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Wilfrida Heredia
128 S Church St, Hazleton PA 18201 · License #CER-00249408 · Group Child Care Home
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- 128 S Church St, Hazleton PA 18201 · Directions
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When they operate
Ages served
- 1-Star quality rating
- Accepts Child Care Works subsidy
- Licensed for 12 children
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Violations per inspection, 3-yrInspection history & violations
Source: Pennsylvania DHS, Office of Child Development and Early Learning- Violation
3280.123(a)(1)/3280.123(a)(2) · An agreement shall specify the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week. An agreement shall specify the date on which the fee is to be paid.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 12/4/2025 observed child #3's agreement did not specify the amount of the fee to be charged per day or week or specify the date on which the fee is to be paid.
Corrected by Dec 5, 2025
- Violation
3280.123(a)(5) · An agreement shall specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 12/4/2025 observed child #3's agreement did not specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
Corrected by Dec 5, 2025
- Violation
3280.14/3280.20 · A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations. State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 12/4/2025 observed the facility did not have verification of their Shaken Baby Syndrome policy. The facility's emergency plan did not address continuity of operation.
Corrected by Dec 5, 2025
- Violation
3280.32(a)/3280.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A provisional employee may not be permitted to work alone with children and must work within the vicinity of a permanent employee. A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 12/4/2025 observed staff person #1's criminal history record expired. It was dated 8/25/2020. Corrected on-site 12/4/2025.
Corrected by Dec 4, 2025
- Violation
3280.74 · 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.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 12/4/2025 observed the telephone number of the nearest hospital, police department, fire department, ambulance and poison control center were not posted by the facility telephone.
Corrected by Dec 5, 2025
- Violation
3280.124(b)(2)/3280.124(b)(3) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care. Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 12/4/2025 observed child #3's emergency contact information did not include the address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care. Observed child #1 and #3's emergency contact information did not include the work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
Corrected by Dec 5, 2025
- Violation
3280.124(b)(7) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 12/4/2025 observed child #1 and #3's emergency contact information did not include the name of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Corrected by Dec 5, 2025
- Violation
3280.124(f)/3280.181(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.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 12/4/2025 observed child #1, #2, and #4's emergency contact information and financial agreements were not reviewed within the 6-month timeframe. Child #1 last review for the emergency contact information and financial agreement was dated 7/8/2024. Child #2's financial agreement review was last dated 6/26/2023. Child #4's emergency contact information was dated 7/11/2024 and the financial agreement was dated 7/8/2024.
Corrected by Dec 5, 2025
- Violation
3280.151(a)/3280.192(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.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 12/4/2025 observed staff person #1's health assessment is not within the 24-month timeframe. It is dated 8/31/2023.
Corrected by Dec 17, 2025
- Violation
3280.26(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.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 12/4/2025 observed the facility's emergency plan did not provide for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions.
Corrected by Dec 5, 2025
- Violation
3280.131(b)/3280.131(b)(2) · The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report in accordance with the following schedules specified in §3280.131(b)(1-2) The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 12/4/2025 observed child #4's last health assessment on file is not within the 12-month timeframe. It is dated 5/13/2024.
Corrected by Dec 5, 2025
- Violation
3280.14/3280.20 · A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations. State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 1/8/2025 observed the facility did not have verification of a Shaken Baby Syndrome policy.
Corrected by Jan 15, 2025
- Violation
3280.32(a)/3280.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #1 may not work in a child care position at the facility.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 1/8/2025 observed staff person #1's file did not include verification of mandated reporter training.
Corrected by Jan 15, 2025
- Violation
3280.124(b)(2)/3280.124(b)(3) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care. Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 1/8/2025 observed child #2 and #3's emergency contact information did not include the enrolling parents work address and telephone number. Observed child #3's emergency contact information did not include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.
Corrected by Jan 15, 2025
- Violation
3280.124(b)(4)/3280.182(3) · Emergency contact information must include the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care. A child's record must contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 1/8/2025 observed child #1's emergency contact information did not include the written consent by a parent for emergency medical care.
Corrected by Jan 15, 2025
- Violation
3280.124(f)/3280.181(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.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 1/8/2025 observed child #2's emergency contact information and financial agreement were not reviewed/updated within the 6-month period. Observed child #3's emergency contact information was not reviewed/updated within the 6-month period. The last review date on file for child #1 and child #2 is from 2/3/2023.
Corrected by Jan 15, 2025
- Violation
3280.131(b)(2)/3280.182(1) · The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child. A child's record must contain initial and subsequent health reports.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 1/8/2025 observed child #2's file did not include an updated health report within the 12-month period. The last health assessment on file is dated 5/31/2023.
Corrected by Jan 15, 2025
- Violation
3280.171(c) · Written notification of safe routes shall be posted by the operator at a conspicuous location in the child care facility.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 1/8/2025 observed the facility did not have notification of safe routes posted at a conspicuous location in the childcare facility. Corrected on-site 1/8/2025.
Corrected by Jan 15, 2025
- Violation
3280.26(a)(6) · Emergency drills shall be conducted annually. Annual emergency drills shall be documented and on file at the facility.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 1/8/2025 observed the operator did not conduct an emergency drill.
Corrected by Jan 15, 2025
- Violation
3280.75(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 at the facility was missing scissors.
Corrected by Jan 3, 2024
- Violation
3280.76 · Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards.
There is a sharp exposed screw where the doorknob used to be in the center of a closet door in the child care room that is accessible to the children.
Corrected by Jan 4, 2024
- Violation
3280.181(c) · A parent is required to review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information.
