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Greensburg Ymca Early Childhood Learning Center
101 S Maple Ave, Greensburg PA 15601 · License #CER-00250684 · Child Care Center
Contact
- Phone
- (724) 834-0150
- s.sites@gbgymca.org
- Website
- www.greensburgymca.org
- Address
- 101 S Maple Ave, Greensburg PA 15601 · Directions
Hours
Not published by the state. Owners can add hours via profile claim.
Care & schedule
When they operate
Ages served
- 2-Star quality rating
- Accepts Child Care Works subsidy
- Licensed for 318 children
How this facility compares
Violations per inspection, 3-yrInspection history & violations
Source: Pennsylvania DHS, Office of Child Development and Early Learning- Violation
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) · Staff persons shall participate, at least annually, in fire safety training conducted by a fire protection professional. Staff persons and volunteers shall receive training in maintenance of smoke detectors, the duties of facility persons during a fire drill and during a fire and the use of the facility's fire extinguishers, not including discharge of the fire suppressant agent.
The file for staff #1 contained a current fire safety training certificate dated 2/9/26.The training was obtained greater than one year past the prior training, obtained 1/9/26.
Corrected by Jun 11, 2026
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3270.67(d) · Trash that has been contaminated by human secretions or excrement shall be contained in closed, plastic-lined receptacles.
There was an unlidded garbage can that contains trash contaminated by human secretions in the bathroom located next to the gym.
Corrected by Jun 11, 2026
- Violation
3270.77(a) · Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.
There was peeling paint on the wall next to the bathroom door in the gym.
Corrected by Jun 18, 2026
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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.
There was a ripped brown couch with exposed foam in the preschool room. There was a cracked plastic bin in the pre-k room.
Corrected by Jun 11, 2026
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3270.124(b)(7) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
The file for child # 2 lacked the telephone number of the individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released on the emergency contact form. The file for child #3 lacked the address number of the individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released on the emergency contact form.
Corrected by Jun 11, 2026
- Violation
3270.131(b)(1)/3270.131(e)(3) · The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddler. The facility shall implement dismissal policies in accordance with the Department of Health regulation in 28 Pa. Code § 27.77 (relating to immunization requirements for children in child care group settings).Child # 1 must be dismissed from care by close of business 6/11/26 and may only return to care when the immunization records are provided or when a parent provides a written, signed and dated exemption letter.
The file for child #1 an OT lacked a current health report. The previous health report was dated 10/27/25.
Corrected by Jun 17, 2026
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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 #3 a preschooler contained a current health report dated 2/4/26. The report was obtained more than 12 months from the prior report dated 1/28/25.
Corrected by Jun 11, 2026
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3270.134(a) · A staff person shall ensure that a child's hands are washed before meals and snacks, after toileting and after being diapered.
Staff # 2 did not wash the child's hands after diapering.
Corrected by Jun 15, 2026
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3270.135(a)(3) · If disposable diapers are provided by a parent or by a facility, a soiled diaper shall be discarded by immediately placing the diaper into a plastic-lined, hands-free covered can.
Staff #2 kept a soiled diaper on the changing table until the staff was done with the diaper change, instead of discarding it immediately into a plastic-lined, hands-free covered can.
Corrected by Jun 15, 2026
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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.
According to the Fire Detection System Test Log, the tests were greater than 30 days apart from 4/3/26 TO 5/4/26.
Corrected by Jun 15, 2026
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3270.65 · Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.
There was an uncovered electrical outlet in the toddler room accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.
Corrected by Dec 16, 2025
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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.
There was a bottle of shaving cream in room 5 label " Keep out of reach of children" accessible to children.
Corrected by Dec 16, 2025
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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.
There were 2 damaged ceiling tiles in room 5 on the 4th floor. There were 3 exposed screws on the back wall in room 5. There was a sink faucet with a missing cap exposing a screw in the infant room. There was a hole on the back wall in room 5 exposing splinters. There was a broken thermometer box with exposed wires on the wall in room 5.
Corrected by Dec 22, 2025
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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.
There was a broken TV entertainment table in room 5. There was a broken garbage can in the preschool room.
Corrected by Dec 17, 2025
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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 # 2 lacked the work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent on the emergency contact form.
Corrected by Dec 17, 2025
- Violation
3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3) · Emergency contact information must include the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care. A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission.
The files for children #1 and 3 lacked written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care on the emergency contact form.
Corrected by Dec 22, 2025
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3270.124(b)(7) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
The file for child #2 lacked the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released on the emergency contact form.
Corrected by Dec 18, 2025
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3270.131(b)(2)/3270.131(e)(3) · 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 facility shall implement dismissal policies in accordance with the Department of Health regulation in 28 Pa. Code § 27.77 (relating to immunization requirements for children in child care group settings). Child # 4 must be dismissed from care by close of business 12/16/25 and may only return to care when the immunization records are provided or when a parent provides a written, signed and dated exemption letter.
The file for child #4 lacked an updated health report.
Corrected by Dec 18, 2025
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3270.135(b) · Diaper changing surfaces shall be cleaned after each use by wiping the surface with a sanitizing solution or by changing a pad or other surface covering.
Staff #1 did not clean the diaper changing table after a dipper change in the toddler room.
Corrected by Dec 17, 2025
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3270.182(5) · A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission.
The files for children # 1 and 3 lacked signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff on the emergency contact form.
Corrected by Dec 16, 2025
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3270.31(e)(4)(iv) · Competence in water safety instruction is demonstrated by the completion of basic instruction in water safety from a certified lifeguard.
The files for staff #2,3,4,5 and 6 lacked water safety training. Staff 2,3,4,5 and 6 were observed at the indoor pool with their groups during the swimming inspection conducted on 7/1/25.
Corrected by Jul 18, 2025
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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 facility person #1 lacked and emergency training.
Corrected by Jul 16, 2025
- Violation
3270.32(a)/3270.192(2)(iii) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Facility Person # -1 may not work in a child care position at the facility. 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 facility person # 1 lacked a Mandated Reporter Training.
Corrected by Jul 14, 2025
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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 # -1may 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 #-1 may not work in a child care position at the facility.
The file for facility person #1 lacked the NSOR clearance.
Corrected by Jul 15, 2025
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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 facility person # 1 lacked a health assessment and TB test.
Corrected by Jul 10, 2025
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3270.25(b) · The operator shall post a copy of each inspection summary issued by the Department in a conspicuous location used by parents. The inspection summary shall remain posted until an agent of the Department verifies that each regulatory noncompliance item cited on the inspection summary has been corrected.
The facility inspection summary was not posted in a conspicuous location used by parent in the gym area where the camp program operates.
Corrected by Jul 11, 2025
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3270.27(d) · The operator shall post the emergency plan in the facility at a conspicuous location.
The emergency plan was not posted in the facility at a conspicuous location where the camp program operates.
Corrected by Jul 11, 2025
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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.
There was a an equate sunscreen, an off-insect repellent, a ChapStick and a lotion sunscreen beach defiance label " Keep out of reach of children". In the children's backpacks on the gym floor accessible to children.
Corrected by Jul 1, 2025
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3270.124(e) · A written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency shall be displayed conspicuously in every child care space and shall accompany a staff person who leaves on an excursion with children.
