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Christina A Horney Family Home
15 PREAKNESS ST, Hanover PA 17331 · License #CER-00239055 · Family Child Care Home
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- (717) 965-3300
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- Address
- 15 PREAKNESS ST, Hanover PA 17331 · Directions
Hours
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Care & schedule
When they operate
Ages served
- 1-Star quality rating
- Accepts Child Care Works subsidy
- Licensed for 6 children
How this facility compares
Violations per inspection, 3-yrInspection history & violations
Source: Pennsylvania DHS, Office of Child Development and Early Learning- Violation
3290.18/3290.31(a) · Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. The operator shall have obtained the qualification outlined in § 3290.31(a)(1-2)
Staff person #2 did not have on file documentation that the health and safety Training was previously completed.
Corrected by Apr 30, 2026
- Violation
3290.32(a)/3290.192(3) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL.
Staff person #1, who is a household member, had on file a volunteer child abuse clearance dated 4/15/21. Staff person #2 did not have documentation that a child abuse clearance was applied for.
Corrected by Apr 30, 2026
- Violation
3290.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services).
Staff persons #2 did not have on file documentation she has completed the mandated reporting training.
Corrected by Apr 30, 2026
- Violation
3290.74(a) · Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play area, shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards.
The floor in the hallway from the front door to the kitchen was observed to have area rugs over the floor. Under the rugs, the floor has been removed and boards where the floor should be was seen. The baseboard in the hallway from the front door to the kitchen was removed and not replaced, exposing parts of an unpainted unfinished wall. The T-strips that joins the floor in the family room and the flooring the kitchen, had a broken piece located the right corner of the kitchen an\d family room. The ceiling in the family room was observed to have water marks and there was a 2 inch hole in the ceiling.
Corrected by May 8, 2026
- Violation
3290.124(e) · 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.
Children #1 did not have the emergency contact information form and agreement updated every 6 months between 2/24/25 to 2/12/26. Children #1 did not have the emergency contact information form and agreement updated every 6 months between 4/23/25 to 12/1/25.
Corrected by Apr 30, 2026
- Violation
3290.95(a) · Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)).
Operability of the fire detection devices were not tested at least once every 30 days. Testing was documented to have lapsed 2/21/25 - 3/25/25.
Corrected by Oct 17, 2025
- Violation
3290.18/3290.113(a) · Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. 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. The requirement for supervision on and off the facility premises includes compliance with the staff:child ratio requirements in §§ 3290.51-3290.52 (relating to maximum number of children; and staff:child ratio).
It was observed that Staff Person #1, who was present in the back living room, could not properly supervise the children in care who were playing in the front room area. Staff person #1 could not see or redirect the children who were observed to be climbing on top of the furniture and jumping off, creating unsafe conditions at the facility.
Corrected by Oct 29, 2025
- Violation
3290.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services).
The file for staff person #1 included State Police Clearance and NSOR certificate which was not updated within 60 months of the previous clearance. The current State Police Clearance is dated 9/29/25 and the previous was dated 7/31/20. The current NSOR certificate is dated 7/29/25 and the previous was dated 7/23/20. The file for staff person #2 included State Police Clearance and NSOR certificate which was not updated within 60 months of the previous clearance. The current State Police Clearance is dated 9/29/25 and the previous was dated 7/31/20. The current NSOR certificate is dated 8/4/25 and the previous was dated 7/23/20.
Corrected by Oct 2, 2025
- Violation
3290.64(a) · 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 kept in a locked area or in an area inaccessible to children, and shall be stored away from food, food preparation areas and child care spaces.
It was observed in the kitchen, Glade Room Spray, Clorox Wipes, Dawn Dish Soap, Deodorant, and Purell hand sanitizer placed on the kitchen counter and accessible to children.
Corrected by Oct 2, 2025
- Violation
3290.74(a) · Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play area, shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards.
It was observed that the diaper changing mat contained tears exposing foam causing a potential choking hazard.
Corrected by Oct 26, 2025
- Violation
3290.74(a) · Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play area, shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards.
It was observed in the kitchen, multiple unlocked kitchen drawers containing sharp knives and kitchen utensils and scissors accessible to children.
Corrected by Oct 17, 2025
- Violation
3290.73(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.