The emergency contact form and financial agreement on file for child # 1 was last signed by parent on 6/26/23. The emergency contact form on file for child # 2 was last signed by the parent on 8/5/22, the financial agreement on file for child # 2 was last signed by the parent on 6/26/23. The emergency contact form and financial agreement on file for child # 3 was last signed by the parent on 6/29/23. The emergency contact form and financial agreement on file for child # 4 was last signed by the parent on 2/3/23.
Corrected by Jan 3, 2024
- Violation
3280.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services).
On 7/18/23, there is no signed disclosure statement on file for staff # 1 and 2. An acceptable plan of correction was received on 8/9/23 with a correction date of 7/19/23. On 8/28/23 an unannounced monitoriing visit was made and there was no signed disclosure statement for either staff person; staff person # 2 is no longer working in child care at facility.
Corrected by Sep 5, 2023
- Violation
3280.124(b)(1) · Emergency contact information must include the name and birth date of the child.
On 7/18/23 the emergency contact form on file for child # 1 does not have the child's date of birth. Acceptable plans of correction received with a correction date of 7/18/23. On 8/28/23, an unannounced monitoring visit was conducted and the emergency contact form for child # 1 still does not have the child's date of birth.
Corrected by Sep 5, 2023
- Violation
3280.124(b)(2) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.
On 7/18/23, the emergency contact form on file for child # 1 did not include the name, address, and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care. The emergency contact forms on file for children # 2 and 4 did not have the phone number for the child's physician. Acceptable plans of correction received with a correction date of 7/18/23. On 8/28/23, an unannounced monitoring visit was conducted and the emergency contact form for child # 1 does not have the name address, and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care and the emergency contact form for child # 2 does not have the phone number for the child's physician.
Corrected by Aug 29, 2023
- Violation
3280.124(b)(6) · Emergency contact information must include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.
On 7/18/23, the emergency contact forms on file for children # 1, 2, and 4 did not include the health insurance coverage and policy number. Acceptable plans of correction received with a correction date of 7/18/23. On 8/28/23, an unannounced monitoring visit was conducted and the emergency contact forms for children # 1 and 2 did not have the health insurance policy name and number.
Corrected by Sep 11, 2023
- Violation
3280.124(b)(7) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
On 7/18/23, the emergency contact form on file for child # 1 did not have the release persons name, address, or telephone number. The emergency contact form on file for child # 3 did not have the release persons address. Acceptable plans of correction received with a correction date of 7/18/23. On 8/28/23, an unannounced monitoring visit was conducted and the emergency contact form on file for child # 1 did not have the release persons name, address or telephone number and the emergency contact form on file for child # 3 did not have the release persons address.
Corrected by Aug 29, 2023
- Violation
3280.131(d)(5)/3280.131(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).
On 7/18/23, children # 2 and 4 (see code sheet for DOB) do not have a review of their immunization status according to the recommendations of the ACIP on file. Child # 1 (see code sheet for DOB) does not have written documentation that they received their annual flu vaccine in 2022. Acceptable plans of correction received with a correction date of 7/18/23. On 8/28/23, an unannounced monitoring visit was conducted and child # 2 (see code sheet for DOB) does not have a review of their immunization status according to the recommendations of the ACIP on file. Child # 1 (see code sheet for DOB) does not have written documentation that they received their annual flu vaccine in 2022.
Corrected by Sep 14, 2023
- Violation
3280.181(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.
On 7/18/23, the emergency contact form on file for child # 3 was last updated 8/8/22 and the emergency contact form on file for child # 5 was last updated 6/18/21. Acceptable plans of correction received with a correction date of 7/18/23. On 8/28/23, an unannounced monitoring visit was conducted and emergency contact forms on file for children 3 and 5 were not updated.
Corrected by Aug 29, 2023
- Violation
3280.182(3)/3280.182(5) · A child's record must contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission. A child's record must contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission.
On 7/18/23 the emergency contact form on file for child # 1 did not have written consent for emergency care or the administration of minor first aid procedures. Acceptable plans of correction received with a correction date of 7/18/23. On 8/28/23, an unannounced monitoring visit was conducted and the emergency contact form for child # 1 did not have written consent for emergency care or the administration of minor first aid procedures.
Corrected by Aug 29, 2023
- Violation
3280.76 · Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards.
There was animal feces observed in the grass of the outdoor play space.
Corrected by Jul 18, 2023
- Violation
3280.31(e) · A staff person shall obtain an annual 12 clock hours of child care training.
Staff person # 1 only completed 7 hours of annual child care training.
Corrected by Aug 25, 2023
- Violation
3280.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services).
There is no signed disclosure statement on file for staff # 1 and 2.
Corrected by Jul 19, 2023
- Violation
3280.65 · Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.
There were electrical outlets without protective covers observed in the front room and the room next to the kitchen.
Corrected by Jul 18, 2023
- Violation
3280.67(a) · Trash shall be removed from the facility at least once per day.
There was a trash container full of empty glass bottles in the outdoor play area.
Corrected by Jul 18, 2023
- Violation
3280.68(b) · Ashes and cigarette or cigar butts are prohibited in a child care space, a play space or a food preparation area.
Cigarette butts were observed on the ground in the outdoor play space. During the inspection, a child gave the inspector a mason jar with a cigarette butt in it.
Corrected by Jul 18, 2023
- Violation
3280.91(c) · If a door or doorway opens or exits directly into a stairwell and if there is no landing beyond the door or doorway, the door shall be restricted from opening or shall be removed and a secure barrier to prevent access to the stairwell shall be erected.
