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346 Chestnut St Unitarian Universalist, Meadville PA 16335 · License #CER-00254489 · Center · Child Care Center
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3270.14/3270.21 · A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations.State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.
The Shaken Baby Policy submitted by the facility does not include language regarding the prevention and identification of child maltreatment.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 7, 2026
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.27(c)/3270.192(2)(iii) · The operator shall assure that each facility person receives training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment, on an annual basis and at the time of each plan update. The operator shall document the date of each training and the names of all facility persons who received the training and kept on file at the facility. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.
The file for Staff person #1 does not include verification of emergency plan training completed within 90 days of hire (See LIS Code Sheet); the training was completed on 8.25.25..
Corrected Corrected by Aug 25, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.65 · Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.
Disposition: Compliant - Finalized
Generated from this facility's specific inspection record
Data synced from Pennsylvania DHS, Office of Child Development and Early Learning on Jul 8, 2026 · Source records · Report an error
There was an outlet in the Yellow classroom near the refrigerator that was missing an outlet cover and was accessible to children.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 23, 2026
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.66(a) · Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children.
There were two closets in the gross motor room that contained cleaning products and arts and crafts paint and products labeled "Keep out of reach f children" that were not locked, making the toxic items accessible to children.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 27, 2026
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.66(d) · Toxic plants are not permitted in a child care space.
The Certification Representative observed a Jade plant and a Shamrock (Oxalis) pant in the Green room. Both plants are considered to be (mildly) toxic and were accessible to children.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 23, 2026
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
There was a sink in the bathroom that did not have a handwashing sign posted.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 23, 2026
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.102(a) · Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts.
There were 2 Magna Tiles in the Green Room and 4 Magna Tiles in the Little Green Room that had cracked and broken edges with missing pieces of plastic on the edges.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 23, 2026
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.111(b) · The written plan of daily activities shall be posted in the group space.
There was no written daily activity schedule in the Yellow room..
Corrected Corrected by Mar 23, 2026
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(a)(4) · An agreement shall specify the child's arrival and departure times.
The agreement on file for Child #3 does not include the child's arrival and departure times.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 1, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(2) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.
The emergency contact form on file for Child #4 does not include the address for the child's pediatrician or source of medical care.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 6, 2026
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(3) · Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
The emergency contact form on file for Child #2 and #4 does not include the work address and/or telephone number for the enrolling parent.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 6, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(7) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
The emergency contact form on file for Child #2, #3, #4, and #5 does not include a complete address for all listed release persons.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 7, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) · The parent shall update in writing emergency contact information once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information. A parent is required to review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information.
The file for Child #1, #2, #3, #4, #5, who were all enrolled 8.27.25, more than 6 months ago, does not include a 6-month parental review signature for the emergency contact form and agreement.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 24, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(e)(1)/3270.131(e)(3) · Child #1 must be dismissed from care by close of business 3.23.26 and may only return to care when the immunization record is updated or when a parent provides a written, signed exemption letter. The facility shall require the parent to provide updated written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of ongoing vaccines administered to an infant, toddler or preschool child in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP. The facility shall implement dismissal policies in accordance with the Department of Health regulation in 28 Pa. Code § 27.77 (relating to immunization requirements for children in child care group settings).
The immunization record on file for Child #3, who is 4 years old, included 1 of 2 Hepatitis A vaccines recommended by the ACIP for a child this age.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 31, 2026
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) · A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem. A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.
The 2 most recent health assessments on file for Staff person #2 are dated 7.20.23 and 8.28.25, more than 24 months apart.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 28, 2025
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.94(a)(1) · The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter ensure fire drills are conducted at least once every 60 days.
The fire drill log on file included fire drills conducted 1.9.25-3.14.25 and 3.15.25-5.16.25, more than 60 days apart.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 27, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) · Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)). The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met.
The fire alarm 30-day test log includes test dates 3.12.25-4.14.25, more than 30 days apart.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 23, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(a)/3270.182(1) · The operator shall require the parent of an enrolled child, including a child, a foster child and a relative of an operator or a facility person, to provide an initial health report no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility. A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports.