The facility was not displaying an Emergency Transportation Plan in a conspicuously location (in the gym) in every child care space or accompany a staff person who leaves on an excursion with children.
Corrected by Jul 11, 2025
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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.
There was a medication bottle without a name for whom the medication is intended. There was an EPI pen without the for whom the medication is intended and without an original box.
Corrected by Jul 14, 2025
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3270.161(d) · Potentially hazardous food brought from the child's home or provided by the facility shall be refrigerated.
There was a lunch box out of the refrigerator that contained cheese, lunch meet and yogurt.
Corrected by Jul 1, 2025
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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 in a conspicuous location used by parents in the camp program in the gym.
Corrected by Jul 11, 2025
- Violation
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.
The facility lacked the emergency numbers posted by the telephone .
Corrected by Jun 13, 2025
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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.
Racquetball Room A and B lacked the Emergency Transportation Plan posted conspicuously in every childcare space.
Corrected by Jun 13, 2025
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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 files for staff #2,4, and 7 lacked documentations of the annual Emergency plan training. The file for staff#3 lacked an updated emergency plan training. The previous training on file is dated 3/9/23. The file for staff#5 lacked an updated emergency plan training. The previous training on file is dated 6/21/23.
Corrected by Mar 4, 2025
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3270.31(e)(4)(ii) · Staff persons shall participate, at least annually, in firesafety training conducted by a fire protection professional. Staff persons and volunteers shall receive training in maintenance of smoke detectors, the duties of facility persons during a fire drill and during a fire and the use of the facility's fire extinguishers, not including discharge of the fire suppressant agent.
The file for staff #3 contained a current fire safety training certificate dated 1/13/25. The training was obtained greater than one year past the prior training, obtained 2/17/23 The file for staff # 5 contained a current fire safety training certificate dated 1/9/25. The training was obtained greater than one year past the prior training, obtained 1/24/23.
Corrected by Mar 4, 2025
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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 #5 (see LIS Code Sheet) lacked an evaluation completed within 12 months from the staff's date of hire. The file contained a current evaluation dated 1/9/25.
Corrected by Mar 4, 2025
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3270.65 · Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.
There were 5 uncovered electrical outlets in the gym accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.
Corrected by Mar 7, 2025
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3270.67(d) · Trash that has been contaminated by human secretions or excrement shall be contained in closed, plastic-lined receptacles.
There was an unlidded garbage can that contained trash that has been contaminated by human secretions in the gym.
Corrected by Mar 7, 2025
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3270.72(c) · Screens shall be in good repair.
The left side window screen in, Room #4, the preschool room, was damaged with 2 holes. The left side window screens in, Room #6, the back room, were damaged.
Corrected by Mar 7, 2025
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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 left side window glass in room # 4, the preschool room, is cracked.
Corrected by Mar 14, 2025
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3270.77(a) · Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.
There was peeling paint on the left side window frame in room #4, the preschool room.
Corrected by Mar 11, 2025
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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.
There were 3 cracked clear bins and some foam blocks with teeth marks in room #4, the preschool room. There was a red circle table with loose legs, making the table wobble. There were two broken garbage cans in the boy's bathroom. The hands-free lids were not working. There were 3 broken stencils in room #2, the pre-k room.
Corrected by Mar 7, 2025
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3270.106(f) · At least 2 feet of space is required on three sides of a bed, cot, crib or other rest equipment while the equipment is in use.
In the OT room there were 2 mats with children resting on them, that did not have at least 2 feet of space on three sides.
Corrected by Mar 7, 2025
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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 located in room #3, the infant room, was not operable.
Corrected by Mar 7, 2025
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3270.123(a) · An agreement shall be signed by the operator and the parent.
The file for child #4 contained an agreement form that lacked the operator's signature.
Corrected by Mar 7, 2025
- Violation
3270.123(a)(3) · The services to be provided to the family and the child, including the Department's approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided. The operator shall complete and update the form and provide a copy to the family in accordance with the updates regarding emergency contact information in § 3270.124(f) (relating to emergency contact information).
The files for child # 1,2 and 5 lacked child service reports to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided.
Corrected by Mar 7, 2025
- Violation
3270.124(b)(7) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
The files for children #1 and 3 lacked the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released on the emergency contact form. The file for child #4 lacked the address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released on the emergency contact form.
Corrected by Mar 7, 2025
- Violation
3270.124(e) · A written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency shall be displayed conspicuously in every child care space and shall accompany a staff person who leaves on an excursion with children.
The SA program posting in the gym lacked the Emergency Transportation Plan.
Corrected by Mar 12, 2025
- Violation
3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) · The parent shall update in writing emergency contact information once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information. A parent is required to review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information.
The files for children #1, 2 and 3 contained an agreement form that has not been reviewed within the last 6 months. The files for children #4 and 5 contained an agreement form and an emergency contact form that has not been reviewed within the last 6 months
Corrected by Mar 7, 2025
- Violation
3270.133(7) · An operator is responsible to establish and maintain a medication log if prescription or nonprescription medication is administered.
The operator was not maintaining a medication log for a nonprescription medication, Children's acetaminophen, for child # 6.
Corrected by Mar 7, 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 #6 contained an initial health assessment dated 11/21/24 that lacked a TB test.
Corrected by Mar 4, 2025
- Violation
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 facility emergency plan lacked accommodations for infants and toddlers.
Corrected by Mar 10, 2025
- Violation
3270.131(a)/3270.131(e) · 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. The facility may not accept or retain an infant 2 months of age or older, a toddler or a preschool child at the facility for more than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility unless the parent provides written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of the dates (month, day and year) the child was administered immunizations in accordance with the recommendations of the ACIP. Child #1 must be dismissed from care by close of business (2/26/25) and may only return to care when the immunization record is updated or when a parent provides a written, signed exemption letter
The file for child #1, a preschooler, lacked an initial health report. The child has been in care longer than 60 days. The file for child #2, a preschooler, lacked an initial health report. The child has been in care longer than 60 days. The file contained a current health report dated 1/31/25. The file for child #3, a preschooler, lacked an initial health report. The child has been in care longer than 60 days. The file contained an immunization record.
Corrected by Mar 7, 2025
- Violation
3270.14/3270.21 · : A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations. State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. Until such time as the required pre-service trainings are completed, staff person #1 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 #1, staff person #1 may not work in a child-care position at the facility
Staff person #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: Health and Safety and Pediatric CPRFA.
Corrected by Dec 4, 2024
- Violation
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) · * Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)). The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met.
*4th CITATION. The facility's 30-day fire detection system check was reviewed on 11/25/24. The last 30 day check on file of the fire detection system was not completed within the past 30 days. Last check is dated 10/24/24. PREVIOUSLY CITED ON 10/24/24, 6/13/24 & 4/29/24.
Corrected by Nov 26, 2024
- Violation
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) · **The legal entity must submit documentation of their written record of the fire detection system test. The test must occur at least once every 30 days. The written record of the fire detection system test must be maintained with the facility's fire drill logs in accordance with 62 P.S. § 1016(c)(1). A copy of the written record of the test must be submitted to the Department within one week of the test, and for a period of three months.
