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956 S Main St 2nd Floor, Meadville PA 16335 · License #CER-00251388 · Center · Child Care Center
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3270.75(a) · A first-aid kit shall be in a child care space.
There was no first aid kit in Room 306.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 23, 2025
Category: health medication. 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. Until such time as the required pre- service trainings are completed, staff person #5 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 #5, staff person #5 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.
Staff person #5 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised; Staff person #5 has not completed the following pre- service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: PA Required Health and Safety for Centers-Group Child Care Part 1.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 20, 2025
Category: supervision. 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.
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The letter to the parents of enrolled children regarding the facility emergency plan does not include information regarding accommodations for infants and toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 19, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(e)(4)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iii) · Staff persons shall participate, at least annually, in fire safety training conducted by a fire protection professional. Staff persons and volunteers shall receive training in maintenance of smoke detectors, the duties of facility persons during a fire drill and during a fire and the use of the facility's fire extinguishers, not including discharge of the fire suppressant agent. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.
The two most recent fire safety trainings on file for Staff person #4 are dated 4.4.24 and 9.24.25, more than 12 months apart.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 18, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. 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 #5 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 #5, staff person #5 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.
Staff person #5 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 & Part 2.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 20, 2025
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Facility Person # -- may not work in a child care position at the facility.
The file for Staff person #1 includes NSOR certificates dated 3.6.20 & 10.15.25, more than 60 months apart. The file for Staff person #2 includes criminal history clearances dated 7.31.20 & 10.8.25; and NSOR certificates dated 3.5.20 & 3.10.25, all more than 60 months apart.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 18, 2025
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) · An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.
The file for Staff person #4, who was observed working unsupervised and who is classified as an Assistant Group supervisor, does not include verification of their education and experience to meet the required qualifications.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 19, 2025
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.67(d) · Trash that has been contaminated by human secretions or excrement shall be contained in closed, plastic-lined receptacles.
There was an unlidded trashcan in the hallway outside the gross motor room that contained used food wrappers and soiled napkins.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 23, 2025
Category: nutrition. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.72(d) · Windows or doors above the ground floor that open directly to the outdoors and are accessible to children shall be constructed, modified or adapted to limit the opening to 6 or fewer inches.
The windows in Room 306 on the 3rd floor, which were all accessible to children, were not restricted to opening 6" or less.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 29, 2025
Category: physical safety. 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 first aid kit in Room 204/205 did not include tweezers. The first aid kit in Room 212 did not include gauze.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 23, 2025
Category: health medication. 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 were no handwashing signs at the 2 toilets or 2 sinks in the 3rd floor bathrooms.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 23, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.82(i) · A toilet area, training chair area, diapering area and sink area shall be equipped with a clean, lidded waste receptacle.
There were no lidded trashcans in the 2 bathrooms on the 3rd floor.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 23, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.107 · A facility shall have an operable, clean refrigerator used to store potentially hazardous foods. The refrigerator shall be capable of maintaining food at 45° F or below. An operating thermometer shall be placed in the refrigerator.
There was no thermometer in the refrigerator in Room 306 where children's lunches will be stored.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 23, 2025
Category: nutrition. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(a)(3) · The services to be provided to the family and the child, including the Department's approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided. The operator shall complete and update the form and provide a copy to the family in accordance with the updates regarding emergency contact information in § 3270.124(f) (relating to emergency contact information).
