time, Child #1, who was to be supervised by Staff Person #1, left the playground through an unlocked gate and walked down an alley behind the facility premises. The alley is located between two high traffic roads, 38th Street and Peach Street. Staff # 1 and Staff # 2 did not know Child #1 was missing until an unknown member of the YMCA came over to notify staff that Child#1 was splashing in a water puddle near a garage in the alley alone and unsupervised.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 6, 2023
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.113(a)(1) · Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises.
Based on conversations with Director and staff, review of documents, and physical site review of the playground and alley behind the playground, the following event occurred: On September 14, 2022, between 9:00 AM -10:00 AM, Staff Person #1 and staff # 2 were supervising a group of 15 preschool children on the 38th Street Playground. Staff Person #1 was responsible for supervising 7 preschool children. Staff Person #2 was responsible for supervising 8 preschool children. During this time, Child #1, who was to be supervised by Staff Person #1, left the playground through an unlocked gate and walked down an alley behind the facility premises. The alley is located between two high traffic roads, 38th Street and Peach Street. Staff # 1 and Staff # 2 did not know Child #1 was missing until an unknown member of the YMCA came over to notify staff that Child#1 was splashing in a water puddle near a garage in the alley alone and unsupervised.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 2, 2023
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.182(7) · A child's record shall contain reports of accidents, injuries and illnesses involving a child in care at the facility. The original report shall be given to the parent on the day of the incident. The second copy of the report shall be retained at the facility in an accident file. The third copy of the report shall be retained at the facility in the child's file.
Based on conversation with staff and review of files, an incident involving child #1 being hit with a stick on the playground occurred on 7/27/22. This incident report was not given to the parent until 8/1/22.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 19, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.183(b) · A facility person may not disclose information concerning a child or family, except in the course of inspections and investigations by agents of the Department.
Based conversation with the director, and review of the file, when a parent requested a copy of Child's #1 file, they were given an incident report for child# 2.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 29, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
On 9/30/22 at approximately 3:30 PM, based on discussions with staff and observation of video footage: Staff Person #1 released Child #1 and stood in the classroom doorway, while supervising a group of children who were still in the classroom. Staff Person #1 watched Child #1 walk down the hall. When Child #1 turned the corner of the hall, Child #1 could not be seen by Staff Person #1. When Child #1 turned the corner of the hall, Child #1 could be seen by Staff Person #2, whose room is in the opposite hallway. Staff Person #2 also stood in the doorway while supervising a group of children who were still in the classroom. While supervising their own groups, Staff Person #1 and #2 could not adequately supervise Child #1. Subsequently, Child #1 walked down the stairs to be picked up by a family member on first floor. While walking down the steps, Child #1 could not be seen by either staff person.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 5, 2022
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.113(a) · 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.
On 9/30/22 at approximately 3:30 PM, based on discussions with staff and observation of video footage: Staff Person #1 released Child #1 and stood in the classroom doorway, while supervising a group of children who were still in the classroom. Staff Person #1 watched Child #1 walk down the hall. When Child #1 turned the corner of the hall, Child #1 could not be seen by Staff Person #1. When Child #1 turned the corner of the hall, Child #1 could be seen by Staff Person #2, whose room is in the opposite hallway. Staff Person #2 also stood in the doorway while supervising a group of children who were still in the classroom. While supervising their own groups, Staff Person #1 and #2 could not adequately supervise Child #1. Subsequently, Child #1 walked down the stairs to be picked up by a family member on first floor. While walking down the steps, Child #1 could not be seen by either staff person.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 5, 2022
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.113(a)(1) · Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises.
On 9/30/22 at approximately 3:30 PM, based on discussions with staff and observation of video footage: Staff Person #1 released Child #1 and stood in the classroom doorway, while supervising a group of children who were still in the classroom. Staff Person #1 watched Child #1 walk down the hall. When Child #1 turned the corner of the hall, Child #1 could not be seen by Staff Person #1. When Child #1 turned the corner of the hall, Child #1 could be seen by Staff Person #2, whose room is in the opposite hallway. Staff Person #2 also stood in the doorway while supervising a group of children who were still in the classroom. While supervising their own groups, Staff Person #1 and #2 could not adequately supervise Child #1. Subsequently, Child #1 walked down the stairs to be picked up by a family member on first floor. While walking down the steps, Child #1 could not be seen by either staff person.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 5, 2022
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.75(c) · A first-aid kit must contain the following: soap, an assortment of adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, tweezers, tape, scissors and disposable, nonporous gloves.