The basement stairs are accessible to the children.
Corrected by Jul 18, 2023
- Violation
3280.103 · 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.
There were 2 plastic bags on the floor in the child care space accessible to children.
Corrected by Jul 18, 2023
- Violation
3280.106 · 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.
There is no thermometer in the refrigerator.
Corrected by Jul 19, 2023
- Violation
3280.118(c) · A veterinarian's certificate of current rabies immunization is required for a cat or dog at the facility. The certificate shall be on file when the cat or dog is present.
The current rabies vaccine for the dog at the facility could not be located during the inspection.
Corrected by Jul 21, 2023
- Violation
3280.124(b)(1) · Emergency contact information must include the name and birth date of the child.
The emergency contact form on file for child # 1 does not have the child's date of birth.
Corrected by Jul 18, 2023
- Violation
3280.124(b)(2) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.
The emergency contact form on file for child # 1 does not include the name, address, and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care. The emergency contact forms on file for children # 2 and 4 do not have the phone number for the child's physician.
Corrected by Jul 26, 2023
- Violation
3280.124(b)(6) · Emergency contact information must include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.
The emergency contact forms on file for children # 1, 2, and 4 did not include the health insurance coverage and policy number.
Corrected by Jul 19, 2023
- Violation
3280.124(b)(7) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
The emergency contact form on file for child # 1 did not have the release persons name, address, or telephone number. The emergency contact form on file for child # 3 did not have the release persons address.
Corrected by Jul 19, 2023
- Violation
3280.131(d)(5)/3280.131(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 childcare group settings). Child(ren) shall be dismissed from care by close of business 7/18/23 until either the immunization record is updated or a parent provides a written, signed exemption letter.
Children # 2 and 4 (see code sheet for DOB) do not have a review of their immunization status according to the recommendations of the ACIP on file. Child # 1 (see code sheet for DOB) does not have written documentation that they received their annual flu vaccine in 2022.
Corrected by Jul 21, 2023
- Violation
3280.151(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 # 1 is dated 9/15/2020, therefore no longer valid.
Corrected by Aug 7, 2023
- Violation
3280.181(c) · A parent is required to review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information.
The emergency contact form on file for child # 3 was last updated 8/8/22. The emergency contact form on file for child # 5 was last updated 6/18/21.
Corrected by Jul 21, 2023
- Violation
3280.182(3)/3280.182(5) · A child's record must contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission. A child's record must 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 on file for child # 1 does not have written consent for emergency care or the administration of minor first aid procedures.
Corrected by Jul 31, 2023
- Violation
3280.95(a)/3280.95(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 primary staff person or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements in subsection (a) are met.
More than 30 days passed between fire alarm tests documented at the facility. The test logs were dated 1/5/23, 2/9/23, 3/7/23, 4/13/23, 5/8/23, 6/7/23, and 7/7/23. The fire alarm tests from the previous inspection to 1/5/23 could not be located during the inspection.
Corrected by Jul 20, 2023
- Violation
3280.31(f) · Staff persons #1 and 2 shall complete the required one-hour 2022 update to the health and safety training by 8/10/23.
Staff persons #1 and 2 did not complete the required one-hour 2022 update to the health and safety training by 12/30/2022.
Corrected by Aug 10, 2023
- Violation
3280.131(a) · 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.
Child # 3, a school aged child, enrolled on 5/17/21; their initial health report was dated 9/21/21, which is more than 60 days following their first date of attendance.
Corrected by Jul 21, 2023
- Violation
3280.76 · Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards.
During a complaint investigation on 7/18/23, the cert rep observed a hole in the bathroom door, a garden hose stretching across the walkway of the outdoor play area, cords hanging in an area accessible to the children, and a young toddler gave broken pieces of glass to the rep during the file review process.
Corrected by Sep 19, 2023
- Violation
3280.113(a)/3280.113(a)(1) · 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. 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. The legal entity must arrange for all facility staff, including themself, to receive a minimum of two hours of training regarding supervision of children. DHS staff will submit a referral for an in-person training to be conducted by a PQAS approved instructor approved to provide the training.
On June 30, 2023, an inspector from the Office of Inspector General observed 2 children inside the facility unsupervised while the operator was outside. The operator indicated the children were not part of the day care, however, did not have attendance records to verify who the children were.
Corrected by Nov 6, 2023
- Violation
3280.113(a)/3280.113(a)(1) · 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. Children must be supervised at all times.
On June 30, 2023, an inspector from the Office of Inspector General observed 2 children inside the facility unsupervised while the operator was outside. The operator indicated the children were not part of the day care, however, did not have attendance records to verify who the children were.
Corrected by Jun 30, 2023
- Violation
3280.124(b)(2)/3280.124(b)(6) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care. Emergency contact information must include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable. The operator will contact the regional office at 1-800-222-2108 to schedule themself for the next existing provider orientation. The operator will attend the existing provider orientation that is scheduled for November 29, 2023.
The emergency contact forms for children # 2 and 3 do not have the phone number of the child's physician. The emergency contact forms for children # 1 and 2 do not have the health insurance policy name or number.
Corrected by Nov 29, 2023
- Violation
3280.124(b)(2)/3280.124(b)(6) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care. Emergency contact information must include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.
The emergency contact forms for children # 2 and 3 do not have the phone number of the child's physician. The emergency contact forms for children # 1 and 2 do not have the health insurance policy name or number.