The file for Child #4, with an enrollment date of 8.27.25, which is more than 60 days ago, does not include an initial health report.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 10, 2026
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
According to witness and staff statements, on 9.2.25 at approximately 11:50 AM, Child #1 exited the main classroom and then exited the building through the emergency exit. The emergency exit led directly to the fire escape landing and stairs. The fire escape landing was one story above the ground on the side of the building. When Child #1 exited the building, the emergency door closed and locked behind Child #1, leaving the child alone on the fire escape with no staff person present with the child, to see, hear, direct, and assess the child. When child #1 left the main classroom, he/she was being supervised by Staff #1. Staff #1 was supervising a group of 14 preschool aged children at the time child #1 left the main classroom. Staff #2 was not present with the children in his/her supervisory group in the main classroom at this time because he/she went downstairs to obtain the soup for lunch. Child #1 was unsupervised by any staff person for approximate 5 minutes.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 3, 2025
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
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. TIERED LIS: 1) Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. This portion of the plan shall have an immediate correction date. 2) Each staff member will complete DHS approved training on the topic of Supervision. Documentation of the completed training will be submitted to the certification representative within 1 week of completion of the training. This portion of the plan will have date within one week of the completion of the approved training. 3) The provider will develop a policy regarding staff placement so that all parts of the classroom can be monitored at all times. This policy will be distributed to all staff. All current staff will sign a declaration that they have received the policy. This policy will also be posted in all classrooms. This portion of the plan will have a correction date within two weeks of the approval of this plan. 4) The provider will post "Stop and Count" signs at every exit and entrance to all childcare spaces, the building, and the indoor and outdoor play spaces. The operator shall provide a date for when this will be implemented. 5) The director will conduct random supervision and ratio checks in all classrooms a minimum of 3 times each week for a minimum of 3 months. The checks will include the name of the classroom, the time and date the check was performed, the staff present and the number of children present by age. The legal entity will record the results on a DHS approved form and will submit the forms to the certification representative biweekly. This portion of the plan will have a correction date 3 months after the approval of the supervision monitoring form. 6) The facility will conduct monthly staff meetings for a period of 4 months from the approval of the plan of correction, reviewing supervision requirements and the tiered requirements set in this inspection summary. This portion of the plan will have date within one week of the completion of the fourth staff meeting.
According to witness and staff statements, on 9.2.25 at approximately 11:50 AM, Child #1 exited the main classroom and then exited the building through the emergency exit. The emergency exit led directly to the fire escape landing and stairs. The fire escape landing was one story above the ground on the side of the building. When Child #1 exited the building, the emergency door closed and locked behind Child #1, leaving the child alone on the fire escape with no staff person present with the child, to see, hear, direct, and assess the child. When child #1 left the main classroom, he/she was being supervised by Staff #1. Staff #1 was supervising a group of 14 preschool aged children at the time child #1 left the main classroom. Staff #2 was not present with the children in his/her supervisory group in the main classroom at this time because he/she went downstairs to obtain the soup for lunch. Child #1 was unsupervised by any staff person for approximate 5 minutes.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 6, 2026
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
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. Tiered LIS: 1) Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children, know the name and whereabouts of children in their assigned group and be physically present with the children in their group. This portion of the plan shall have an immediate correction date. 2) The provider will develop a policy for how and when children will be assigned to specific staff person each day. This policy will be distributed to all staff. All current staff will sign a declaration that they have received the policy. This portion of the plan will have a correction date within one week of the approval of the POC. 3) The provider will utilize supervision cards, with each staff person having cards for the children assigned to them. The operator shall provide a date for when this will be implemented.
According to witness and staff statements, on 9.2.25 at approximately 11:50 AM, Child #1 exited the main classroom and then exited the building through the emergency exit. The emergency exit led directly to the fire escape landing and stairs. The fire escape landing was one story above the ground on the side of the building. When Child #1 exited the building, the emergency door closed and locked behind Child #1, leaving the child alone on the fire escape with no staff person present with the child, to see, hear, direct, and assess the child. When child #1 left the main classroom, he/she was being supervised by Staff #1. Staff #1 was supervising a group of 14 preschool aged children at the time child #1 left the main classroom. Staff #2 was not present with the children in his/her supervisory group in the main classroom at this time because he/she went downstairs to obtain the soup for lunch. Child #1 was unsupervised by any staff person for approximate 5 minutes.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 14, 2025
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.21 · Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.
On 9/2/25 Child #1 was alone and unsupervised on the fire escape for approximately 5 minutes. The second story fire escape is narrow and very steep and unmanageable for a young child. At the bottom of the fire escape there was no barrier to keep Child #1 from having direct access to the main street with vehicular traffic that was 20 feet away.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 9, 2025
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.21 · Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.
During a complaint investigation, the CR observed the following hazards accessible to children under the fire escape steps: a wood pallet with splintered beams on the ground; sharp edges from 2 metal cylinder laying on the ground..