The most recent child service report on file for Child #2 is dated 3.7.25, more than 6 months ago. The file for Child #4 contained child service reports dated 6.18.24 and 1.24.25, more than 6 months apart, and a child service report dated 3.12.25, more than 6 months ago. The file for Child #5 contained child service reports dated 2.20.24 and 1.24.25, more than 6 months apart, and a child service report dated 3.12.25, more than 6 months ago. The file for Child #6, who has been enrolled for more than 6 months does not include a child service report.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 22, 2025
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 emergency contact form on file for Child #2, #3, #4, #5, and #6 does not include the work address for the enrolling parent.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 29, 2025
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 2 most recent financial agreement 6-month review signatures on file for Child #2 are dated 1.27.25 and 10.24.25, more than 6 months apart. The 2 most recent emergency contact form 6-month review signatures on file for Child #4 are dated 11.29.23 and 9.9.25, more than 6 months apart and the 2 most recent financial agreement 6-month review signatures on file for Child #4 are dated 11.29.23 and 9.28.25, more than 6 months apart. The 2 most recent financial agreement 6-month review signatures on file for Child #6 are dated 4.8.25 and 11.10.25, more than 6 months apart and the file does not include a 6-month review signature for the emergency contact form, and the child has been enrolled for more than 6 months.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 18, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(b)(1)/3270.182(1) · The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddler. A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports.
The two most recent health assessments on file for Child #2, who was a Young Toddler, are dated 3.19.24 and 5.16.25, more than 6 months apart.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 18, 2025
Category: health medication. 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 two most recent health assessments on file for Child #4, who is a preschool age child, are dated 1.2.24 and 9.25.25, more than 12 months apart.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 18, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) · A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP. The facility shall implement dismissal policies in accordance with the Department of Health regulation in 28 Pa. Code § 27.77 (relating to immunization requirements for children in child care group settings). ·Child #2 must be dismissed from care by close of business on 11.18.25 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 #2, who is an older toddler included 1 of 2 Hepatitis A vaccines recommended by the ACIP for a child this age.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 8, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.133(6) · A parent shall provide written consent for administration of medication or a special diet.
There was a bottle of pain-relief antiseptic spray in Room 212 labeled for use by a specific child which did not have written parental permission to administer.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 18, 2025
Category: ratio. 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 #3 were dated 2.6.23 and 5.5.25, more than 24 months apart. The 2 most recent health assessments on file for Staff person #4 were dated 6.5.23 and 7.30.25, more than 24 months apart.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 18, 2025
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.166(1) · A written statement giving the formula and feeding schedule for an infant shall be obtained from the parent.
Child #1, who is under 12 months old, did not have a written feeding plan on file submitted by the parent.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 23, 2025
Category: nutrition. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.166(5) · An infant 6 months of age or younger shall be held while being bottle fed.
A five-month-old infant was observed in the Infant room being fed a bottle sitting in an infant seat, without being held by a staff person.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 17, 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 4.16.25 and 5.27.25; 6.24.25 and 7.28.25; 7.28.25 and 9.19.25; and 10.16.25 and 11.17.25, all more than 30 days apart.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 18, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.27(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.
The facility does not have documentation verifying that the most recent emergency plan was submitted to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 18, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.171(a) · An operator shall notify local traffic safety authorities annually in writing of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the child care facility.
The facility does not have verification of an annual traffic safety letter notifying local traffic authorities of the facility location and vehicular and pedestrian routes around the facility.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 18, 2025
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 #4 includes documentation of training regarding the emergency plan dated 9.26.23 and 10.31.24, more than 1 year apart. The file for Staff person #6 does not include verification of emergency plan training completed within 90 days of hire (See LIS Code Sheet); the training was completed on 10.31.24. The file for Staff person #7 includes documentation of training regarding the emergency plan dated 9.28.23 and 10.31.24, more than 1 year apart. The file for Staff person #8 does not include verification of emergency plan training completed within 90 days of hire (See LIS Code Sheet); the training was completed on 3.25.24. The file for Staff person #9 includes documentation of training regarding the emergency plan dated 9.26.23 and 10.31.24, more than 1 year apart.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 12, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. 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 the parents of enrolled children regarding the facility emergency plan does not include information regarding accommodations for infants and toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 13, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.192(2)(iii) · 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. 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 #7 includes verification of First Aid/CPR training dated 10.21.24, after the expiration date of 5.31.24.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 12, 2024
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(e)(4)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iii) · Staff persons shall participate, at least annually, in firesafety training conducted by a fire protection professional. Staff persons and volunteers shall receive training in maintenance of smoke detectors, the duties of facility persons during a fire drill and during a fire and the use of the facility's fire extinguishers, not including discharge of the fire suppressant agent. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.
