Building Blocks Learning Child Dev Ctr

3270.82(h) · A facility person and an able child shall wash his hands after toileting and before eating. A sign on which this requirement is written shall be posted at each toilet, training chair, diapering area and sink in the facility.

During the unannounced inspection conducted 12/11/2024, the bathroom toilet areas throughout the facility did not include a handwashing sign over each toilet.

Corrected by Dec 13, 2024

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3270.51 · When children are grouped in similar age levels, the following maximum child group sizes and ratios of staff persons apply: Infants 1:4 with a maximum group size of 8; Young toddlers 1:5 with a maximum group size of 10; Older toddlers 1:6 with a maximum group size of 12; Preschool children 1:10 with a maximum group size of 20; Young school-age children 1:12 with a maximum group size of 24; Older school-age children 1:15 with a maximum group size of 30.

During the complaint investigation conducted 12/11/2024, there were three staff present in the infant childcare space with nine infant age children. The staff and children exceeded the maximum group size for infants as all children were in one group.

Corrected by Dec 11, 2024

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3270.113(b) · A facility person may not use any form of physical punishment, including spanking a child.

During the unannounced inspection conducted 12/11/2024, it was found that staff Person #1 was observed grabbing child #1 by the arms and slamming the child into the playground wall when the child did not listen.

Corrected by Dec 11, 2024

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3270.113(d) · A facility person may not use harsh, demeaning or abusive language in the presence of children.

During the complaint investigation conducted 12/11/2024, it was found that staff person #1 often screams at the children during different incidents at the facility.

Corrected by Dec 11, 2024

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3270.66(a) · Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children.

During the renewal inspection on July 10, 2024 Aquaphor healing ointment was observed in reach and accessible to children in the unlocked diaper changing table inside of the toddler A classroom.

Corrected by Jul 10, 2024

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3270.76 · Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards.

During the renewal inspection on July 10, 2024 the bathroom tile and bottom of the toilet area was observed stained and dirty inside of the Pre-K classroom.

Corrected by Jul 10, 2024

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3270.77(a) · Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.

During the renewal inspection on July 10, 2024 chip paint was observed on the purple wall near the sink and changing table inside of the preschool A classroom.

Corrected by Jul 10, 2024

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3270.124(b)(4) · Emergency contact information must include the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care.

During the renewal inspection on July 10, 2024 the emergency contact reviewed for child #1 and #2 did not include a written consent signed by the parent for emergency medical care.

Corrected by Jul 10, 2024

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3270.124(b)(5) · Emergency contact information must include information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant or CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation.

During the renewal inspection on July 10, 2024 the emergency contact reviewed for child #1 and #2 did not include information on the Childs special needs.

Corrected by Jul 10, 2024

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3270.151(c)(1) · An adult health assessment must include a physical examination.

During the renewal inspection on July 10, 2024 the health assessment reviewed for staff #1 did not include an answer to the physical examination question.

Corrected by Jul 10, 2024

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3270.151(c)(3) · An adult health assessment must include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination.

During the renewal inspection on July 10, 2024 the health assessment reviewed for staff #1 did not include the results of the examination for communicable diseases.

Corrected by Jul 10, 2024

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3270.151(c)(4) · An adult health assessment must include information on medical problems that might threaten the health of the children or prohibit a staff person from providing adequate care to children.

During the renewal inspection on July 10, 2024 the health assessment reviewed for staff #1 did not include the answer to information on medical problems that might threaten the health of the children or prohibit a staff person from providing adequate care to children.

Corrected by Jul 10, 2024

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3270.151(c)(5) · An adult health assessment must include the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care.

During the renewal inspection on July 10, 2024 the health assessment reviewed for staff #1 did not include the physician's or CRNP's assessment answer of the person's suitability to provide childcare.

Corrected by Jul 10, 2024

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3270.182(3) · A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission.

During the renewal inspection on July 10, 2024 the emergency contact reviewed for child #1 and #2 did not include a written consent signed by the parent for emergency medical care.

Corrected by Jul 10, 2024

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3270.182(4) · A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs.

During the renewal inspection on July 10, 2024 the emergency contact reviewed for child #1 and #2 did not include a written consent signed by the parent for administration of medications or special dietary needs.

Corrected by Jul 10, 2024

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3270.182(5) · A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission.

During the renewal inspection on July 10, 2024 the emergency contact reviewed for child #1 and #2 did not include a written consent signed by the parent for administration of minor first-aid procedures.

Corrected by Jul 10, 2024

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3270.31(e) · A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of childcare training.

During the renewal inspection on July 10, 2024 there was no evidence that staff person #2 obtained 12 hours of professional development training within a 12-month period.

Corrected by Jul 11, 2024

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3270.113(a) · Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises.

The Provider self-reported on 9/8/21 that Staff 1, who was supervising 10 children, left the room taking 7 children with Staff 1 and leaving behind the other 3 children unsupervised.

Corrected by Nov 19, 2021

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3270.113(a)(1) · Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises.

During the inspection Staff 2 was assigned 8 children, but was only able to identify 7 of the assigned children. This is continued non-compliance from the Provider's self-reported non-compliance on 9/8/21.

Corrected by Nov 19, 2021

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3270.51/3270.52 · When children are grouped in similar age levels, the following maximum child group sizes and ratios of staff persons apply: Infants 1:4 with a maximum group size of 8; Young toddlers 1:5 with a maximum group size of 10; Older toddlers 1:6 with a maximum group size of 12; Preschool children 1:10 with a maximum group size of 20; Young school-age children 1:12 with a maximum group size of 24; Older school-age children 1:15 with a maximum group size of 30. When children are grouped in mixed age levels, the age of the youngest child in the group determines the staff:child ratio and maximum group size in accordance with the requirements in § 3270.51 (relating to similar age level). The required staff:child ratios must be maintained at all times.

During the renewal inspection, Staff 1 was supervising 7 young toddlers and 1 infant exceeding the required staff ratio of 1:4.

Corrected by Oct 7, 2021

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3270.69(b) · Hot water temperature, in areas accessible to children, may not exceed 110° F.

During the renewal inspection, the hot water temperature of the sink, located in the infant room, measured 120 degrees.

Corrected by Oct 8, 2021

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3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) · Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. §  1016(c)).The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met.

During the renewal inspection the Provider was not able to demonstrate that the fire detection system was operable. The Provider also did not have a proof of purchase for the fire detection system.

Corrected by Oct 20, 2021

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