The 1st aid kit in the S/A room lacked gloves.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 5, 2022
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.192(2)(iii) · 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. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.
The current Pediatric First Aid/CPR Training in the file for Staff Person #1 was conducted after the previous certification had expired.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 4, 2022
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(f) · Staff person(s) shall complete professional development in the topics of 3270.31(f)(1 -- 10) within 90 days of hire. Staff person #9 will have until 11/15/22 to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #9 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an AGS or higher who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff available to supervise staff person #9, staff person #9 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.
Staff person #9 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Health and Safety Training.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 4, 2022
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(f)/3270.192(2)(iii) · Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.
The initial Health and Safety Trainings in the files for Staff Person #7 and #11 were conducted prior to September 30, 2016. The approved Health and Safety Trainings in the files for Staff Person #7 and #11 were conducted on 5/11/22 and 5/10/22.
Corrected Corrected by May 11, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). 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 #12 may not work at the facility.
The clearances in the file for Staff Person #1 exceeded 60 months between clearances. State Police: 8/26/15-3/5/21. Child Abuse: 11/24/15-3/2/21. FBI: 10/10/15-3/3/21. The NSOR certificate in the file for Staff Person #1 was after the 6/30/20 deadline required by the CPSL (3/4/21). The NSOR certificate in the file for Staff Person #2 was after the 6/30/20 deadline required by the CPSL (1/20/21). The current FBI clearance in the file for Staff Person #3 was conducted after Housebill 360 deadline of 12/30/20 (2/16/21). The FBI clearances in the file for Staff Person #6 exceeded 60 months between clearances: 11/17/16-11/18/21. The receipt for fingerprinting in the file for Staff Person #8 was dated after the staff person's first day working in child care. The NSOR application in the file for Facility Person #12 was conducted after the facility person's first day working with children. The file for Facility Person #12 did not include an NSOR certificate.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 1, 2022
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services).
The most recent Mandated Reporter Trainings in the file for Staff Person #4 exceeded 60 months between trainings: 1/3/17-2/2/22.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 2, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.66(a) · Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children.
Observed glass cleaner in an unlocked cabinet in the Fun and Fit Room..
Corrected Corrected by Oct 5, 2022
Marked corrected in the state record.
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 damaged ceiling tiles in the following areas: Entrance of the Fun and Fit Room. S/A Room-by the clock and in the corner facing the playground. In the Penguin Room midway through room. Observed weeds and debris along the rear fence and trash in various places in the 38th street playground. Racquetball court #4 was missing a baseboard, which created rough edges
Corrected Corrected by Oct 28, 2022
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.81 · A visual strip or other visual identification shall be placed on glass located in a traffic area, a child care space or a play space.
The window, which is at floor height, in the Fun and Fit Room lacked a visual strip/identification.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 1, 2022
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(6) · Emergency contact information must include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.
The emergency contact form in the file for Child #2 lacked the health insurance policy number.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 5, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(7) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
The emergency contact form in the file for Child #3 lacked the address for one of the release persons.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 5, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 contain an updated health report conducted within the past 12 months.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 13, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 files for Staff Person #1, #2, #4, #5 and #7 exceeded 24 months between assessments.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 5, 2022
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 form in the file for Child #3, who has been enrolled for more than 6 months, has not been updated by the parent.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 4, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(f)(10)/3270.192(2)(iii) · Staff persons shall complete professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.
The Pediatric First Aid/CPR trainings in the file for Staff Person #8 was conducted more than 90 days after the staff person's date of hire.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 29, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 #4 was conducted more than 60 days after the child's start date.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 11, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 facility person #1 was conducted after the facility person's first day working at the facility.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 15, 2022
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.14/3270.21 · A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations.State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation.Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.
The emergency plan for the facility did not include requirements for continuity of 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).
Corrected Corrected by Aug 31, 2022
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(f)/3270.192(2)(iii) · Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.