The two most recent fire safety trainings on file for Staff person #4 are dated 8.16.23 and 9.16.24, more than 1 year apart. The two most recent fire safety trainings on file for Staff person #5 are dated 8.16.23 and 11.11.24, more than 1 year apart. The two most recent fire safety trainings on file for Staff person #7 are dated 8.31.23 and 10.23.24, more than 1 year apart. The two most recent fire safety trainings on file for Staff person #9 are dated 8.25.23 and 11.4.24, more than 1 year apart.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 12, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. 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 1.22.25 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): Get Started with Center-Based Care; Building Blocks for Quality.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 22, 2025
Category: supervision. 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 #7 will have until 1.22.25 to complete the mandated reporter training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #7 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an AGS who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise staff person #7 staff person #7 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.
Staff person/facility person/volunteer #7 has not completed mandated reporter training within the last 60 months. This is evidenced by the previously documented mandated reporter training on file being dated 5.12.18.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 24, 2024
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.
The file for Staff person #1 includes criminal history clearances dated 9.26.18 and 11.29.23; child abuse clearances dated 11.1.18 and 11.29.23; and FBI clearances dated 10.11.18 and 12.8.23, all more than 60 months apart. The file for Staff person #9 includes criminal history clearances dated 8.19.18 and 11.20.23; child abuse clearances dated 8.4.18 and 11.20.23; and FBI clearances dated 8.4.18 and 11.21.23, all more than 60 months apart. The signed disclosure statement on file for Staff person #3, #8 is not dated, making it invalid.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 14, 2025
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
The current emergency contact form on file for Child #4 does not indicate if the child has any special medical needs, which is needed in an emergency situation.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 10, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii) · A staff person or a substitute staff person shall meet one of the applicable staff qualifications for the position in which the person is performing. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.
The file for Staff person #3, #8, classified as an assistant group supervisor, does not include a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 30 credit hours in education or a related human services field; or a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate with 15 credits in education or a related human services field and 1 year of experience with children; or a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children
Corrected Corrected by Jan 9, 2025
Category: supervision. 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 two most recent staff evaluations on file for Staff person #4 are dated 11.1.22 and 12.2.24, more than 1 year apart. The most recent staff evaluation on file for Staff person 5 is dated 9.12.23, more than 1 year ago. The two most recent staff evaluations on file for Staff person #7 are dated 9.19.23 and 12.3.24, more than 1 year apart. The two most recent staff evaluations on file for Staff person #9 are dated 3.19.23 and 11.19.24, more than 1 year apart.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 12, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. 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 in Room 204/205 around the window wells.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 15, 2025
Category: physical safety. 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 was a broken Zoob connecting toy in Room 212 that was broken, with rough edges.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 12, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.111(a) · A written plan of daily activities and routines, including a time for free play shall be established for each group. The plan shall be flexible to accommodate the needs of individual children and the dynamics of the group.
There was no daily activity schedule posted in Room 204/205 and Room 206.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 12, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2) · An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission. A child's record shall contain the dates of application, admission and withdrawal of the child.
The agreement on file for Child #4 does not include the child's date of admission.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 17, 2025
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 emergency contact form on file for Child #4 does not include the child's health insurance coverage and policy number for the child's health care benefits.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 10, 2025
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 #1, #2, and #4 does not include a complete address for all listed release persons.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 9, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(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 shall contain initial and subsequent health reports.
The two most recent health assessments on file for Child #1, who is a preschool child. are dated 7.27.22 and 1.23.24 more than 12 months apart. The two most recent health assessments on file for Child #3, who is a preschool child, are dated 3.14.22 and 1.19.24 more than 12 months apart.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 12, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.133(6) · A parent shall provide written consent for administration of medication or a special diet.