Corrected Corrected by Oct 23, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(e)(4)(i) · Competence is the completion of training by a professional in the field of first-aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). All staff persons shall renew their certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on or before the expiration of the most current certification.
The file for Staff person #2, #3 includes verification of First Aid/CPR training dated 3.19.25, after the expiration date of the previous training, 1.31.25.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 3, 2025
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(f) · Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10 or (g)1-10. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #1 must be supervised, when interacting with children at a minimum by, an AGS who has completed all preservice trainings and has all qualifications to care for children unsupervised. 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 has not completed the following required pre- service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet):PA Required Health and Safety for Centers-Group Child Care Part 1 and Part 2.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 7, 2025
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #1 may not work in a child care position at the facility.
The signed disclosure statement on file for Staff person #1 is not dated, making it invalid (See LIS Code Sheet).
Corrected Corrected by Sep 4, 2025
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(f) · Staff person(s) shall complete professional development in the topics of 3270.31(f)(1 -- 10) within 90 days of hire. Staff person #2 will have until 12/4/24 to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #2 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an AGS who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff available to supervise staff person #2, staff person #2 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.
Staff person #2 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric First Aid/Pediatric CPR. & Get Started with Center-Based Care; Building Blocks for Quality.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 21, 2024
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(f) · Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10.
Staff person #1 did not complete the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Get Started with Center-Based Care; Building Blocks for Quality; the training was completed on 8/19/24.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 28, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to Child Protective Services). Staff person #2 will have until 12/4/24 to complete the mandated reporter training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #2 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an AGS, who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise staff person #2, staff person #2 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.
Staff person #2 did not complete the mandated reporter training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet).
Corrected Corrected by Nov 21, 2024
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.77(a) · Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.
There was peeling paint on the wall by the gate in the Main classroom.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 21, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
There was not a handwashing sign at each sink in the Main room bathroom.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 21, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(7) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
The emergency contact form on file for Child #3 does not include a complete address for all listed release persons.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 21, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(c) · When children are in the facility, emergency contact information shall be present in a child care space for children receiving care in the space.
A child was observed receiving care in the Main classroom without their emergency contact forms being in the classroom.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 21, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(b)(2)/3270.181(c) · 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 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 most recent health assessment on file for Child #2, who is a preschool age child, is dated 8/31/23, more than 12 months ago.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 21, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(d)(4) · A health report shall include an assessment of an acute or chronic health problem or special need and recommendations for treatment or services, including information regarding abnormal results of screening tests for vision, hearing or lead poisoning.
the current health assessment on file for Child #4 does not indicate if the child has any acute or chronic health problem or special needs and recommendations for treatments or services.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 21, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) · ·Child #4 must be dismissed from care by close of business on 10/28/24 and may only return to care when the immunization record is updated or when a parent provides a written, signed exemption letter.
The immunization record on file for Child #4, who is a preschool child, includes 0 of 2 Hepatitis A vaccinations recommended by the ACIP for a child this age. The immunization record on file for Child #2, who is a preschool child, includes 1 of 2 Hepatitis A vaccinations recommended by the ACIP for a child this age. The immunization record on file for Child #4, who is a preschool child, includes 3 of 4 Pneumococcal vaccinations and 1 of 2 Hepatitis A vaccinations recommended by the ACIP for a child this age.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 21, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.192(5) · A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
The file for Staff person #1 includes only 1 written nonfamily reference.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 21, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.94(a)(1) · The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that fire drills are conducted at least once every 60 days.
The fire drill log on file included fire drills conducted 11/15/23-1/24/24, more than 60 days apart.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 28, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) · Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)). The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met.
The fire alarm 30-day test log includes test dates 10/12/23-11/15/23 and 11/15/23-12/18/23, more than 30 days apart.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 21, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.14/3270.21 · A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations.State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.
The facilities policy regarding shaken baby syndrome, abusive head trauma and child maltreatment does not include the prevention and identification of child maltreatment.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 26, 2023
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.27(e) · The operator shall provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining the emergency procedures. The operator shall also provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining any subsequent update to the plan.
The letter to parents regarding the facility emergency plan does not include accommodations for children with disabilities and chronic medical conditions.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 26, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.34(a)(6) · A director is responsible for written evaluation of staff persons on a regular basis, a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months.