.**4th CITATION. The facility's 30-day fire detection system check was reviewed on 11/25/24. The last 30 day check on file of the fire detection system was not completed within the past 30 days. Last check is dated 10/24/24. PREVIOUSLY CITED ON 10/24/24, 6/13/24 & 4/29/24.
Corrected by Dec 23, 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 file for Staff Person #1 did not contain emergency plan training upon hire. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)
Corrected by Oct 29, 2024
- Violation
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: Staff Person #1 -- may not work in a childcare 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. Staff Person #1--- may not work in a childcare position at the facility.
The file for Staff Person #1 lacked an NSOR clearance within 45 days of hire date. Staff Person #1 may not return to childcare until the clearance has been obtained.
Corrected by Oct 29, 2024
- Violation
3270.25(b) · The operator shall post a copy of each inspection summary issued by the Department in a conspicuous location used by parents. The inspection summary shall remain posted until an agent of the Department verifies that each regulatory noncompliance item cited on the inspection summary has been corrected.
2nd CITATION on 10/24/24, Inspection summary, SIN-00246364, that contained regulatory noncompliance items cited on the inspection summary and had not been verified corrected, was not posted in a conspicuous location used by parents. PREVIOUSLY CITED ON 6/13/24.
Corrected by Oct 24, 2024
- Violation
3270.27(d) · The operator shall post the emergency plan in the facility at a conspicuous location.
The facility's emergency plan was not posted in the facility at a conspicuous location.
Corrected by Oct 24, 2024
- Violation
3270.76 · Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards.
2nd CITATION. On 10/24/24, there were 2 damaged stair covers causing a tripping hazard and had exposed splintering wood on the stairs leading to the 4th floor. In the infant room #3, there was a ripped window blind. In room #6, there was a damaged door. PREVIOUSLY CITED ON 6/13/24.
Corrected by Oct 28, 2024
- Violation
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.
2nd CITATION. On 10/24/24, the thermometer in the preschool room refrigerator was not operable. PREVIOUSLY CITED ON 6/13/24.
Corrected by Oct 25, 2024
- Violation
3270.123(a)(3) · The services to be provided to the family and the child, including the Department's approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided. The operator shall complete and update the form and provide a copy to the family in accordance with the updates regarding emergency contact information in § 3270.124(f) (relating to emergency contact information).
2nd CITATION. On 10/24/24, the file for child # 3 lacked a child service report, information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided. PREVIOUSLY CITED ON 6/13/24.
Corrected by Nov 15, 2024
- Violation
3270.131(b)(1)/3270.131(e) · The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddler. The facility may not accept or retain an infant 2 months of age or older, a toddler or a preschool child at the facility for more than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility unless the parent provides written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of the dates (month, day and year) the child was administered immunizations in accordance with the recommendations of the ACIP. Child #1 and 3 must be dismissed from care by close of business 10/24/24 and may only return to care when the immunization records are provided or when a parent provides a written, signed and dated exemption letter.
2nd CITATION. On 10/24/24, the file for child # 1 a toddler lacked a current health report the previous report was dated 6/15/23. The file for child # 3 a young toddler lacked a current health report the previous report was dated 10/4/23. PREVIOUSLY CITED ON 6/13/24.
Corrected by Oct 24, 2024
- Violation
3270.131(b)(2)/3270.131(e) · 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 facility may not accept or retain an infant 2 months of age or older, a toddler or a preschool child at the facility for more than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility unless the parent provides written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of the dates (month, day and year) the child was administered immunizations in accordance with the recommendations of the ACIP. Child #2 must be dismissed from care by close of business 10/24/24 and may only return to care when the immunization records are provided or when a parent provides a written, signed and dated exemption letter.
2nd CITATION. On 10/24/24, the file for child # 2 a preschooler lacked a current health report. The previous repot was dated 4/18/23. PREVIOUSLY CITED ON 6/13/24.
Corrected by Oct 24, 2024
- Violation
3270.171(c) · Written notification of safe routes shall be posted by the operator at a conspicuous location in the child care facility.
2nd CITATION. On 10/24/24, the facility lacked the pick-up and drop-off notification of safe routes posted by the operator at a conspicuous location. PREVIOUSLY CITED ON 6/13/24.
Corrected by Oct 24, 2024
- Violation
3270.94(a)(9) · The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that a written record is maintained on file at the facility indicating the specific time of day of the drill, the hypothetical location of the fire, the evacuation time, and the names of the facility persons and the number of children who participate in the fire drill.
The facility lacked a written record documenting the facility's fire drills.
Corrected by Oct 25, 2024
- Violation
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) · **The legal entity must submit documentation of their written record of the fire detection system test. The test must occur at least once every 30 days. The written record of the fire detection system test must be maintained with the facility's fire drill logs in accordance with 62 P.S. § 1016(c)(1). A copy of the written record of the test must be submitted to the Department within one week of the test, and for a period of three months.
**3rd CITATION. The operator was not maintaining a written log for testing the fire detection system every 30 days. PREVIOUSLY CITED ON 6/13/24 & 4/29/24.
Corrected by Jan 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.
*3rd CITATION. The operator was not maintaining a written log for testing the fire detection system every 30 days. PREVIOUSLY CITED ON 6/13/24 & 4/29/24.
Corrected by Oct 28, 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.
2nd CITATION on 10/24/24 the facility's current certificate of compliance was not posted in a conspicuous location used by parents of the early childhood program. PREVIOUSLY CITED ON 6/13/24.
Corrected by Oct 24, 2024
- Violation
3270.171(a) · An operator shall notify local traffic safety authorities annually in writing of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the child care facility.
2nd CITATION. On 10/24/24, the operator did not notify local traffic safety authorities annually in writing of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the childcare facility. PREVIOUSLY CITED ON 6/13/24.
Corrected by Nov 1, 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. Until such time as the required pre-service trainings are completed, staff person #3 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 #3, staff person #3 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.
Staff #3 was observed caring for children unsupervised. Staff #3 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Health and Safety and Pediatric CPR and Pediatric First Aid. On 6/13/24 at approximately 9:50am, staff #3 took 2 preschool aged children to the restroom. At approximately 4:00 pm, staff #3 was supervising 2 Toddlers in the Toddler room.
Corrected by Jul 26, 2024
- Violation
3270.21 · Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.
Per staff statements, the Albuterol Sulfate medication for child #6 was in a locked metal box, that could not be opened because the combination to the box was unknown. There were 3 cribs with loose sheets in the infant room. The loose sheets are a suffocation hazard.
Corrected by Aug 26, 2024
- Violation
3270.171(c) · Written notification of safe routes shall be posted by the operator at a conspicuous location in the child care facility.
The facility lacked the pick-up and drop-off notification of safe routes posted by the operator at a conspicuous location in the summer program.
Corrected by Aug 26, 2024
- Violation
3270.25(b) · The operator shall post a copy of each inspection summary issued by the Department in a conspicuous location used by parents. The inspection summary shall remain posted until an agent of the Department verifies that each regulatory noncompliance item cited on the inspection summary has been corrected.
Inspection summary, SIN-00243623, that contained a regulatory noncompliance item cited on the inspection summary and had not been verified corrected, was not posted in a conspicuous location used by parents.
