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Ymca Learning Center
111 W Park St, Franklin PA 16323 · License #CER-00244157 · Child Care Center
Contact
- Phone
- (814) 432-2138
- Website
- franklinymca.org
- Address
- 111 W Park St, Franklin PA 16323 · 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 93 children
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Violations per inspection, 3-yrInspection history & violations
Source: Pennsylvania DHS, Office of Child Development and Early Learning- Violation
3270.112 · Infants and toddlers shall be provided stimulation by being held, rocked, talked to, played with and carried.
Based on staff statements, Child #1 was left to cry for approximately 45 minutes while in the care of Staff #1. Child #1 was not provided stimulation by being held, rocked, talked to, played with, or carried.
Corrected by Mar 27, 2026
- 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. Until such time as the required pre-service trainings are completed, Staff #1 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an Assistant Group Supervisor who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise Staff #1, Staff #1 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.
Staff #1 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #1 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Pediatric First Aid/CPR training.
Corrected by Mar 16, 2026
- Violation
3270.31(f) · Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10. Until such time as the required training has been completed, Staff #1 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an Assistant Group Supervisor who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff available to supervise Staff #1, Staff #1 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.
Staff #1 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric First Aid/CPR.
Corrected by Mar 16, 2026
- Violation
3270.31(f)(10) · Staff persons shall complete professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire.
The file for Staff #2 contained Pediatric First Aid/CPR dated 5.9.24 which was more than 90 days after their hire date.(see LIS code sheet)
Corrected by Jun 10, 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 file for Child #2 who has been enrolled for more than 60 days was lacking an initial child heath report.
Corrected by Jun 30, 2025
- Violation
3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person #3 and #5 -- may not work in a child care position at the facility.
The file for Staff #3 contained a Child Abuse Clearance dated 5.12.2020 which is more than 60months old. The file for Staff #4 contained an NSOR clearance that was dated 12.19.24 which is more than 45 days after the staff's start date. (See LIS code sheet) The file for Staff #5 was lacking a state police clearance.
Corrected by Jun 10, 2025
- Violation
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 file for Staff #1 was lacking proof of a high school diploma.
Corrected by Jun 11, 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.
In the infant room the child lock on the cupboard under the sink was broken making liquid tide accessible to the children in the room.
Corrected by Jun 10, 2025
- 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.
The toilets in the boys restroom in the Preschool room were lacking handwashing signs above the toilets.
Corrected by Jun 10, 2025
- Violation
3270.131(b)(2) · The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child.
The file for Child #1 who is a preschool age child contained a child health report that was obtained more than 12 months ago.
Corrected by Jun 13, 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 file for Child #3 contained a child health report that was lacking a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.
Corrected by Jun 30, 2025
- Violation
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 file for Staff #3 contained an initial TB screening that was conducted more than 12 months prior to the staff's start date at the facility and did not indicate the results of the screening.
Corrected by Jun 30, 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.
At approximately 1:25 PM Facility Persons #1, #2 and #3 were supervising a total of 12 preschoolers in the preschool space. When asked to identify which children they were each responsible for supervising, Facility Person #1 indicated they were not assigned specific children for supervision purposes. Facility Person #2 claimed responsibility for five specific children, and then Facility Person #3 claimed responsibility for six specific children, including two children claimed by Facility Person #2. Two children were identified by both staff, and three other children were not identified by any staff as their responsibility to supervise.
Corrected by May 4, 2025
- 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.
Fire drill logs at the facility indicate that fire drills were conducted on 12/19/24, then again on 2/26/24, more than 60 days apart.
Corrected by Apr 7, 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 last date listed on the documentation of the facility's smoke detector testing indicates that smoke detectors were tested on 12/31/25. Subsequent documentation of testing does not provide the date, only the calendar month and staff initials. Act 62 require smoke detectors to be tested, and testing documented, at least every 30 days.
Corrected by Apr 4, 2025
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3270.113(d) · A facility person may not use harsh, demeaning or abusive language in the presence of children.
Based on interviews, there were multiple occasions where staff #1 raised her voice in a harsh tone towards the children.
Corrected by Feb 3, 2025
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3270.66(b) · Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be stored in an original labeled container or in a container that specifies the content. Toxics shall be stored away from food, food preparation areas and child care spaces.
In the preschool room, observed a bottle of soapy water which lacked a label that specifies the content.
Corrected by Dec 16, 2024
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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 persons #3 and 4 will have until 15 days from POC requested date to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff persons #3 and 4 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an AGS who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff available to supervise staff persons #3 and 4-, staff persons #3 and 4 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.
Staff persons #3 and 4- have not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Staff #3 and 4 - Pediatric CPR/FA and Health and Safety Training.
Corrected by Dec 28, 2024
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3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Facility Person #2 and 4 -- 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.