The file for staff person #1 contains a current annual evaluation that was conducted greater than 12 months following the previous evaluation. The file for staff person #2 is lacking an annual evaluation conducted within the past 12 months.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 26, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(a) · An agreement shall be signed by the operator and the parent.
The file for child #1 was not signed by the operator.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 26, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(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 file for child #1 contains emergency contact information that is lacking health insurance policy information.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 26, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(7) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
The file for child #1 contains emergency contact information that is lacking the address and phone number for the emergency release persons.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 26, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.192(5) · A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
The file for staff person #3 contains only one of the required two written reference letters.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 26, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services).
The file for staff person #1 contains a mandated reporter training that expired 8/23/2022 and an updated mandated reporter training dated 9/23/2022 which is greater than 60 months following the previous training. The file is now current.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 20, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL.
The file for staff person #1, hire date (see IS code sheet) contains an FBI clearance that expired 7/31/2022 and an updated FBI clearance dated 9/8/2022 which is greater than 60 months following the previous clearance. The file for facility person #2, hire date (see IS code sheet) contains a state police clearance that expired 9/4/2022 and a child abuse clearance that expired 9/2/2022 and updated clearances dated 9/23/2022 which is greater than 60 months following the previous clearance. The file for facility person #3, hire date (see IS code sheet) contains a state police clearance that expired 9/2/2022 and a child abuse clearance that expired 9/11/2022 and updated clearances dated 9/23/2022 and 9/26/2022 which is greater than 60 months following the previous clearance. The files are now current.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 20, 2022
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(7) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
The files for child #1, #2 and #3 contain emergency contact forms that are lacking addresses for the emergency release persons.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 20, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(e) · A written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency shall be displayed conspicuously in every child care space and shall accompany a staff person who leaves on an excursion with children.
A medical emergency transportation plan was not posted in the facility play space.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 20, 2022
Category: transportation. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) · A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem.A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.
The file for facility person #2, serving as a cook, is lacking a health assessment conducted during the previous 24 month period.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 20, 2022
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(e)/3270.192(2)(iii) · A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.
The file for staff person #1 is lacking 12 hours of child care training completed during the year 12/19/2020 to 12/19/2021.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 20, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.136(d) · A facility person who knows of a communicable disease for which 28 Pa. Code Chapter 27 (relating to communicable and noncommunicable diseases) requires reporting, or who knows of a group expression of an illness which may be of public concern, whether or not it is known to be of a communicable nature, shall report it promptly to the appropriate division of the Department of Health as specified in Chapter 27, or to a local department of health.
Facility failed to promptly notify OCDEL of a positive COVID test result that occurred on Saturday, 1/8/22; OCDEL did not receive notification of the positive COVID test result until Friday, 1/14/22 which was more than 24 hours.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 19, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(h)/3270.192(2)(iii) · All staff persons shall complete the professional development under subsection (f). A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.
2nd CITATION: The staff file for Staff person #1 lacked training in health and safety topics numbers 1-10 as listed in the regulation 3270.31(f) which was required to be completed within 90 days of hire. PREVIOUSLY CITED on 10/13/21.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 10, 2021
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.192(5) · A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person
2nd CITATION: The staff file for Staff person #1 lacked one nonfamily reference. PREVIOUSLY CITED on 10/13/21.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 10, 2021
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.27(c) · The operator shall assure that each facility person receives training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment, on an annual basis and at the time of each plan update. The operator shall document the date of each training and the names of all facility persons who received the training and kept on file at the facility.
The staff file for Staff person #1 through #6 lacked documentation of having received training on the facility emergency plan at time of hire; Staff person #1 through #6 received emergency plan training on 9/29/21. The staff file for Staff person #7, who has a start date working with children of 1/4/21, lacked documentation of having received training on the facility emergency plan.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 29, 2021
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(e)(4)(i) · Competence is the completion of training by a professional in the field of first-aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). All staff persons shall renew their certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on or before the expiration of the most current certification.
The staff file for Staff person #6 contained child and baby first-aid/CPR training that was an online only training which is not an acceptable training.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 13, 2021
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.32(a)/3270.192(2)(iii) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.
The staff file for Staff person #2, who has a start date working in child care of 3/15/21, contained mandated reporter training dated 9/30/21 which was completed more than 90 days from start date working with children. The staff file for Staff person #6, who has a start date working in child care of 5/18/21, lacked mandated reporter training.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 25, 2021
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.192(5) · A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person
The staff file for Staff person #1 lacked two nonfamily references. The staff file for Staff person #6 lacked one nonfamily reference.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 29, 2021
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person #1 and Facility Person #4 may not work in a child care position at the facility. A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #1 and Facility Person #4 may not work in a child care position at the facility.