Corrected by Aug 26, 2024
- Violation
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) · Staff persons shall participate, at least annually, in firesafety training conducted by a fire protection professional. Staff persons and volunteers shall receive training in maintenance of smoke detectors, the duties of facility persons during a fire drill and during a fire and the use of the facility's fire extinguishers, not including discharge of the fire suppressant agent.
The file for staff # 2 contained current fire safety training dated 2/7/24, that was obtained greater than a year from the previous fire safety training, dated 7/19/20.
Corrected by Aug 26, 2024
- Violation
3270.52 · When children are grouped in mixed age levels, the age of the youngest child in the group determines the staff:child ratio and maximum group size in accordance with the requirements in § 3270.51 (relating to similar age level).
Per staff statements the facility has been out of ratio while combining mix age groups in the morning at opening and in the afternoon at the end of the day. There have been up to 10 children, including infants supervised by one staff.
Corrected by Sep 6, 2024
- Violation
3270.52 · * The Legal Entity shall require all staff person at the facility, including the school age director and the early childhood director, to attend a minimum, 2 hour in person training regarding staff:child ratio and the 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 annual training hours required by the Department.
*Per staff statements the facility has been out of ratio while combining mix age groups in the morning at opening and in the afternoon at the end of the day. There have been up to 10 children, including infants supervised by one staff.
Corrected by Sep 6, 2024
- Violation
3270.131(b)(1)/3270.131(e) · The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddler. The facility may not accept or retain an infant 2 months of age or older, a toddler or a preschool child at the facility for more than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility unless the parent provides written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of the dates (month, day and year) the child was administered immunizations in accordance with the recommendations of the ACIP. Child #1 and 3 must be dismissed from care by close of business 6/14/24 and may only return to care when the immunization records are provided or when a parent provides a written, signed and dated exemption letter.
The file for child # 1 a toddler lacked a current health report the previous report was dated 6/15/23. The file for child # 3 a young toddler lacked a current health report the previous report was dated 10/4/23.
Corrected by Aug 26, 2024
- Violation
3270.54(a) · At least two facility persons shall be present in the facility when two or more children are in care. At a minimum, one of the facility persons shall be a staff person.
Per staff statements, there have been multiple occasions that at least two facility persons have not been present in the facility when two or more children are in care. This has occurred at the beginning and end of the day.
Corrected by Sep 6, 2024
- 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.
Super glue and a wound care kit were accessible to children in the school age room #5. There was an Albuterol Sulfate, 2 bottles of sunscreen, and a deodorant in back packs accessible to children on the gym floor. All of the items were labeled, "keep out of reach of children."
Corrected by Aug 26, 2024
- Violation
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.
There was a bottle with liquid that was not labeled. Per staff statement it was soapy water.
Corrected by Aug 26, 2024
- Violation
3270.72(c) · Screens shall be in good repair.
There was a ripped screen on the 1st window to the right in the preschool room.
Corrected by Aug 30, 2024
- Violation
3270.72(d) · Windows or doors above the ground floor that open directly to the outdoors and are accessible to children shall be constructed, modified or adapted to limit the opening to 6 or fewer inches.
The windows in the preschool room on the second floor were not modified or adapted to limit the opening to 6 or fewer inches. The window stopper on the right side is 10 inches.
Corrected by Aug 30, 2024
- Violation
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 facility emergency plan lacked accommodations for infants, toddlers.
Corrected by Aug 26, 2024
- Violation
3270.76 · Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards.
In the preschool room #2, the window on the left had a crack on the glass. There was a metal radiator cover pulling away, crating sharp edges. On the 4th floor hallway, there was a radiator cover coming detached from the wall. On the stairs leading to the 4th floor, there were damaged stair covers causing a tripping hazard and with exposed splintering wood. In the infant room #3, there was a ripped window blind. In room #6, there was a damaged door.
Corrected by Sep 30, 2024
- Violation
3270.77(a) · Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.
There was peeling paint on the hallway wall coming out of the gym. There were 3 spots with damaged plaster on the preschool room #2 walls. There was damage plaster and peeling paint on the back wall in room #5.
Corrected by Sep 30, 2024
- 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 toilet and urinal in the gym bathroom used by the summer camp children lacked handwashing signs.
Corrected by Aug 26, 2024
- Violation
3270.91(a) · Stairways, hallways, exits from rooms, exits from the facility and other means of egress serving as an exit shall be unobstructed.
The back door in the toddler room was obstructed with an easel and a basket.
Corrected by Aug 26, 2024
- 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.
There were 2 cracked blue bins in the toddler room. There was a playhouse with a hole on the left corner. There were 4 cracked cots in the preschool room. There were 2 ripped yoga mats in the Rocket ball room.
Corrected by Aug 26, 2024
- Violation
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 gym used by the summer camp program lacked a thermometer. The thermometer in the preschool room refrigerator was not operable.
Corrected by Aug 26, 2024
- Violation
3270.111(c) · Daily activities shall promote the development of skills, social competence and self-esteem. Daily experiences shall recognize the child as an individual and give some choice of activities that respect personal privacy, lifestyle and cultural background.
On 6/13/24 in the gym, school-age children were seated on the gym floor and bleachers for approximately one hour. During that time the children were not involved in any activities. The Certification Representative informed staff, 3 times throughout the hour, that they should continue with their scheduled routine and activities.
Corrected by Aug 26, 2024
- 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.
On 6/13/24 at approximately 9:00 am in the gym, there were 7 staff and 57 school-aged children. After the staff identified the children in their supervisory group, there were 10 children not identified. The 10 children were assigned to staff #8, who was not in the gym at that time.
Corrected by Sep 6, 2024
- Violation
3270.123(a)(3) · The services to be provided to the family and the child, including the Department's approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided. The operator shall complete and update the form and provide a copy to the family in accordance with the updates regarding emergency contact information in § 3270.124(f) (relating to emergency contact information).
The file for child # 3 lacked a child service report, information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided.
Corrected by Aug 26, 2024
- Violation
3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) · The parent shall update in writing emergency contact information once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information. A parent is required to review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information.
The file for child # 1 contained an emergency contact form and an agreement form that was not renewed withing 6 months. The current review was dated 4/26/24. The file for child # 2 contained an emergency contact form that was not renewed withing 6 months. The current review was dated 4/25/24. The file for child # 3 contained an emergency contact form that was not renewed withing 6 months. The current review was dated 4/25/24.
Corrected by Aug 26, 2024
- Violation
3270.131(b)(2)/3270.131(e) · 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 facility may not accept or retain an infant 2 months of age or older, a toddler or a preschool child at the facility for more than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility unless the parent provides written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of the dates (month, day and year) the child was administered immunizations in accordance with the recommendations of the ACIP. Child #2 must be dismissed from care by close of business 6/14/24 and may only return to care when the immunization records are provided or when a parent provides a written, signed and dated exemption letter.
The file for child # 2 a preschooler lacked a current health report. The previous repot was dated 4/18/23. The child cannot return to care until the facility receiver a copy of the current health report and immunization record.
Corrected by Aug 26, 2024
- Violation
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.
There was an Aquaphor lip repaid and an infant ibuprofen concentrated drops without the name of the child for whom the medication is intended in the infant room.
