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Essington PA 19029 · License #CER-00247115 · Home-based · Group Child Care Home
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3280.14/3280.20 · A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations. State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.
During the renewal inspection on 09/08/25, the facility did not have a policy on file to address potential signs of shaking baby syndrome and abusive head trauma, strategies for coping with a crying or fussing child, and the prevention and identification of child maltreatment.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 22, 2025
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.32(a)/3280.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). 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.
During the renewal inspection on 09/08/25, Certification Representative reviewed the files for staff person #1 and found that the FBI clearance on file at the facility had expired.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 8, 2025
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.76 · Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards.
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During the renewal inspection on 09/08/25, the ceiling in the childcare room had three areas in need of repair due to ceiling stains.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 22, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.131(b)(2) · The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child.
During the renewal inspection on 09/08/25, Certification Representative reviewed the file for child #1. The file did not contain an updated health assessment completed within the last 12 months.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 29, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.31(f) · Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10.
During the renewal inspection on 09/08/25, Certification Representative reviewed the file for staff person #1 and found that the 1-hour update for Health and Safety training was not on file.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 22, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.31(e) · A staff person shall obtain an annual 12 clock hours of child care training.
During a renewal inspection conducted on 8/9/2022, 1 staff file was reviewed. Staff member # 1 file did not have verification of 12 hours of annual training in child care.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 11, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.124(b)(2) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.
During a renewal inspection conducted on 8/9/2022, 2 child files were reviewed. Child # 1 file contained an emergency contact form that did not list the child's physician's address. Child # 2 file contained an emergency contact form that did not list the child's physician's telephone number.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 11, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.124(b)(3) · Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
During a renewal inspection conducted on 8/9/2022, 2 child files were reviewed. Child # 1 file contained an emergency contact form did not list the work telephone number and work address of the enrolling parent. Child # 2 file contained an emergency contact form did not list the enrolling parent's work telephone number , work address , home telephone number and home address.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 11, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.124(b)(5) · Emergency contact information must include information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant or CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation.
During a renewal inspection conducted on 8/9/2022, 2 child files were reviewed. Child # 2 file contained an emergency contact form did not include information on the child's special needs.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 11, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.124(b)(7) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
During a renewal inspection conducted on 8/9/2022, 2 child files were reviewed. Child # 1 and 2 files contained emergency contact form that did not list the complete address of the person designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 11, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.182(6) · A child's record must contain signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading.
During a renewal inspection conducted on 8/9/2022, 2 child files were reviewed. Child # 2 file contained an emergency contact form where the parental consent for swimming and wading were not addressed.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 11, 2022
Category: transportation. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.31(e)(4)(i)/3280.33(c) · Competence is the completion of training by a professional in the field of first-aid and CPR. All staff persons shall renew their certification in pediatric first-aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on or before the expiration of the most current certification.One or more facility persons competent in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation techniques shall be at the facility when one or more children are in care.
During a renewal inspection conducted on 8/18/2021, 2 staff files were reviewed. Staff member # 1 file contained a CPR certificate that expired on 10/2020. Staff member # 2 file did not contain a CPR certification.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 8, 2021
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.32(a)/3280.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # 1 and 2 may not work in a child care position at the facility. A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person # 1and 2 may not work in a child care position at the facility.
During a renewal inspection conducted on 8/18/2021, 2 staff files were reviewed. Staff member # 1 and 2 files did not contain a FBI clearance. Facility Person # 1 and 2 may not work in a child care position at the facility.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 4, 2021
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.123(a)(7) · An agreement shall specify the services which are to be considered as extra.
During a renewal inspection conducted on 8/18/2021, 2 child files were reviewed. Child # 1 and 2 files contained fee agreements that did not specify the services which are to be considered as extra.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 19, 2021
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.124(b)(2) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.
During a renewal inspection conducted on 8/18/2021, 2 child files were reviewed. Child # 2 file contained an emergency contact form did not list the telephone number of the child's physician.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 19, 2021
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.124(b)(5) · Emergency contact information must include information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant or CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation.
During a renewal inspection conducted on 8/18/2021, 2 child files were reviewed. Child # 1 file contained an emergency contact form that did not address the section pertaining to the child's disability.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 24, 2021
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.124(b)(7) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
During a renewal inspection conducted on 8/18/2021, 2 child files were reviewed. Child # 2 file contained an emergency contact form that did not list the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 24, 2021
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.151(c)(1)/3280.192(3) · An adult health assessment must include a physical examination. A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.
During a renewal inspection conducted on 8/18/2021, 2 staff files were reviewed. Staff member # 1 file did not contain the results of an initial TB test.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 24, 2021
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.192(2)(i) · A facility person's record shall include verification of age.
During a renewal inspection conducted on 8/18/2021, 2 staff files were reviewed. Staff member # 1 and 2 files did not contain a valid form of identification. Staff member # 1 drivers license that was submitted expired on 3/22/2008. Staff member # 2 driver's license expired on 10/26/2004.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 24, 2021
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3280.95(a)/3280.95(b) · (a) Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)).(b) The primary staff person or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements in subsection (a) are met.
During a renewal inspection conducted on 8/18/2021, the provider was not able to provide proof of purchase of a fire detection system that is in compliance with Act 62.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 2, 2021
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.