There was Infant Tylenol in room 204/205 labeled for use by a specific child without written parental consent to administer that did not have written parental permission to administer.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 13, 2024
Category: ratio. 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 staff person #2 does not include documentation of a health assessment being completed within 12 months prior to date of hire (See LIS CODE SHEET). The health assessment on file for staff person #4 was dated 4.29.24. The 2 most recent health assessments on file for Staff person #7 were dated 9.8.22 and 10.31.24, more than 24 months apart. The 2 most recent health assessments on file for Staff person #9 were dated 3.27.22 and 4.17.24, more than 24 months apart.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 12, 2024
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.151(c)(1) · An adult health assessment must include a physical examination.
The initial health assessment on file for Staff person #6 states the staff person did not have a physical exam.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 17, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
The health assessment on file for Staff person #6 does not include the physician or health care professional's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 17, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.27(a)(6) · Emergency drills shall be conducted annually. Annual emergency drills shall be documented and on file at the facility.
The facility did not have documentation of a completed emergency drill conducted within the last 12 months.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 15, 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 5.10.24-6.13.24 and 7.3.24-8.7.24, more than 30 days apart.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 12, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. 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 #7 includes 6 of 12 required annual training hours completed between 9.2023-9.2024; 6 additional hours between 5.8.24-10.23.24 are borrowed to equal the required 12 hours.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 12, 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 facility Shaken Baby Syndrome, Abusive Head Trauma and Child Maltreatment Policy does not address recognition of potential signs and symptoms of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 20, 2023
Category: ratio. 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 file for staff person #5 contains a Pennsylvania Health and Safety Update 2022 that was completed after the required date of 12/30/2022. The training is now completed.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 11, 2023
Category: ratio. 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 files for staff persons #2 and #4 contain current mandated reporter training that was completed greater than 60 months after the previous mandated reporter training. The training is now current.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 11, 2023
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 #3 contains current child abuse, criminal history and FBI clearances that were obtained after the previous clearances had expired. The clearances are now current.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 11, 2023
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii) · A staff person or a substitute staff person shall meet one of the applicable staff qualifications for the position in which the person is performing. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.
The file for staff person #7, serving as an aide, is lacking verification of education to qualify as an aide.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 12, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
Observed on the wall in the girl's restroom an area where several pink tiles had fallen off the wall.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 31, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(b)/3270.182(8) · A parent shall receive the original agreement. The facility shall retain a copy of the agreement. A child's record shall contain a copy of the initial agreement and subsequent written agreements between the parent and the operator. The parent receives the original agreement.
The files for children #1-#4 all contained the original agreements.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 11, 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 emergency contact form for child #5 is lacking the health insurance policy number.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 12, 2023
Category: health medication. 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 files for children #1,3 and 4 contain current emergency contact and financial agreements that were updated greater than 6 months after the most recent update. The file for child #5 contains emergency contact and financial agreement that has not been updated in the last 6 months.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 12, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(b)(1)/3270.182(1) · The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddler. A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports.
The file for child #5, young toddler, does not contain a health report received in the past 6 months.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 13, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e) · A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP. The facility may not accept or retain an infant 2 months of age or older, a toddler or a preschool child at the facility for more than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility unless the parent provides written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of the dates (month, day and year) the child was administered immunizations in accordance with the recommendations of the ACIP.
The file for child #5, young toddler, is lacking an immunization report and has been in attendance for greater than 60 days. Child #5 must be removed from care until a current immunization report or exemption letter is received.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 13, 2023
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 files for staff persons #1 and #6 contain current health assessments conducted greater than 24 months after the previous health assessment. The files are now current.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 13, 2023
Category: ratio. 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 files for child #3, preschool aged, does not contain an initial health report that was received within 60 days of the first day of attendance. The file does contain a current health report. The file for child #5, young toddler, does not contain a health report and has been in attendance greater than 60 days.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 13, 2023
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 protective services).