The staff file for Staff person #1, who has a start date working in child care of 1/4/21, lacked a valid State Police and FBI clearance on file. The staff file for Staff person #1 also contained a disclosure statement that was not dated thus making unable to determine if it was signed prior to first day working with children. The staff file for Staff person #4, who has a start date working in child care of 9/1/21, lacked documentation of having applied for and received a State criminal history check, a State sex offender registry check, and a State child abuse and neglect registry check from the State in which they resided in within the previous five years as required by the Child Protective Service Law (CPSL). The staff file for Staff person #5, who has a start date working in child care of 1/4/21, contained an FBI clearance dated 2/4/21 and there was no documentation of receipt on file of having gotten fingerprinted prior to working with children. The staff file for Staff person #5 also contained a disclosure statement that was not dated; thus unable to determine if it was signed prior to first day working with children.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 25, 2021
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.75(c) · A first-aid kit must contain the following: soap, an assortment of adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, tweezers, tape, scissors and disposable, nonporous gloves.
The classroom's first-aid kit lacked tweezers.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 25, 2021
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.82(h) · A facility person and an able child shall wash his hands after toileting and before eating. A sign on which this requirement is written shall be posted at each toilet, training chair, diapering area and sink in the facility.
The bathroom located in the classroom, which is used by the children in care, had two stalls which were observed to lack a handwashing sign at each toilet or inside the stalls.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 14, 2021
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(a)(1) · An agreement shall specify the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week.
The child file for Child #3 contained a financial agreement form that lacked the fee amount.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 15, 2021
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(a)(5) · An agreement shall specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
The child file for Child #4 contained a financial agreement form that lacked the name(s) of the person(s) designated by the parent to whom the child may be released to.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 15, 2021
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(3) · Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
The child file for Child #4 contained an emergency contact information form that lacked home and work address of the enrolling parent.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 15, 2021
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(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 child file for Child #2 contained an emergency contact information form that lacked the health insurance policy number. The child file for Child #3 contained an emergency contact information form that lacked the health insurance policy name and number. The child file for Child #4 contained an emergency contact information form that lacked the health insurance policy number.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 15, 2021
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(7) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
The child file for Child #1 contained an emergency contact information form that lacked the addresses for five of the individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released to. The child file for Child #4 contained an emergency contact information form that lacked the addresses for two of the individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released to.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 15, 2021
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(e)(1) · The facility shall require the parent to provide updated written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of ongoing vaccines administered to an infant, toddler or preschool child in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP.
The child file for Child #4, who is a preschool aged child, lacked a flu shot for 2020.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 25, 2021
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.151(a) · A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem.
The staff file for Staff person #5, who has a start date working in child care of 1/4/21, contained a health assessment dated 10/6/21 which was not obtained prior to working with children.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 13, 2021
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.151(c)(2) · An adult health assessment must include tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment. Subsequent tuberculosis screening is not required unless directed by a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department.
The staff file for Staff person #1, who has a start date working in child care of 1/4/21, contained a tuberculosis screening dated 1/7/21 which was not obtained prior to working with children. The staff file for Staff person #5, who has a start date working in child care of 1/4/21, contained a tuberculosis screening dated 10/6/21 which was not obtained prior to working with children. The staff file for Staff person #7, who has a start date working in child care of 1/4/21, contained a tuberculosis screening dated 1/6/21 which was not obtained prior to working with children.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 13, 2021
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.27(a)(5) · The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
As of 12/19/20, the facility lacked an emergency plan that provides for accommodations for infants and toddlers.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 25, 2021
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(h)/3270.192(2)(iii) · All staff persons shall complete the professional development under subsection (f). A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.
The staff file for Staff person #1, Staff person #2, Staff person #5, and Staff person #6 lacked training in health and safety topics numbers 1-10 as listed in the regulation 3270.31(f) which was required to be completed within 90 days of hire.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 29, 2021
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.94(a)(1) · The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that fire drills are conducted at least once every 60 days.
Upon review of the facility's fire drill log from the past year, fire drills were conducted on 10/5/20 and 1/6/21, as well as on 2/26/21 and 6/9/21 were conducted more than 60 days apart.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 27, 2021
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) · Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)).The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met.
The facility's documentation of the annual fire alarm test by a fire professional lacked mention that the interconnected smoke alarms were tested and that they were operable.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 15, 2021
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.