Corrected by Oct 4, 2023
- Violation
3280.131(a) · 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.
Children # 1 and 2 started at the facility on 2/1/23. There is no initial health report on file for either child.
Corrected by Sep 19, 2023
- Violation
3280.31(e) · A staff person shall obtain an annual 12 clock hours of child care training.
There are no annual child care training hours logged for staff person # 1 and # 2.
Corrected by Aug 12, 2022
- Violation
3280.17 · The legal entity shall have comprehensive general liability insurance to cover all persons who are on the premises. A current copy of the insurance policy shall be on file at the facility.
The certificate of liability insurance on file at the facility has an expiration date of 4/19/2020.
Corrected by Jul 20, 2022
- Violation
3280.20 · A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations. State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. Until such time as the required pre-service trainings are completed, staff person #1 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an primary staff person 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 does not have current pediatric first-aid/CPR training. This is evidenced by the previously documented pediatric first-aid/CPR training expiration date of 6//27/22.
Corrected by Aug 20, 2022
- Violation
3280.26(f) · The operator shall send a copy of the emergency plan and subsequent plan updates to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.
Operator admitted they did not send a copy of the emergency plan to the local municipality.
Corrected by Aug 4, 2022
- Violation
3280.65 · Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.
The certification rep observed electrical outlets without protective covered in the childcare space with toddlers and preschool children.
Corrected by Jul 20, 2022
- Violation
3280.66(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.
The certification rep observed a can of Lysol disinfectant spray labeled keep out of reach of children in the unlocked cabinet under the bathroom sink.
Corrected by Jul 20, 2022
- Violation
3280.75(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 does not have scissors, soap, or tweezers.
Corrected by Jul 20, 2022
- Violation
3280.123(a)(5) · An agreement shall specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
The fee agreement on file for child # 1 does not have the release persons.
Corrected by Aug 5, 2022
- Violation
3280.124(b)(7) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
The emergency contact form for child # 1 does not have the release person's name address or phone number.
Corrected by Aug 5, 2022
- Violation
3280.131(c) · A health report must be written and signed by a physician, physician's assistant or a CRNP. The signature must include the individual's professional title.
The health report on file for child # 1 is not signed by a physician, physician's assistant, or CRNP.
Corrected by Aug 12, 2022
- Violation
3280.181(c) · A parent is required to review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information.
The emergency contact form and financial agreement for child # 1 was not reviewed by the parent since 7/2020. The emergency contact forms and financial agreements for children # 2, 4, and 5 were not reviewed by the parent since 6/2021. The emergency contact form and financial agreement for child # 3 was not reviewed by the parent since 5/2021.
Corrected by Aug 5, 2022
- Violation
3280.182(3)/3280.182(5) · A child's record must contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission. A child's record must 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 # 1 does not have written consent by the parent for emergency care or the administration of minor first aid procedures.
Corrected by Aug 8, 2022
- Violation
3280.95(a)/3280.95(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 primary staff person or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements in subsection (a) are met.
Fire alarm test logs were not completed since 12/2021. Operator stated alarms are tested during each fire drill, however the alarm test was not documented.
Corrected by Jul 20, 2022
- Violation
3280.66(b)/3280.68(b) · Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be used in a way that does not contaminate play surfaces, food, food preparation areas and does not constitute a hazard to the children. Ashes and cigarette or cigar butts are prohibited in a child care space, a play space or a food preparation area.
At the time of the inspection, the provider had an open carton of cigarettes sitting on a countertop. The provider also had cigarette butts soaking in water on the middle island countertop in the kitchen. Both of these areas were accessible to children. The provider stated that she soaks the cigarettes and then uses the liquid to keep the bugs out of her plants. She was informed that cigarette butts are toxic to children and can not be in the child care space.
Corrected by Oct 25, 2021
- Violation
3280.95(a)/3280.95(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 primary staff person or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements in subsection (a) are met.
On 8/3/2021, a renewal inspection was conducted at the facility. The inter-connected fire detection system at the facility was not fully operable. The smoke detectors only sounded on the second floor when tested, and not on any other floor of the four-story home. The provider admitted to removing one unit on the first floor, which caused the system to no longer inter connect. There was no smoke detector on the fourth floor. The facility was not in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)).(b). The Plan of Correction required for this violation was for all staff in the group child care home to attend in-person Fire Safety Training conducted by a Fire Safety Professional. A plan of correction was received stating all violations would be corrected as of 10/9/21. A site visit was conducted on 10/25/21, the certification representative observed that all staff did not complete an in-person Fire Safety Training conducted by a Fire Safety Professional
Corrected by Oct 26, 2021
- Violation
3280.32(a)/3280.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. The CPSL was revised to include a requirement that all clearances (and/or mandated reporter training) be updated and on file at least every 60 months.
On 8/3/2021, a renewal inspection was conducted at the facility. Staff #2 did not have Mandated Child Abuse training on file. A plan of correction was received stating all violations would be corrected as of 9/3/21. A site visit was conducted on 9/8/21, the certification representative observed that staff #2 did not complete Mandated Child Abuse Reporting training.
Corrected by Sep 8, 2021
- Violation
3280.34(b)(5)/3280.192(2)(iii) · A primary staff person shall have attained a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years of experience with childrenA facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.
On 8/3/2021, a renewal inspection was conducted at the facility. There was no high school diploma and no verification of 2 years (2,500 hours) of child care experience on file for staff #1. A plan of correction was received stating all violations would be corrected as of 9/3/21. A site visit was conducted on 9/8/21, the certification representative observed that staff #1 did not have education on file.