The file for staff person #2 contains a current mandated reporter training completed after the previous training expired. The file is now current.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 20, 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). 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 #--- may not work in a child care position at the facility.
The file for staff person #2, hire date (see IS code sheet) is lacking a completed NSOR verification obtained prior to 7/1/2020 as required under CPSL for all staff employed prior to 12/19/2020. The file does contain a completed NSOR verification.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 8, 2021
Category: background checks. 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 files for staff persons #2 and #3 contain current written evaluations that were completed greater than 12 months after the previous evaluation. The files are now current.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 1, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.69(b) · Hot water temperature, in areas accessible to children, may not exceed 110° F.
The water temp in the sink in the Starfish room measured greater than 110 degrees.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 9, 2022
Category: physical safety. 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.
Observed crumbling plaster on the window ledge in the Manatees room.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 13, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.82(g) · Toilet areas and fixtures shall be cleaned daily and be in good repair.
Observed exposed protruding bolts at the base of the toilets in bathrooms on both the second and third floors.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 13, 2023
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.82(i) · A toilet area, training chair area, diapering area and sink area shall be equipped with a clean, lidded waste receptacle.
The third floor bathrooms and both the second floor and third floor hallway sinks were lacking covered trash receptacles.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 19, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(b)/3270.182(8) · A parent shall receive the original agreement. The facility shall retain a copy of the agreement. A child's record shall contain a copy of the initial agreement and subsequent written agreements between the parent and the operator. The parent receives the original agreement.
Observed in each of the five child files reviewed that the original financial agreement was maintained in the child's file.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 9, 2022
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 contained emergency contact information lacking health insurance coverage information.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 9, 2022
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 files for staff #1, #2 and #3 contain current health assessments that were conducted greater than 24 months after the previous health assessments.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 12, 2021
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(g) · Completion of professional development shall be documented by the signature and title of a representative of the professional development entity and include the date professional development was completed. Documentation shall be retained in the facility person's file or maintained in an electronic system as designated by the Department. Documentation of the completion of the professional development under subsection (f) taken from September 30, 2016, forward satisfies this requirement.
The file for Staff Person #1 contains health and safety training obtained on 9/14/2016. The file for Staff Person #2 contains health and safety training obtained on 9/27/2016. Training obtained prior to 9/30/2016 is not acceptable.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 30, 2022
Category: health medication. 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 test log identified that the alarm test exceeded 30 days between tests on 8/5/2022 and 9/26/2022.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 25, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. 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 contains only 8 of the required 12 training hours during the period 12/19/2020 and 12/19/2021. The file for staff person #2 contains only 11 of the required 12 training hours during the same period. Staff 1 and 2 have since completed additional trainings and are now current.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 9, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.27(b) · The operator shall review the emergency plan at least annually and update the plan as needed. The operator shall document in writing each review and update of the emergency plan and kept on file at the facility.
Operator updated the facility emergency plan to include a lockdown procedure, accommodations for infant and toddlers, children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions however the operator self reported that the date in which the emergency plan was updated to include that required information was not documented in writing.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 20, 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 #1, who is a preschool aged child, lacked a flu shot for 2020.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 20, 2021
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.133(5) · Medication shall be stored in accordance with the manufacturer's or health professional's instructions on the original label.
In Room 212 (Beluga) a bottle of children's pain and fever medication was observed to have expired as of 10/21.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 17, 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 #1 contained a current health assessment dated 11/8/21 which was not updated within 24 months of the previously dated 7/9/19 health assessment. The staff file for Staff person #2 contained a current health assessment dated 11/29/21 which was not updated within 24 months of the previously dated 10/30/19 health assessment. The staff file for Staff person #3 contained a current health assessment dated 11/11/21 which was not updated within 24 months of the previously dated 1/10/19 health assessment.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 17, 2021
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.