The files for staff #1 and 3, lack the most current disclosure statement required by the CPSL. The file for staff #2, lacks a DHS FBI clearance and the most current disclosure statement required by the CPSL. The file for staff #4, who was a provisional hire, lacks an NSOR within 45 days of hire. SEE IS CODE SHEET.
Corrected by Dec 19, 2024
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3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to Child Protective Services). Staff person #4 will have until 15 days from POC requested date) to complete the mandated reporter training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #4 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an AGS who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise staff person #4, staff person #4 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.
Staff person #4 has not completed the mandated reporter training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet
Corrected by Aug 22, 2024
- Violation
3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) · An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years 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 #3, who holds the title of assistant group supervisor, lacks verification of a high school diploma.
Corrected by Dec 17, 2024
- Violation
3270.133(2) · A staff person shall administer a prescription medication only if written instructions are provided from the individual who prescribed the medicine. Instructions for administration contained on a prescription label are acceptable.
Observed prescription medication for child #1. Written instructions from the individual who prescribed the medication were not on file..
Corrected by Dec 17, 2024
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3270.133(3) · The label of a medication container shall identify the name of the medication and the name of the child for whom the medication is intended. Medication shall be administered to only the child whose name appears on the container.
Observed Children's Ibuprofen which lacked the name of the child for whom the medication was intended.
Corrected by Dec 16, 2024
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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 #4, lacks a health assessment within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting.
Corrected by Dec 17, 2024
- Violation
3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3) · 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. 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 #4, lacks a TB screening by the Mantoux method within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting.
Corrected by Dec 17, 2024
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3270.192(5) · A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
The file for staff #2, lacks one written, nonfamily reference. The file for staff #4 lacks two written, nonfamily references.
Corrected by Dec 17, 2024
- 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 last fire drill on file was not within the last 60 days. This is evidenced by the most current fire drill on file with date of 10/15/24.
Corrected by Dec 19, 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 facility's emergency plan lacked a continuity of operations plan for the aftermath of a disaster.
Corrected by Jul 19, 2024
- Violation
3270.27(e) · The operator shall provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining the emergency procedures. The operator shall also provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining any subsequent update to the plan.
The parent letter explaining emergency procedures did not address lockdown and accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions.
Corrected by Jul 31, 2024
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3270.31(f) · Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10.
The file for staff #7 lacks health and safety training within 90 days of hire. SEE IS CODE SHEET. There is now health and safety training on file and dated 5/14/24.
Corrected by Jul 12, 2024
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3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # 6 and 11 may not work in a child care position at the facility. PROVISIONAL HIRE UNSUPERVISED: A provisional employee may not be permitted to work alone with children and must work within the vicinity of a permanent employee. A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #--- may not work in a child care position at the facility.
There was more than 60 months between FBI clearances on file for staff #1. This is evidenced by FBI clearance dates on file of 1/28/19 and 2/26/24. There was more than 60 months between PA State Police clearances on file for staff #2. This is evidenced by PA State Police clearance dates on file of 6/27/18 and 3/18/24. The file for #3 lacked an NSOR on or before initial start date in a child care position. SEE IS CODE SHEET. There is now an NSOR on file and dated 5/21/24. There was more than 60 months between PA State Police and FBI clearances on file for staff #5. This is evidenced by PA State Police and FBI clearance dates of - State Police - 8/27/18 and 9/1/23 and FBI- 8/20/18 and 11/27/23. The file for staff #6 lacks a PA State Police, Arizona criminal history and sex offender, and Virginia and Texas required clearances under the CPSL and lacked an NSOR prior to start date in a child care position. SEE IS CODE SHEET. There is an NSOR on file and dated 5/24/24. There was more than 60 months between FBI clearances on file for staff #8. This is evidenced by FBI clearance dates on file of 10/23/18 and 12/11/23. The file for staff #11 lacks the Child Abuse clearance required under the CPSL.
Corrected by Jul 12, 2024
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3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services).
The file for staff #4, lacked mandated reporter training within 90 days of hire. SEE IS CODE SHEET. This is evidenced by the mandated reporter training date on file of 5/15/24. There was more than 60 months between mandated reporter trainings on file for staff #5. This is evidenced by mandated reporter training dates on file of 9/25/18 and 10/27/23.
Corrected by Jul 12, 2024
- Violation
3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii) · A staff person or a substitute staff person shall meet one of the applicable staff qualifications for the position in which the person is performing. 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 #7, who holds the title of assistant group supervisor, lacks 2500 hours of verified child care experience.
Corrected by Aug 1, 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.
There was more than 12 months between updated health reports on file for children #1 and 4. This is evidenced by dates of Child #1- 5/15/23 and 6/3/24 and Child #4 - 8/22/22 and 11/1/23.
Corrected by Jul 12, 2024
- Violation
3270.131(d)(5) · A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP.