Corrected by Aug 26, 2024
- Violation
3270.133(5) · Medication shall be stored in accordance with the manufacturer's or health professional's instructions on the original label.
The Albuterol Sulfate for child # 7 was expired. The medication expiration date was 11/23.
Corrected by Aug 26, 2024
- Violation
3270.133(7) · An operator is responsible to establish and maintain a medication log if prescription or nonprescription medication is administered.
The operator was not maintaining a medication log for prescriptions medication, Albuterol for child # 7.
Corrected by Aug 26, 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 health reports on file for staff # 4, 5, and 6 lacked an examination for communicable diseases and the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care.
Corrected by Aug 26, 2024
- Violation
3270.161(d) · Potentially hazardous food brought from the child's home or provided by the facility shall be refrigerated.
There were several lunchboxes in the gym that contained food that should be refrigerated; cheese, lunch meat, boil eggs and yogurt.
Corrected by Aug 26, 2024
- Violation
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) · Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)). The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met.
2nd CITATION. The operator was not maintaining a written log for testing the fire detection system every 30 days. PREVIOUSLY CITED ON 4/29/24.
Corrected by Aug 26, 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 in a conspicuous location used by parents of the early childhood program. The facility's current certificate of compliance was not posted in a conspicuous location used by parents of the summer camp program.
Corrected by Sep 18, 2024
- Violation
3270.31(e) · A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.
The file for staff # 2 lacked 8 out of 12 required hours of annual childcare training, from 12/19/22 to 12/19/23.
Corrected by Aug 26, 2024
- Violation
3270.171(a) · An operator shall notify local traffic safety authorities annually in writing of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the child care facility.
The operator did not notify local traffic safety authorities annually in writing of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the childcare facility.
Corrected by Aug 26, 2024
- Violation
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) · Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)). The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met.
The facility has exceeded 30 days since their last documented fire alarm system testing on 3.1.2024.
Corrected by May 10, 2024
- Violation
3270.52 · When children are grouped in mixed age levels, the age of the youngest child in the group determines the staff:child ratio and maximum group size in accordance with the requirements in § 3270.51 (relating to similar age level).
At approximately 7:50am Staff Person's #1 and #2 were observed to be caring for a mixed age group of children that included 1 infant, 2 young toddlers, 4 older toddlers and 8 preschoolers.
Corrected by Feb 7, 2024
- Violation
3270.103 · Toys and objects with a diameter of less than 1 inch, objects with removable parts that have a diameter of less than 1 inch, plastic bags and styrofoam objects may not be accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths.
In the Toddler Classroom, where an infant and toddlers were observed to be receiving care, small counting bears and wooden blocks that measured less than 1 inch were observed.
Corrected by Feb 7, 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 facility has exceeded 60 days since their last fire drill on 10.30.23.
Corrected by Mar 12, 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. Until such time as the required pre-service trainings are completed, staff person #2 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 #2, staff person #2 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.
Staff person #2 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #2 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: 10 hour health and safety training.
Corrected by Mar 8, 2024
- Violation
3270.27(c) · The operator shall assure that each facility person receives training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment, on an annual basis and at the time of each plan update. The operator shall document the date of each training and the names of all facility persons who received the training and kept on file at the facility.
The file for Staff Person #1 lacked verification that they had received emergency plan training within 90 days of starting at the facility.
Corrected by Feb 7, 2024
- Violation
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 #1 will have until March 12, 2024 to complete the required training. Once Staff Person #1 has obtained their NSOR Certificate and returned and until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #1 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 #1, staff person #1 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.
Staff person #1 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): 10 hour health and safety training, pediatric first aid and CPR training with a PQAS instructor.
Corrected by Mar 6, 2024
- Violation
3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Facility Person #1 may not work in a child care position at the facility.
The file for Staff Person #1 lacked a completed NSOR Certificate and they have exceeded 45 days at the facility. The file also lacked verification that they had requested their NSOR Certificate prior to starting at the facility.
Corrected by Feb 22, 2024
- Violation
3270.91(a) · Stairways, hallways, exits from rooms, exits from the facility and other means of egress serving as an exit shall be unobstructed.
One of the exits doors from the Infant Classroom was observed to be blocked on one side by a cubicle wall and a panel had been placed over the exit on the Infant Classroom side. The facility lacked information from their local municipality Code Enforcement or an updated Occupancy allowing this exit to have been closed as an exit source.
Corrected by Feb 8, 2024
- Violation
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 and tuberculosis screening within 12 months prior to starting in a child care taking position.
Corrected by Mar 19, 2024
- Violation
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 #1 lacked verification of education and experience to qualify them for a position at the facility. The education transcript on file did not include the Staff Person's name. The file for Staff Person #2 lacked verification of 1 year experience to qualify them for the position they were observed to be performing.
Corrected by May 30, 2024
- Violation
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) · Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)). The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met.
The facility has exceeded 30 days since they last tested their smoke detection system on 12.19.23.
Corrected by Mar 12, 2024
- Violation
3270.21 · Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.
One loose crib sheet was observed on a pack and play in Classroom #3.
Corrected by Dec 19, 2023
- Violation
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 #2 will have until January 4, 2024 to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #2 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 #2, staff person #2 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.
Staff person #2 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 and Pediatric First Aid and CPR training.
Corrected by Jan 17, 2024
- Violation
3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Facility Person #1 may not work in a child care taking position at the facility.
The file for Staff Person #1 lacked a current FBI clearance that had been completed for DHS purposes. The most recent FBI clearance on file was completed for DOE purposes and is not acceptable for employment in a child care.
Corrected by Dec 20, 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 Classroom #2 a container of floor cleaning pads was observed in an unlocked cabinet allowing them to be accessible to children receiving care in the space.
Corrected by Dec 19, 2023
- Violation
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.
A container of floor cleaning pads was observed in a cabinet containing food in Classroom #2.
Corrected by Dec 19, 2023
- Violation
3270.123(a)(3) · The services to be provided to the family and the child, including the Department's approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided. The operator shall complete and update the form and provide a copy to the family in accordance with the updates regarding emergency contact information in § 3270.124(f) (relating to emergency contact information).
The files for Children #1 and #2 lacked approved developmental assessments addressing the child's growth and development. The files only contained screening tools and not assessments.
Corrected by Jan 19, 2024
- Violation
3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) · A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP. The facility shall implement dismissal policies in accordance with the Department of Health regulation in 28 Pa. Code § 27.77 (relating to immunization requirements for children in child care group settings). Child #3 will be dismissed at the close of business on 12.19.23
The file for Child #3 lacked documentation that the child had received the ACIP recommended influenza vaccination. A written exemption was not on file at the time of the inspection.
Corrected by Dec 19, 2023
- Violation
3270.133(6) · A parent shall provide written consent for administration of medication or a special diet.
A medication log was observed to be missing a parent signature for a gripe water/gas drop medication in Classroom #3. The medication log indicated that the medication had been given to the child.
Corrected by Dec 19, 2023
- 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 initial health assessment on file for Staff Person #2 lacked information related to an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination and the physician's assessment of their suitability to provide child care.
Corrected by Jan 24, 2024
- Violation
3270.166(4) · Disposable nursers and bottles shall be labeled with the child's name.
Two unlabeled bottles, intended for an infant in care, were observed in the Infant Classroom.