The Health and Safety Trainings in the files for Staff Person #2 and #3 were conducted more than 90 days after the staff persons' first day working in child care.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 4, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). 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 is beyond 45 day provisional hire period, did not include an FBI Clearance.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 8, 2022
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.32(a)/3270.192(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 Mandated Reporter Training in the file for Staff Person #4 was conducted more than 90 days after the staff person's first day working in child care.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 4, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 concrete and an exposed steel rod along the bottom of the building in the Cherry Street side Playground.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 12, 2022
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.77(a) · Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.
Observed flaking paint along the white wall in the Cherry Street side playground.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 12, 2022
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.102(a) · Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts.
Observed peeling rubber coating on the bottom step of the sliding board set on the 38th Street side Playground.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 31, 2022
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 did not include an initial health assessment/TB Screening. The health assessment/TB Screening in the file for Staff Person #2 was conducted after the staff person's first day working in child care. The TB Screenings in the files for Staff Person #3 and #4 were conducted after the staff persons' first day working in child care.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 12, 2022
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(f)(10)/3270.192(2)(iii) · Staff persons shall complete professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.
The Pediatric First Aid/CPR training in the file for Staff Person #3 was conducted more than 90 days after the staff person's first day working in child care.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 4, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) · Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)).The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met.
The fire system check log documented the following dates when fire system checks were conducted more than 30 days apart: 2/1-3/4, 3/4-4/4, 4/4-5/11, and 6/5-7/20.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 4, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.151(c)(3) · An adult health assessment must include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination.
The file for Staff #1 contained a health assessment form that stated that the staff was not free from communicable disease and did not give any explanation.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 1, 2021
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.27(a)(5) · The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
The emergency plan for the facility was lacking accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 27, 2021
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 #1 and #5 both were lacking initial emergency plan training within 7 days of start date. The file for Staff #3 contained two emergency plan trainings that were more than 12 months apart.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 21, 2021
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(e)(4)(i) · Competence is the completion of training by a professional in the field of first-aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). All staff persons shall renew their certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on or before the expiration of the most current certification.
The file for Staff #3 contained a Pediatric First Aid Training Card that was expired.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 24, 2021
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(f)/3270.31(f)(10) · Staff persons shall complete professional development in the following topics within 90 days of hire:Pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
The file for Staff #5, 7, 8,9 and 11 all were lacking Pediatric First Aid within 90 days of hire.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 21, 2021
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(f) · Staff persons shall complete professional development in the following topics within 90 days of hire:
The file for Staff #5, 7 and 11 are all lacking the required Health and Safety Training.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 28, 2021
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.151(a) · A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem.
The file for Staff #2, 5 and 19 all contained a health assessments that were obtained after their start date.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 21, 2021
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person #8 and 11 -- may not work in a child care position at the facility.
The file for Staff #1 and #5 both contained an NSOR certificate that was obtained more than the 45 day provisional hire period. The file for Staff #4 contained a mandated reporter training that was not obtained through an approved provider. The file for Staff #6 contains two state police and child abuse clearances that are more than 60 months apart. The file for Staff #8 contained an FBI clearance that was obtained thru the Department of Education. The file for Staff #11 was lacking an FBI clearance.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 28, 2021
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.32(a)/3270.192(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 Staff #5 was lacking mandated reporter training within 90 days of start date. The file for Staff #6 contained two mandated reporter trainings that were more than 60 months apart.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 22, 2021
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.66(a) · Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children.
In the owl room, the cupboard under the sink contained Epson Salt, Air Neutralizer and dish soap that was accessible to the children in the room.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 21, 2021
Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
The toilet area in the Fun and Fit Room was lacking handwashing signs above the sink and toilet.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 21, 2021
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
In the owl room the cupboard under the sink contained empty garbage bags that were accessible to the children.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 21, 2021
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.107 · A facility shall have an operable, clean refrigerator used to store potentially hazardous foods. The refrigerator shall be capable of maintaining food at 45° F or below. An operating thermometer shall be placed in the refrigerator.
The refrigerator in the owl room was lacking a thermometer to ensure that it was keeping a safe temperature for storing potentially hazardous foods.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 21, 2021
Category: nutrition. Marked corrected in the state record.