The most current health reports on file for children #3, 4 and 5 lack a review of the child's immunized status.
Corrected by Jul 31, 2024
- 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 health reports on file for children #3, 4 and 5 lack a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.
Corrected by Jul 31, 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.
There was more than 24 months between health assessments on file for staff #5 and 10. This is evidenced by health assessment dates on file of - Staff #5 - 9/16/21 and 12/5/23 and Staff #10 - 4/27/22 and 5/15/24. The files for staff #7 and 11 lack an initial health assessment within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting. SEE IS CODE SHEZET. There is now a health assessment on file for staff #7 and dated 7/5/23.
Corrected by Sep 20, 2024
- Violation
3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3) · 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. 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 #7 lacks a TB screening by the Mantoux method within 12 months prior to providing service in a child care setting. SEE IS CODE SHEET. There is now a TB screening on file and dated 7/5/23. The file for staff #11 lacks a TB screening by the Mantoux method within 12 months prior to providing service in a child care setting.
Corrected by Jul 12, 2024
- Violation
3270.151(c)(2)(ii) · A record of a person with a positive tuberculin skin test shall include the results of a chest x-ray and evaluation for chemoprophylaxis.
The file for staff #9, whose record contains a positive TB skin test, lacks the results of a chest x-ray and evaluation for chemoprophylaxis within 12 months of providing service in a child care setting.
Corrected by Jul 16, 2024
- Violation
3270.151(c)(3)/3270.151(c)(5) · An adult health assessment must include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination. An adult health assessment must include the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care.
The most current health assessment on file for staff #3 lacks an examination for communicable disease and the results of that examination and the staff's suitability to provide child care.
Corrected by Sep 20, 2024
- 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 #2 lacks a review of the fee agreement within the past six months. This is evidenced by the last review dated 12/11/23.
Corrected by Jul 15, 2024
- Violation
3270.25(a) · The facility's current certificate of compliance shall be posted in a conspicuous location used by parents. The operator shall provide the parent of each child enrolled with information on how to access the regulations in this chapter electronically and with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional child care office.
The facility's current certificate of compliance was not posted.
Corrected by Jul 12, 2024
- Violation
3270.27(f) · The operator shall send a copy of the emergency plan and subsequent plan updates to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.
The facility file lacks documentation that the operator sent the most recent update of the emergency plan to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.
Corrected by Sep 20, 2024
- Violation
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 #--- may not work in a child care position at the facility.
The file for staff person #2, whom was hired as an assistant group supervisor on (See LIS Code Sheet), lacked an NSOR verification certificate within 45 days of hire and was not removed from the childcare. The NSOR verification certificate in the file is date 2/16/23.
Corrected by Jun 6, 2023
- 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.
In the preschool room Expo White Board Cleaner spray was on the teacher's desk accessible to the children. The spray was labeled "Keep Out of Reach of Children".
Corrected by Jun 6, 2023
- 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 school-age classroom it was observed that handwashing signs were not posted above the toilet.
Corrected by Jun 6, 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.
In the preschool room a toy yellow hard hat was observed to be broken causing rough edges and sharp corners.
Corrected by Jun 6, 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).
The file for child #1 lacked an influenza vaccination according to recommendations of the ACIP. Child #1 was not dismissed 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).
Corrected by Jun 7, 2023
- Violation
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 person #1 lacked a health assessment that was completed 24 months from the previous health assessment. The health assessments in the file are dated 7/10/20 and 10/14/22.
Corrected by Jun 6, 2023
- 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.
It was observed in the child restroom the 1st stall was missing a posted hand washing sign above the toilet.
Corrected by Jun 23, 2022
- Violation
3270.124(b)(3) · Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
The file for child #4 lacked emergency contact information that included the work address and work telephone number of the enrolling parent.
Corrected by Jun 23, 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 files for children #2 and #3 lacked emergency contact information that included 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.
Corrected by Jun 23, 2022
- Violation
3270.131(d)(2) · A health report shall include a list of the child's allergies.
The file for child #1 lacked a health report that the doctor completed a list of the child's allergies.
Corrected by Jun 24, 2022
- 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 file for child #2 lacked a health report that included a statement from the doctor that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.
Corrected by Jun 27, 2022
Questions to ask on your tour
Generated from this facility's specific inspection record
- 1The Mar 10, 2026 inspection noted: “Based on staff statements, Child #1 was left to cry for approximately 45 minutes while in the care of Staff #1. Child #1 was not provided stimulation by being h…” — what has changed since then?
- 2The Mar 10, 2026 inspection noted: “Staff #1 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #1 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for…” — what has changed since then?
- 3The Jun 10, 2025 inspection noted: “The file for Staff #2 contained Pediatric First Aid/CPR dated 5.9.24 which was more than 90 days after their hire date.(see LIS code sheet)” — what has changed since then?
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