Corrected by Dec 19, 2023
- 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 person #7 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 #7, staff person #7 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.
Staff person #7 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #7 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Mandate Reporter Training. The files for Staff Person's #9 and #10 lacked completion of the required 1-hour Health and Training update prior to 12.30.22. The update for Staff Person #10 was completed on 3.13.23.
Corrected by Jun 26, 2023
- Violation
3270.21 · Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.
In the Toddler changing area a desk was observed to have an opening in the front drawer that would allow access to three pairs of scissors, 2 staple removers and 2 rolls of packing tape. All items had sharp edges that could injure a child.
Corrected by Jun 14, 2023
- Violation
3270.27(c) · The operator shall assure that each facility person receives training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment, on an annual basis and at the time of each plan update. The operator shall document the date of each training and the names of all facility persons who received the training and kept on file at the facility.
The file for Staff Person #9 lacked verification that they had received initial emergency plan training for the child care center within 90 days of starting with the facility. The emergency plan training for the child care center was completed 206 days after starting.
Corrected by Jul 26, 2023
- Violation
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 Person #10 lacked renewal of their Pediatric First Aid and CPR on or before expiration on 11.10.21. The renewal training was completed on 5.5.22.
Corrected by Jul 26, 2023
- Violation
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) · Staff persons shall participate, at least annually, in firesafety training conducted by a fire protection professional. Staff persons and volunteers shall receive training in maintenance of smoke detectors, the duties of facility persons during a fire drill and during a fire and the use of the facility's fire extinguishers, not including discharge of the fire suppressant agent.
The fire safety trainings on file for Staff Person #10 exceeded 12 months between trainings on 4.7.20 and 11.22.22.
Corrected by Jul 26, 2023
- Violation
3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Facility Person #6 may not work in a child care position at the facility.
The disclosure statements on file for Staff Person's #4, #5, #11, #13, #14, #15, #16, #17 and #19 lacked a date. The file for Staff Person #18 lacked a current disclosure statement. The disclosure statement on file for Staff Person #18 was an older version that does not meet the requirements of the CPSL. The file for Staff Person #6 lacked a current FBI Clearance. The FBI Clearance on file expired 5.24.23.
Corrected by Jul 26, 2023
- 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 files for Staff Person's #2 and #4 lacked verification of education to qualify them for the position they were observed to be performing. The files for Staff Persons #7 and #12 lacked verification of education and experience to qualify them for the position they were observed to be performing. The file for Staff Person #8 lacked verification of education to qualify them for a position at the facility. Staff Person #2 was observed to be supervising Staff Person #3 and Staff Person #4 was observed alone while giving breaks in the Preschool and Infant Classrooms. Staff Person #7 was observed to be caring for children alone in the Preschool Classroom.
Corrected by Jul 26, 2023
- Violation
3270.37(c) · An aide or a combination of aides shall be supervised at all times by a staff person qualified at minimum as an assistant group supervisor.
Staff Person's #2 and #3, whose file qualifications show them as Aides, were observed in the Toddler Classroom without supervision of a Staff qualified at minimum of an Assistant Group Supervisor. Staff Person #7 was observed to be caring for a group of Preschool children. The file for Staff Person #7, whose file qualifications show them as an Aide, was observed to be caring for a group of Preschool children without supervision of a Staff qualified at minimum of an Assistant Group Supervisor.
Corrected by Jul 26, 2023
- Violation
3270.61(c)/3270.61(h) · Indoor child care space is measured within permanent stationary partitions or walls. The allowable number of children in a space is determined by dividing the total square feet in a space by 40. The capacity established for an indoor space may not be exceeded.
At approximately 3:00pm Staff were observed to be caring for children in a classroom on the 4th floor that had not been measured for capacity. Upon measurement, the room had a measured capacity of 9 children. Staff were observed to be caring for 12 children in the space. At approximately 3:05 Staff were observed to be caring for 23 children in the 4th floor middle classroom. The classroom has a measured capacity of 11 children.
Corrected by Jul 26, 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 Toddler, Preschool and PreK Classrooms white out bottles were observed in unlocked desk drawers making them accessible to children who could be in the space. In the PreK Classroom a bin containing sunscreens was observed on a low shelf in an unlocked cabinet. In the 4th Floor Middle Classroom bottles of Multipurpose Solution were observed on a lower shelf that could be accessed by school age children who receive care in the space. All items were labeled Keep Out of Reach of Children.
Corrected by Jun 26, 2023
- Violation
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 PreK Classroom a spray bottle containing a bleach water solution was observed to be unlabeled.
Corrected by Jun 26, 2003
- Violation
3270.69(b) · Hot water temperature, in areas accessible to children, may not exceed 110° F.
The hot water in the restroom in the Gym was measured at 114.2° F.
Corrected by Jul 26, 2023
- Violation
3270.72(d) · Windows or doors above the ground floor that open directly to the outdoors and are accessible to children shall be constructed, modified or adapted to limit the opening to 6 or fewer inches.
In the 4th Floor Front classroom 3 windows were observed to be unrestricted. In the 4th Floor Middle Room 1 window was observed to be unrestricted. In the 4th Floor Back Room 4 windows were observed to be unrestricted.
Corrected by Jul 26, 2023
- Violation
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.
The telephone number for the nearest hospital was missing from the telephone in the Gym.
Corrected by Jul 26, 2023
- Violation
3270.75(a) · A first-aid kit shall be in a child care space.
A first aid kit was missing from the 4th floor middle classroom where school age children were receiving care and in the gym where toddler age children were receiving care.
Corrected by Jun 14, 2023
- Violation
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 first aid kit in the Toddler Classroom was missing soap and the first aid kit in the PreK Classroom was missing gauze.
Corrected by Jul 26, 2023
- Violation
3270.77(a) · Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.
In the outdoor play space peeling paint was observed along the back fence, on the retaining wall to the far left upon entering the space, on the steps leading to the play space and on a picnic table in the play space.
Corrected by Jul 26, 2023
- Violation
3270.82(i) · A toilet area, training chair area, diapering area and sink area shall be equipped with a clean, lidded waste receptacle.
The garbage cans in place in the Gym restroom and the Men and Women's locker rooms were observed to be unlidded.
Corrected by Jul 26, 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.
A cracked bin, with a potential pinch point, was observed in the Toddler Classroom. In the outdoor play space a red and yellow Little Tykes car was observed to have cracked resulting in a missing piece of the plastic. The area in disrepair had sharp edges.
Corrected by Jul 26, 2023
- Violation
3270.111(b) · The written plan of daily activities shall be posted in the group space.
A written plan of daily activities was not posted in the Toddler, Gym, 4th Floor Front, 4th Floor Middle and 4th Floor Back Classrooms.
Corrected by Jul 26, 2023
- 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.
* Children were observed to walk between the 4th floor front classroom and the 4th floor middle classrooms. The classrooms are separated by a doorway. Staff Person #1 reported being responsible for 12 children in the 4th floor front classroom however some of the children they were responsible for were not physically present in the same classroom as Staff Person #1.
Corrected by Jun 14, 2023
- Violation
3270.113(a)(1) · ** All staff will participate in an in-person Supervision training. The training will be conducted by a trainer from the ELRC.