Corrected by Oct 5, 2021
- Violation
3280.123(a) · An agreement shall be signed by the operator and the parent.
On 8/3/2021, a renewal inspection was conducted at the facility. There was no parent signature on the agreement for child #1, 2 and 5. There was no operator signature on the agreement for child #5. A plan of correction was received stating all violations would be corrected as of 9/3/21. A site visit was conducted on 9/8/21, the certification representative observed there was no parent signature on the agreement for child #1, 2 and 5.
Corrected by Sep 8, 2021
- Violation
3280.123(a)(4) · An agreement shall specify the child's arrival and departure times.
On 8/3/2021, a renewal inspection was conducted at the facility. There were no arrival and departure times on the agreement for child #5. A plan of correction was received stating all violations would be corrected as of 9/3/21. A site visit was conducted on 9/8/21, the certification representative observed that there were no arrival and departure times on the agreement for child #5.
Corrected by Sep 8, 2021
- Violation
3280.123(a)(5) · An agreement shall specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
On 8/3/2021, a renewal inspection was conducted at the facility. There was nothing on the agreement of child #1, 2, 4 and 5 specifying the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released. A plan of correction was received stating all violations would be corrected as of 9/3/21. A site visit was conducted on 9/8/21, the certification representative observed that there was nothing on the agreement of child #1, 2, 4 and 5 specifying the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
Corrected by Sep 8, 2021
- Violation
3280.123(a)(6)/3280.182(2) · An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission.A child's record must contain the dates of application, admission and withdrawal of the child.
On 8/3/2021, a renewal inspection was conducted at the facility. There was no date of admission on the agreement of child #2. A plan of correction was received stating all violations would be corrected as of 9/3/21. A site visit was conducted on 9/8/21, the certification representative observed that there was no date of admission on the agreement of child #2.
Corrected by Sep 8, 2021
- Violation
3280.123(b) · A parent shall receive the original agreement. The facility shall retain a copy of the agreement.
On 8/3/2021, a renewal inspection was conducted at the facility. Child #3 did not have an agreement on file. A plan of correction was received stating all violations would be corrected as of 9/3/21. A site visit was conducted on 9/8/21, the certification representative observed that child #3 did not have an agreement on file.
Corrected by Sep 8, 2021
- Violation
3280.124(a) · Emergency contact information is required for each enrolled child. Emergency contact information shall reference who shall be contacted in an emergency.
On 8/3/2021, a renewal inspection was conducted at the facility. Child #5 did not have an emergency contact form on file. A plan of correction was received stating all violations . would be corrected as of 9/3/21. A site visit was conducted on 9/8/21, the certification representative observed child #5 did not have an emergency contact form on file.
Corrected by Sep 8, 2021
- Violation
3280.31(f) · Staff persons shall complete professional development in the following topics within 90 days of hire.
On 8/3/2021, a renewal inspection was conducted at the facility. Staff #2 did not have Health and Safety training on file. Staff has been employed at the facility more than 90 days. A plan of correction was received stating all violations would be corrected as of 9/3/21. A site visit was conducted on 9/8/21, the certification representative observed staff #2 did not complete the Health and Safety Training.
Corrected by Sep 26, 2021
- Violation
3280.124(b)(2) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.
On 8/3/2021, a renewal inspection was conducted at the facility. There was no name, address and phone number of the child's physician on the emergency contact form for child #1, 2, 3 and 4. A plan of correction was received stating all violations would be corrected as of 9/3/21. A site visit was conducted on 9/8/21, the certification representative observed there was no name, address and phone number of the child's physician on the emergency contact form for child #1, 2, 3 and 4.
Corrected by Sep 8, 2021
- Violation
3280.124(b)(3) · Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
On 8/3/2021, a renewal inspection was conducted at the facility. There was no work address and phone number of the enrolling parent on the emergency contact form for child #1, 2, 3 and 4. A plan of correction was received stating all violations would be corrected as of 9/3/21. A site visit was conducted on 9/8/21, the certification representative observed there was no work address and phone number of the enrolling parent on the emergency contact form for child #1, 2, 3 and 4.
Corrected by Sep 8, 2021
- Violation
3280.124(b)(6) · Emergency contact information must include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.
On 8/3/2021, a renewal inspection was conducted at the facility. There was no health insurance coverage and policy number on the emergency contact form for child #1, 2, 3 and 4. A plan of correction was received stating all violations would be corrected as of 9/3/21. A site visit was conducted on 9/8/21, the certification representative observed same there was no health insurance coverage and policy number on the emergency contact form for child #1, 2, 3 and 4.
Corrected by Sep 8, 2021
- Violation
3280.124(b)(7) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
On 8/3/2021, a renewal inspection was conducted at the facility. There was no address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released on the emergency contact form for child #1, 2, 3 and 4. A plan of correction was received stating all violations would be corrected as of 9/3/21. A site visit was conducted on 9/8/21, the certification representative observed there was no address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released on the emergency contact form for child #1, 2, 3 and 4.
Corrected by Sep 8, 2021
- Violation
3280.124(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.
On 8/3/2021, a renewal inspection was conducted at the facility. There was no written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency displayed anywhere in the facility. A plan of correction was received stating all violations would be corrected as of 9/3/21. A site visit was conducted on 9/8/21, the certification representative observed there was no written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency displayed anywhere in the facility.
Corrected by Sep 8, 2021
- Violation
3280.131(d)(5) · A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP.