It was observed that the first-aid kit used for children in care did not contain scissors. (corrected on site)
Corrected by Mar 31, 2025
- Violation
3290.74(a) · Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play area, shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards.
It was observed that the carpet in the doorway leading into the playroom was lifting from the tac strip causing a potential tripping hazard. It was also observed that the tac strip was exposed causing a potential for injury. It was observed in the kitchen, an inoperable child safety lock on a drawer containing kitchen knives and accessible to children.
Corrected by Apr 30, 2025
- Violation
3290.75(a) · Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.
It was observed at the baby gate leading from the playroom into the kitchen, chipping paint and exposed drywall were accessible to children.
Corrected by Apr 30, 2025
- Violation
3290.105(a) · Individual, clean, age-appropriate rest equipment shall be provided for preschool, toddler and infant children as agreed between the parent and the operator. The rest equipment must be labeled with the child's name and used only by the named child while enrolled in the program.
It was observed that nap cots used for children in care were not labeled with the children's names for individual use.
Corrected by Apr 15, 2025
- Violation
3290.123(a)(3) · An agreement shall specify 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 at § 3290.124(e).
Files for children #2, #3, and #4 did not include child service reports conducted within the last 6 months.
Corrected by Apr 30, 2025
- Violation
3290.124(d) · A written plan shall be conspicuously posted which identifies the means of transporting a child to emergency care and the facility staffing provisions in the event of an emergency. The plan must accompany a staff person who leaves the facility on an excursion with children.
A written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency is not posted in a conspicuous location.
Corrected by Apr 20, 2025
- Violation
3290.124(e)/3290.181(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.
Emergency contacts and financial agreements for children #2, #3, and #4 have not been updated by the enrolling parents at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in information.
Corrected by Apr 20, 2025
- Violation
3290.131(a) · The operator shall require the parent of an enrolled child to provide an initial health report no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility.
The individual files for children #1 and #5 did not contain an initial health report within 60 days of the first day of attendance at the facility.
Corrected by Apr 20, 2025
- Violation
3290.24(a)(5) · The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations of infants and toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
The facility's emergency plan does not provide accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
Corrected by Apr 20, 2025
- Violation
3290.24(g) · The operator shall send a copy of the emergency plan and subsequent plan updates to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.
The operator could not provide proof that the emergency plan was sent to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.
Corrected by Apr 30, 2025
- Violation
3290.24(d) · Emergency drills shall be conducted annually. Annual emergency drills shall be documented and on file at the facility.
The operator did not conduct an annual emergency drill. Emergency drills were documented to have occurred 5/30/24 and 6/24/24.
Corrected by Apr 20, 2025
- Violation
3290.24(e) · The emergency plan shall be posted in the facility at a conspicuous location.
The facility's emergency plan is not posted in a conspicuous location.
Corrected by Apr 20, 2025
- Violation
3290.24(f) · The operator shall provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining the emergency procedures described in subsection (a). The operator shall also provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining any subsequent update to the plan.
The operator does not provide parents of each enrolled child a letter explaining the emergency procedures described within the facility's emergency plan.
Corrected by Apr 20, 2025
- Violation
3290.192(3) · A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL.
The file for household member #2 does not include a signed and dated copy of the disclosure statement.
Corrected by Apr 12, 2024
- Violation
3290.192(4) · A facility person's record shall include records of training required by the Department.
The file for staff person #1 did not include records of the required 12 hours of annual professional development training.
Corrected by Apr 12, 2024
- Violation
3290.24(g) · The operator shall send a copy of the emergency plan and subsequent plan updates to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.
Operator could not provide proof the emergency plan and subsequent updates were sent to the local municipality and county emergency agency.
Corrected by Apr 26, 2024
- Violation
3290.95(a)/3290.95(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 operator or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements in § 3290.95(a) are met.
Operability of the fire detection devices were not tested every 30 days. Testing was documented to have lapsed 12/2/23, 1/4/24.
Corrected by Mar 21, 2024
- Violation
3290.103 · 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.
It was observed in the child playspace, plastic bags were being used to store toys accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths.