** Children were observed to walk between the 4th floor front classroom and the 4th floor middle classrooms. The classrooms are separated by a doorway. Staff Person #1 reported being responsible for 12 children in the 4th floor front classroom however some of the children they were responsible for were not physically present in the same classroom as Staff Person #1.
Corrected by Aug 18, 2023
- Violation
3270.113(a)(1) · **** Following the implementation of the preapproved hands-free method of identifying children, Director(s) will complete weekly checks on all classrooms to ensure that Staff are utilizing the hands-free method of identifying their assigned children. Director(s) will ensure Staff are able to identify the children in their supervision group, the child's whereabouts and are physically present with their assigned group of children. Documentation of weekly checks, using a form that has been preapproved by Certification, will be maintained to reflect the date and time of the checks, staff names and if compliance was verified or not. These weekly checks will occur for 4 months and the forms will be maintained on file for review at the time of unannounced visits by Certification.
**** Children were observed to walk between the 4th floor front classroom and the 4th floor middle classrooms. The classrooms are separated by a doorway. Staff Person #1 reported being responsible for 12 children in the 4th floor front classroom however some of the children they were responsible for were not physically present in the same classroom as Staff Person #1.
Corrected by Nov 15, 2023
- Violation
3270.113(a)(1) · *** All staff will use a consistent hands-free method of identifying their assigned groups of children. The method will be preapproved by Certification prior to implementation.
*** Children were observed to walk between the 4th floor front classroom and the 4th floor middle classrooms. The classrooms are separated by a doorway. Staff Person #1 reported being responsible for 12 children in the 4th floor front classroom however some of the children they were responsible for were not physically present in the same classroom as Staff Person #1.
Corrected by Jun 14, 2023
- Violation
3270.124(b)(2) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.
The emergency contact form for Child #1 was missing the telephone number for the child's physician.
Corrected by Jul 26, 2023
- Violation
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 forms were not present for children receiving care in the 4th floor middle classroom. The emergency contact forms were present in a backpack that was observed in the 4th floor front classroom. Staff Person's #2 and #3 were observed in the gym with a group of toddler children. The emergency contact forms were not present for the children.
Corrected by Jul 26, 2023
- Violation
3270.124(e) · A written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency shall be displayed conspicuously in every child care space and shall accompany a staff person who leaves on an excursion with children.
The written emergency transportation plan was not posted in the Gym or the 4th Floor Front, Middle or Back Classrooms.
Corrected by Jul 26, 2023
- 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.
The physician instructions were missing for an Inhaler in the first aid bag intended for child #3, a school age child, receiving care at the facility.
Corrected by Jul 26, 2023
- Violation
3270.133(6) · A parent shall provide written consent for administration of medication or a special diet.
Written parental consent was missing for a Desonide Cream, a Pittsburgh Paste (from a compound pharmacy), an Epi-Pen and a Fluticasone in the Toddler Classroom.
Corrected by Jul 26, 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 health assessment on file for Staff Person #6 has exceeded 24 months since last examination on 3.8.21. The files for Staff Person's #7 and #12 lacked an initial health assessment that had been completed within 12 months prior to starting at the facility. The file for Staff Person #10 exceeded 24 months between examinations on 9.24.19 and 7.19.22.
Corrected by Jul 28, 2023
- 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 files for Staff Person's #7, #12, #13 and #16 lacked a tuberculosis screening within 12 months prior to starting at the facility.
Corrected by Jul 26, 2023
- 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 health assessment on file for Staff Person #4 lacked information related to an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination and the physician's assessment of their suitability to provide child care.
Corrected by Jul 26, 2023
- Violation
3270.182(3)/3270.182(5) · A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission. A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission.
The emergency contact form for Child #2 lacked signed parental consent for obtaining emergency medical care and administration of minor first aid by facility staff.
Corrected by Jul 26, 2023
- Violation
3270.183(a)/3270.193(a) · Child records are confidential and shall be stored in a locked cabinet. Facility persons' records are confidential and shall be stored in a locked cabinet.
The child and staff records for the Summer Camp were observed in an unlocked cabinet in the office.
Corrected by Jun 26, 2023
- Violation
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's #2 and #11 lacked one of their two required written, nonfamily references. The file for Staff Person's #8 and #12 lacked two written, nonfamily references.
Corrected by Jul 26, 2023
- Violation
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 lacked accommodations for infants and toddlers.
Corrected by Jul 26, 2023
- Violation
3270.31(g) · Staff person #10 shall complete the required 1 hour health and safety training update. Staff person #10 will have until July 1, 2023 to complete the required training.
The file for Staff Person #10 lacked verification that they had completed the required 1-hour health and safety training update prior to 12.30.22.
Corrected by Jul 26, 2023
- Violation
3270.113(b) · A facility person may not use any form of physical punishment, including spanking a child.
Based on interviews at the time of a complaint investigation, it has been verified that Staff Person #1 has used physical discipline by grabbing children by the arms and pulling them in a way that is concerning for the health and safety of the children.
Corrected by Jun 1, 2023
- 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 person #1 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 #1, staff person #1 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.
Staff person #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: 31(f)(1-9). The 6-hour health and safety training on file for Staff Person #1 was completed on 8.17.16 which was not in the acceptable time frame for that training.
Corrected by May 30, 2023
- Violation
3270.52 · When children are grouped in mixed age levels, the age of the youngest child in the group determines the staff:child ratio and maximum group size in accordance with the requirements in § 3270.51 (relating to similar age level).
On 5.9.23, Staff Person #1 left a group of children in the Preschool Classroom with an outside agency person while the Staff Person took a child to the restroom. This outside agency person is not a Staff Person employed by the Greensburg YMCA ECLC. Staff Person #1 leaving the room resulted in there not being a Staff Person present with the children to meet compliance with the required Staff:Child Ratio.
Corrected by May 18, 2023
- Violation
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 5.9.23, Staff Person #1 left a group of children in the Preschool Classroom with an outside agency person while the Staff Person took a child to the restroom. This outside agency person is not a Staff Person employed by the Greensburg YMCA ECLC. Staff Person #1 leaving the room resulted in the Staff Person being unable to see, hear, direct and assess the children which is required to meet the Supervision regulation.
Corrected by May 30, 2023
- 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.
On 5.9.23, Staff Person #1 left a group of children in the Preschool Classroom with an outside agency person while the Staff Person took a child to the restroom. This outside agency person is not a Staff Person employed by the Greensburg YMCA ECLC. Staff Person #1 leaving the room resulted in there not being a Staff Person physically present with the children in their group. At the time of an unannounced inspection at 10:00am on 5.18.23, Staff Person's #2 and #3 were observed with 8 older toddlers. Staff Person #2 reported that the children had not yet been assigned to specific staff and assigned groups were not in place.
Corrected by May 30, 2023
- Violation
3270.123(a)(6) · An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission.
The agreements for Children #1 and #3 lacked the date of the child's admission.
Corrected by Apr 3, 2023
- Violation
3270.123(b) · A parent shall receive the original agreement. The facility shall retain a copy of the agreement.
The files for Children #1, #2, #3, #4 and #5 were observed to include the original agreements.
Corrected by Mar 6, 2023
- Violation
3270.124(b)(1) · Emergency contact information must include the name and birth date of the child.