On 8/3/2021, a renewal inspection was conducted at the facility. There was no annual influenza vaccine or exemption from that vaccine within the past 12 months on file for child #1,2,3,4 and 5. A plan of correction was received stating all violations would be corrected as of 9/3/21. A site visit was conducted on 9/8/21, the certification representative observed there was no annual influenza vaccine or exemption from that vaccine within the past 12 months on file for child #1,2,3,4 and 5.
Corrected by Sep 8, 2021
- Violation
3280.131(d)(7) · A health report shall include a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.
On 8/3/2021, a renewal inspection was conducted at the facility. On the health assessments for child #1,2 and 5, there was no statement stating that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease. A plan of correction was received stating all violations would be corrected as of 9/3/21. A site visit was conducted on 9/8/21, the certification representative observed the health assessments for child #1,2 and 5, and there was no statement stating that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.
Corrected by Sep 8, 2021
- Violation
3280.151(a)/3280.192(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.
On 8/3/2021, a renewal inspection was conducted at the facility. There was no health assessment and Tb testing on file for staff #1. There was no updated health assessment on file for staff #2. The last dated health assessment for staff #2 was 3-6-18. A plan of correction was received stating all violations would be corrected as of 9/3/21. A site visit was conducted on 9/8/21, the certification representative observed there was no health assessment and Tb testing on file for staff #1. There was no updated health assessment on file for staff #2. The last dated health assessment for staff #2 was 3-6-18.
Corrected by Sep 8, 2021
- Violation
3280.181(a) · An operator shall establish and maintain an individual record for each child enrolled in the facility.
At the time of the site visit on 9-8-21, there were no files for child #1, 2 and 4.
Corrected by Sep 8, 2021
- Violation
3280.182(3)/3280.182(5) · A child's record must contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission.A child's record must contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission.
On 8/3/2021, a renewal inspection was conducted at the facility. There was no signed consent for emergency medical care for the child and no signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff on the emergency contact form for child #1, 2, 3 and 4. A plan of correction was received stating all violations would be corrected as of 9/3/21. A site visit was conducted on 9/8/21, the certification representative observed there was no signed consent for emergency medical care for the child and no signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff on the emergency contact form for child #1, 2, 3 and 4.
Corrected by Sep 8, 2021
- Violation
3280.192(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
On 8/3/2021, a renewal inspection was conducted at the facility. Staff # 2 did not have two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person on file. A plan of correction was received stating all violations would be corrected as of 9/3/21. A site visit was conducted on 9/8/21, the certification representative observed Staff # 2 did not have two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person on file.
Corrected by Sep 8, 2021
- Violation
3280.26(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.
On 8/3/2021, a renewal inspection was conducted at the facility. The provider did not have accommodations for infants and toddlers listed in the emergency plan. A plan of correction was received stating all violations would be corrected as of 9/3/21. A site visit was conducted on 9/8/21, the certification representative observed the emergency plan did not include accommodations for infants and toddlers.
Corrected by Sep 26, 2021
- Violation
3280.94(a)(5) · Evacuation routes are posted in a conspicuous location on each floor of the facility.
On 8/3/2021, a renewal inspection was conducted at the facility. Evacuation routes were not posted on each floor of the facility. A plan of correction was received stating all violations would be corrected as of 9/3/21. A site visit was conducted on 9/8/21, the certification representative observed that evacuation routes were not posted on each floor of the facility.
Corrected by Sep 22, 2021
- Violation
3280.95(a)/3280.95(b) · (a) Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)).(b) The primary staff person or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements in subsection (a) are met. The provider will come into compliance with ACT 62 by having an operable, inner-connected fire detection system at all times. The provider will demonstrate operation and compliance with DHS certification representative. The provider and all staff of the group child care will attend and complete an in-person Fire Safety Training conducted by a Fire Safety Professional.
On 8/3/2021, a renewal inspection was conducted at the facility. The inter-connected fire detection system at the facility was not fully operable. The smoke detectors only sounded on the second floor when tested, and not on any other floor of the four-story home. The provider admitted to removing one unit on the first floor, which caused the system to no longer inter connect. There was no smoke detector on the fourth floor. The facility was not in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)).(b). The Plan of Correction required for this violation was for all staff in the group child care home to attend in-person Fire Safety Training conducted by a Fire Safety Professional. A plan of correction was received stating all violations would be corrected as of 9/3/21. A site visit was conducted on 9/8/21, the certification representative observed that all staff did not complete an in-person Fire Safety Training conducted by a Fire Safety Professional .
Corrected by Oct 9, 2021
- Violation
3280.95(a)/3280.95(b) · (a) Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)).(b) The primary staff person or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements in subsection (a) are met. The provider will come into compliance with ACT 62 by having an operable, inner-connected fire detection system at all times. The provider will demonstrate operation and compliance with DHS certification representative.
On 8/3/2021, a renewal inspection was conducted at the facility. There was no verification of a written manual monthly monitoring log of the fire detection system, therefore, the provider was not in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)). A plan of correction was received stating all violations would be corrected as of 9/3/21. A site visit was conducted on 9/8/21, the certification representative observed the provider did not have a written manual monthly monitoring log of the fire detection system.
Corrected by Sep 8, 2021
- Violation
3280.123(b) · A parent shall receive the original agreement. The facility shall retain a copy of the agreement.
At the time of the inspection, child #3 did not have an agreement on file.
Corrected by Aug 13, 2021
- Violation
3280.26(c) · The operator shall ensure 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.
At the time of the inspection, the staff #2 did not have emergency plan training on file.