Corrected by Apr 30, 2023
- Violation
3290.111(a)/3290.111(b) · A written plan of daily activities and routines, including a time for free play shall be established for each group. The plan shall be flexible to accommodate the needs of individual children and the dynamics of the group. The written plan of daily activities and routines shall be posted in a traffic area used by parents.
The operator does not provide a written plan of daily activities and routines.
Corrected by May 26, 2023
- Violation
3290.121(b) · At the time of enrollment, a parent shall receive in writing the facility's general daily schedule, hours for which care is provided, fees, responsibilities for meals, clothing, health policies, supervision policies, night care policies, dismissal policies, transportation and pick-up arrangements.
The operator does not provide parents of each enrolled child in writing of the facility's general daily schedule, hours for which care is provided, fees, responsibilities for meals, clothing, health policies, supervision policies, night care policies, dismissal policies, transportation and pick-up arrangements.
Corrected by May 26, 2023
- Violation
3290.124(d) · A written plan shall be conspicuously posted which identifies the means of transporting a child to emergency care and the facility staffing provisions in the event of an emergency. The plan must accompany a staff person who leaves the facility on an excursion with children.
The operator does not provide a written plan that identifies the means of transporting a child to emergency care and the facility staffing provisions in the event of an emergency.
Corrected by May 26, 2023
- Violation
3290.151(c)(2) · An adult health assessment shall include Tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment. Subsequent tuberculosis screening is not required unless directed by a physician, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department.
File for staff #1 did not include an initial health assessment with Tuberculosis screening.
Corrected by May 26, 2023
- Violation
3290.24(a)(5) · The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations of infants and toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
The facility's emergency plan does not include accommodations of infants and toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
Corrected by Apr 25, 2023
- Violation
3290.24(g) · The operator shall send a copy of the emergency plan and subsequent plan updates to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.
Operator does not provide emergency plan and subsequent updates to the local municipality and county emergency agency.
Corrected by May 26, 2023
- Violation
3290.95(b) · The operator or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements in § 3290.95(a) are met.
Operability of the fire detection devices were not tested every 30 days. Testing was not documented to have occurred.
Corrected by Apr 25, 2023
- Violation
3290.22(b) · The operator shall provide the parent of each child enrolled in the facility with information on how to access the regulations in this chapter electronically and with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional child care office.
The operator does not provide the parent of each child enrolled with information on how to access DHS regulations in this chapter electronically and with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional child care office.
Corrected by Apr 25, 2023
- Violation
3290.24(d) · Emergency drills shall be conducted annually. Annual emergency drills shall be documented and on file at the facility.
The operator does not conduct annual emergency drills.
Corrected by May 26, 2023
- Violation
3290.31(f) · A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.
File for staff person #1 does not include 12 hours of annual professional development.
Corrected by May 26, 2023
- Violation
3290.24(a)(3) · The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for a method for facility persons to contact parents as soon as reasonably possible when an emergency situation arises.
The facility emergency plan did not include information on how the facility person will contact parents as soon as reasonably possible when an emergency situation arises.
Corrected by May 24, 2022
- Violation
3290.24(a)(4) · The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for a method for facility persons to inform parents that the emergency has ended and to provide instruction as to how parents can safely be reunited with their children.
How parents will be contacted when an emergency happens and ends is not included in the emergency plan and parent letter.
Corrected by May 24, 2022
- Violation
3290.95(b) · The operator or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements in § 3290.95(a) are met.
The facility operator did not have testing of the fire alarm system documented every 30 days.
Corrected by Apr 18, 2022
- Violation
3290.24(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 facility emergency plan did not provide information for accommodations for shelter of children during an emergency lock-down.
Corrected by May 24, 2022
Questions to ask on your tour
Generated from this facility's specific inspection record
- 1The Mar 25, 2026 inspection noted: “Staff person #2 did not have on file documentation that the health and safety Training was previously completed.” — what has changed since then?
- 2The Sep 29, 2025 inspection noted: “Operability of the fire detection devices were not tested at least once every 30 days. Testing was documented to have lapsed 2/21/25 - 3/25/25.” — what has changed since then?
- 3The Mar 11, 2025 inspection noted: “It was observed that the first-aid kit used for children in care did not contain scissors. (corrected on site)” — what has changed since then?
Data synced from Pennsylvania DHS, Office of Child Development and Early Learning · Source records · Report an error