The emergency contact form for Child #4 listed an incorrect date of birth for the child.
Corrected by Mar 6, 2023
- Violation
3270.124(b)(7) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
The emergency contact form for Child #1 lacked the address for the release persons listed.
Corrected by Mar 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 classroom #1 a torn pillow was observed.
Corrected by Apr 3, 2023
- 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 emergency plan on file lacked information related to the continuity of operations as required by Federal Regulation.
Corrected by Apr 3, 2023
- Violation
3270.14/3270.21 · A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations.State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.
Staff Person #3 was to complete the health and safety training update 12.30.22. The facility was not in operation at that time however the training would have needed to be completed prior to reopening. The facility reopened on 2.13.23. The training was completed on 2.21.23.
Corrected by Mar 17, 2023
- Violation
3270.21 · Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.
In Classroom #2 two pairs of adult scissors were observed in a cup on the desk. The scissors were accessible to preschool children who receive care in the space. In Classroom #1 an unlocked desk drawer located in the changing area was observed to contain a pair of adult scissors.
Corrected by Apr 3, 2023
- Violation
3270.65 · Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.
In classroom #2 one uncovered outlet was observed. In classroom #4 two uncovered outlets were observed.
Corrected by Apr 3, 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 Classroom #2 a bottle of hand sanitizer spray was observed on the desk and could be accessible to Preschool age children who receive care in the space. A bottle of hand sanitizer was also observed to be hanging from a lanyard attached to a desk drawer and was also accessible. In Classroom #4 an unlocked cabinet containing a bin of sunscreens was observed. The sunscreens were labeled keep out of reach of children. In the kitchen an unlocked cabinet was observed to contain a container of The Pink Stuff and Glass Cleaner. The items were labeled keep out of reach of children.
Corrected by Apr 3, 2023
- Violation
3270.75(a) · A first-aid kit shall be in a child care space.
A first aid kit was missing from Classroom #2.
Corrected by Apr 3, 2023
- Violation
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 first aid kit in Classroom #3 was missing tape, scissors, tweezers and soap. The first aid kit in Classroom #4 was missing gauze and soap.
Corrected by Apr 3, 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.
Hand washing signs were missing from 2 toilets in the Women's locker/restroom and 4 toilets in the Men's locker/restroom.
Corrected by Apr 3, 2023
- Violation
3270.131(d)(5) · A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP. Child #5 will be dismissed close of business 2.23.23.
The file for Child #5 lacked verification that the child had received an annual influenza vaccination in 2022. The last documented influenza vaccination was 10.16.21. A written exemption was not on file at the time of the inspection.
Corrected by Apr 14, 2023
- Violation
3270.131(e)(3) · The facility shall implement dismissal policies in accordance with the Department of Health regulation in 28 Pa. Code § 27.77 (relating to immunization requirements for children in child care group settings). Child #5 will be dismissed close of business on 2.23.23.
The file for Child #5 lacked verification that the child had received an annual influenza vaccination in 2022. The last documented influenza vaccination was 10.16.21. A written exemption was not on file at the time of the inspection.
Corrected by Apr 14, 2023
- Violation
3270.134(a) · A staff person shall ensure that a child's hands are washed before meals and snacks, after toileting and after being diapered.
A Staff Person was observed to change a child's diaper and then return the child to the child care space without washing the child's hands first.
Corrected by Apr 3, 2023
- Violation
3270.135(a)(3) · If disposable diapers are provided by a parent or by a facility, a soiled diaper shall be discarded by immediately placing the diaper into a plastic-lined, hands-free covered can.
A Staff Person was observed to place a soiled diaper onto the changing table and to complete the diaper change without disposing the soiled diaper into the hands free covered can. The hands free covered can was in the changing area but not accessible to allow for the Staff to immediately dispose of the soiled diaper.
Corrected by Apr 3, 2023
- Violation
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 initial health assessment and tuberculosis screening on file for Staff Person #3 was not completed within 12 months prior to starting at the facility.
Corrected by Apr 3, 2023
- Violation
3270.163(a)(1) · A lunch or dinner prepared at the facility for children of toddler age or older shall include at least one dairy product.
The lunch that was served to the children at the facility lacked a dairy product.
Corrected by Mar 6, 2023
- Violation
3270.165 · An operator shall conspicuously post the menu at least 1 week in advance or provide a menu to each family.
The menu was not posted in a conspicuous location at the facility.
Corrected by Apr 3, 2023
- Violation
3270.181(a) · An operator shall establish and maintain an individual record for each child enrolled in the facility.
Child #1 was observed to be sharing a file with a sibling. Individual records to include emergency contact forms and financial agreements have not been established.
Corrected by Mar 6, 2023
- 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 update to the agreement for child #5 has exceeded 6 months at the time of the inspection. The last dated update was 6.20.22.
Corrected by Apr 3, 2023
- Violation
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 Facility Person #1 and #4 lacked verification of experience to qualify them for the positions they were reported to be performing.
Corrected by Apr 3, 2023
- Violation
3270.27(a)(6) · Emergency drills shall be conducted annually. Annual emergency drills shall be documented and on file at the facility.
The facility lacked documentation that an annual emergency drill has been completed at the facility within the last 12 months.
Corrected by Apr 3, 2023
- Violation
3270.94(a)(1) · The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that fire drills are conducted at least once every 60 days.
The facility has exceeded 60 days since their last fire drill.
Corrected by Apr 3, 2023
- Violation
3270.27(a)(1) · The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations for shelter of children during an emergency including lock-down, shelter in place at the facility and shelter at locations away from the facility premises.
The emergency plan lacked information related to the sheltering in place and lock down procedures for the facility.
Corrected by Apr 12, 2023
- Violation
3270.133(6) · A parent shall provide written consent for administration of medication or a special diet.
2ND CITATION: Written parental consent was missing for administration of an Epipen observed in the first aid back pack for Child #2. PREVIOUSLY CITED ON 7.1.22.
Corrected by Oct 25, 2022
- Violation
3270.182(3)/3270.182(5) · A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission.A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission.
2ND CITATION: The emergency contact form for Child #1 lacked signed parental consent for obtaining emergency medical care and administration of minor first aid by facility staff. PREVIOUSLY CITED ON 7.1.22.
Corrected by Oct 25, 2022
- Violation
3270.182(6) · A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading.
2ND CITATION: The emergency contact form for Child #1 lacked signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading. At the time of the visit the child was observed at Lynch field participating in swimming activity. It was reported that the children walked from the YMCA. PREVIOUSLY CITED ON 7.1.22
Corrected by Oct 25, 2022
Questions to ask on your tour
Generated from this facility's specific inspection record
- 1The Jun 11, 2026 inspection noted: “The file for staff #1 contained a current fire safety training certificate dated 2/9/26.The training was obtained greater than one year past the prior training,…” — what has changed since then?
- 2The Dec 16, 2025 inspection noted: “There was an uncovered electrical outlet in the toddler room accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.” — what has changed since then?
- 3The Jul 1, 2025 inspection noted: “The files for staff #2,3,4,5 and 6 lacked water safety training. Staff 2,3,4,5 and 6 were observed at the indoor pool with their groups during the swimming insp…” — what has changed since then?
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