Corrected by Sep 3, 2021
- Violation
3280.32(a)/3280.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). The CPSL was revised to include a requirement that all clearances (and/or mandated reporter training) be updated and on file at least every 60 months. 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 operate a group child care while awaiting results of NSOR certificate. Facility Person #2 may not work in a child care position while awaiting results of NSOR certificate and PA State Police Clearance. .
At the time of the inspection, staff #1 did not have a completed National Sex Offender Registry Certificate (NSOR) or mandated child abuse reporting training on file. Staff #2 did not have a completed National Sex Offender Registry Certificate (NSOR) or mandated child abuse reporting training on file. Staff #2 also had a PA State Police clearance dated 4-9-12 on file and therefore, is not within the 60 month CPSL requirement and is expired.
Corrected by Aug 3, 2021
- Violation
3280.32(a)/3280.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). The CPSL was revised to include a requirement that all clearances (and/or mandated reporter training) be updated and on file at least every 60 months. . 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 operate a group child care while awaiting results of NSOR certificate. Facility Person #2 may not work in a child care position while awaiting results of NSOR certificate and PA State Police Clearance. The legal entity is required to attend Existing Provider Orientation conducted at the Northeast Regional Office. The legal entity representative must contact the Regional Office in order to schedule this training
At the time of the inspection, staff #1 did not have a completed National Sex Offender Registry Certificate (NSOR) or mandated child abuse reporting training on file. Staff #2 did not have a completed National Sex Offender Registry Certificate (NSOR) or mandated child abuse reporting training on file. Staff #2 also had a PA State Police clearance dated 4-9-12 on file and therefore, is not within the 60 month CPSL requirement and is expired.
Corrected by Aug 25, 2021
- Violation
3280.32(a)/3280.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). The CPSL was revised to include a requirement that all clearances (and/or mandated reporter training) be updated and on file at least every 60 months. 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.
At the time of the inspection, staff #1 did not have a completed National Sex Offender Registry Certificate (NSOR), signed disclosure statement or mandated child abuse reporting training on file. Staff #2 did not have a completed National Sex Offender Registry Certificate (NSOR), signed disclosure statement or mandated child abuse reporting training on file. Staff #2 also had a PA State Police clearance dated 4-9-12 on file and therefore, is not within the 60 month CPSL requirement and is expired.
Corrected by Aug 14, 2021
- Violation
3280.123(a)(6)/3280.182(2) · An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission.A child's record must contain the dates of application, admission and withdrawal of the child.
At the time of the inspection, there was no date of admission on the agreement of child #2.
Corrected by Aug 13, 2021
- Violation
3280.34(b)(5)/3280.192(2)(ii) · A primary staff person shall have attained a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years of experience with childrenA facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.
At the time of the inspection, there was no high school diploma and no verification of 2 years (2,500 hours) of child care experience on file for staff #1.
Corrected by Sep 3, 2021
- Violation
3280.35(1)/3280.192(2)(iv) · A secondary staff person shall have obtained a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate. A facility person's record shall include acceptable verification of experience, education or training is a transcript or a diploma or a letter signed by a representative of the experiential, educational or training entity.
At the time of the inspection, there was no verification of a high school diploma on file for staff #2.
Corrected by Sep 3, 2021
- Violation
3280.75(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.
At the time of the inspection, there were no band-aids and tweezers in the first aid kit.
Corrected by Aug 25, 2021
- Violation
3280.118(c) · A veterinarian's certificate of current rabies immunization is required for a cat or dog at the facility. The certificate shall be on file when the cat or dog is present.
At the time of the inspection, the dog DEE DEE did not have current Rabies vaccination on file. The rabies vaccination on file was dated 2019 and was only valid for 12 months.
Corrected by Aug 16, 2021
- Violation
3280.123(a) · An agreement shall be signed by the operator and the parent.
At the time of the inspection, there was no parent signature on the agreement for child #1, 2 and 5. There was no operator signature on the agreement for child #5.
Corrected by Aug 13, 2021
- Violation
3280.123(a)(4) · An agreement shall specify the child's arrival and departure times.
At the time of the inspection, there were no arrival and departure times on the agreement for child #5.
Corrected by Aug 13, 2021
- Violation
3280.123(a)(5) · An agreement shall specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
At the time of the inspection, there was nothing on the agreement of child #1, 2, 4 and 5 specifying the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
Corrected by Aug 13, 2021
- Violation
3280.124(a) · Emergency contact information is required for each enrolled child. Emergency contact information shall reference who shall be contacted in an emergency.
At the time of the inspection, child #5 did not have an emergency contact form on file.
Corrected by Aug 13, 2021
- Violation
3280.124(b)(2) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.
At the time of the inspection, there was no name, address and phone number of the child's physician on the emergency contact form for child #1, 2, 3 and 4.
Corrected by Aug 13, 2021
- Violation
3280.124(b)(3) · Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
At the time of the inspection, there was no work address and phone number of the enrolling parent on the emergency contact form for child #1, 2, 3 and 4.
Corrected by Aug 13, 2021
- Violation
3280.124(b)(6) · Emergency contact information must include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.
At the time of the inspection, there was no health insurance coverage and policy number on the emergency contact form for child #1, 2, 3 and 4.
Corrected by Aug 13, 2021
- Violation
3280.124(b)(7) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
At the time of the inspection, there was no address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released on the emergency contact form for child #1, 2, 3 and 4.
Corrected by Aug 13, 2021
- Violation
3280.124(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.
At the time of the inspection, there was no written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency displayed anywhere in the facility.
Corrected by Sep 3, 2021
- Violation
3280.131(d)(5) · A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP.
At the time of the inspection, there was no annual influenza vaccine or exemption from that vaccine within the past 12 months on file for child #1,2,3,4 and 5.
Corrected by Aug 13, 2021
- Violation
3280.131(d)(7) · A health report shall include a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.
At the time of the inspection, on the health assessments for child #1,2 and 5 there was no statement stating that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.
Corrected by Aug 13, 2021
- Violation
3280.151(a)/3280.192(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.
At the time of the inspection, there was no health assessment and Tb testing on file for staff #1. There was no updated health assessment on file for staff #2. The last dated health assessment for staff #2 was 3-6-18.
Corrected by Sep 3, 2021
- Violation
3280.182(3)/3280.182(5) · A child's record must contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission.A child's record must contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission.
At the time of the inspection, there was no signed consent for emergency medical care for the child and no signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff on the emergency contact form for child #1, 2, 3 and 4.
Corrected by Aug 13, 2021
- Violation
3280.192(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
At the time of the inspection, staff #1 and 2 did not have two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person on file.
Corrected by Sep 3, 2021
- Violation
3280.26(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 operator shall send a copy of the emergency plan and subsequent plan updates to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency
At the time of the inspection, the provider did not have accommodations for infants and toddlers listed in the emergency plan.
Corrected by Sep 3, 2021
- Violation
3280.94(a)(5) · Evacuation routes are posted in a conspicuous location on each floor of the facility.
At the time of the inspection, evacuation routes were not posted on each floor of the facility.
Corrected by Sep 3, 2021
- Violation
3280.95(a)/3280.95(b) · (a) Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)).(b) The primary staff person or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements in subsection (a) are met. The provider will not operate under current fire detection system. The provider must temporarily install operable smoke detectors on each floor and demonstrate compliance with a DHS certification representative before being allowed to reopen.
At the time of the inspection, the inter-connected fire detection system at the facility was not fully operable. The smoke detectors only sounded on the second floor when tested, and not on any other floor of the four-story home. The provider admitted to removing one unit on the first floor, which caused the system to no longer inter connect. There was no smoke detector on the fourth floor. The facility was not in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)).(b)
Corrected by Aug 3, 2021
- Violation
3280.95(a)/3280.95(b) · (a) Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)).(b) The primary staff person or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements in subsection (a) are met. The provider will not operate under current fire detection system. The provider must temporarily install operable smoke detectors on each floor and demonstrate compliance with a DHS certification representative before being allowed to reopen. The provider will come into compliance with ACT 62 by having an operable, inner-connected fire detection system at all times. The provider will demonstrate operation and compliance with DHS certification representative.
At the time of the inspection, the inter-connected fire detection system at the facility was not fully operable. The smoke detectors only sounded on the second floor when tested, and not on any other floor of the four-story home. The provider admitted to removing one unit on the first floor, which caused the system to no longer inter connect. There was no smoke detector on the fourth floor. The facility was not in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)).(b)
Corrected by Aug 25, 2021
- Violation
3280.95(a)/3280.95(b) · (a) Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)).(b) The primary staff person or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements in subsection (a) are met. The provider will not operate under current fire detection system. The provider must temporarily install operable smoke detectors on each floor and demonstrate compliance with a DHS certification representative before being allowed to reopen. The provider will come into compliance with ACT 62 by having an operable, inner-connected fire detection system at all times. The provider will demonstrate operation and compliance with DHS certification representative. The provider and all staff of the group child care will attend and complete an in-person Fire Safety Training conducted by a Fire Safety Professional.
At the time of the inspection, the inter-connected fire detection system at the facility was not fully operable. The smoke detectors only sounded on the second floor when tested, and not on any other floor of the four-story home. The provider admitted to removing one unit on the first floor, which caused the system to no longer inter connect. There was no smoke detector on the fourth floor. The facility was not in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)).(b)
Corrected by Sep 10, 2021
- Violation
3280.95(a)/3280.95(b) · (a) Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)).(b) The primary staff person or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements in subsection (a) are met.
At the time of the inspection, there was no verification of a written manual monthly monitoring log of the fire detection system and no installation documents of any of the fire detection devices that were on site, therefore, the provider was not in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)).(b)
Corrected by Sep 3, 2021
- Violation
3280.31(f)/3280.31(h) · Staff persons shall complete professional development in the following topics within 90 days of hire. All staff persons shall complete the professional development under subsection(f).
At the time of the inspection, staff #2 did not have Health and Safety training on file. Staff has been employed at the facility more than 90 days.
Corrected by Sep 3, 2021
- Violation
3280.171(a) · The operator shall notify local traffic safety authorities in writing of the location of the facility and about the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the group child care facility.
At the time of the inspection, there was no verification that the provider was notifying the local traffic safety authorities in writing of the location of the facility and about the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the group child care facility.
Corrected by Sep 3, 2021
Questions to ask on your tour
Generated from this facility's specific inspection record
- 1The Dec 4, 2025 inspection noted: “During the renewal inspection conducted on 12/4/2025 observed child #3's agreement did not specify the amount of the fee to be charged per day or week or specif…” — what has changed since then?
- 2The Jan 8, 2025 inspection noted: “During the renewal inspection conducted on 1/8/2025 observed the facility did not have verification of a Shaken Baby Syndrome policy.” — what has changed since then?
- 3The Jan 3, 2024 inspection noted: “The first aid kit at the facility was missing scissors.” — what has changed since then?
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