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Home › PA › Meadville › Ymca Child Care
356 Chestnut St, Meadville PA 16335 · License #CER-00251011 · Center · Child Care Center
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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.
Staff person #1 has not completed Pediatric first aid and Pediatric CPR training on or before expiration of the most current certification; the previously documented Pediatric first aid and Pediatric CPR training on file expiring 12.14.2023 lacked documentation of updated Pediatric first aid and Pediatric CPR training conducted.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 2, 2026
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 last two Mandated Reporter Trainings for staff #2 were dated more than 60 months apart. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)
Corrected Corrected by Jan 22, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.111(b) · The written plan of daily activities shall be posted in the group space.
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 no written daily activity schedule posted in School-age B classroom.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 12, 2025
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 #7 does not include the child's arrival and departure times.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 12, 2025
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 Shaken Baby Policy submitted by the facility does not include language regarding the prevention and identification of child maltreatment.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 26, 2025
Category: ratio. 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.
There was a ladder propped against the wall in School-age A classroom that presented a potential hazard if it fell on someone or if a child tried to climb. There was a locker unit in School-age A classroom that was not anchored and posed an injury hazard if it fell.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 12, 2025
Category: health medication. 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 does not include verification of emergency plan training completed within 90 days of hire (See LIS Code Sheet); the training is dated 10.2.25. The two most recent documented trainings regarding the emergency plan on file for Staff person #11 are dated 1.25.24 and 10.2.25, more than 1 year apart. The most recent documented training regarding the emergency plan on file for Staff person #13 is dated 1.25.24, more than 1 year ago.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 12, 2025
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 Dec 26, 2025
Category: physical safety. 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. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #3 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 #3, staff person #3 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.
Staff person #3 has not completed Pediatric first aid and CPR training on or before expiration of the most current certification; the previously documented Pediatric first aid and CPR training on file expiring 2.28.25 and documentation of updated PQAS-approved Pediatric first aid and CPR training conducted by a PQAS instructor is not on file.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 23, 2026
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 #6, #10, may not work in a child care position at the facility.
The file for staff person #6 did not contain a sex offender search from Florida prior to date of hire (See IS CODE SHEET) required under the CPSL. The file for Staff person #9 includes criminal history clearances dated 1.17.20 & 2.13.25; FBI clearances dated 1.17.20 & 2.1.25, and NSOR certificates dated 4.9.20 & 9.25.25, all more than 60 months apart. The file for staff person #10 included criminal history and child abuse clearances which were obtained for volunteer purposes and are invalid for employment; and the NSOR clearance on file is dated after the first date working with children (See IS CODE SHEET). The file for Staff person #11 includes criminal history clearances dated 9.6.20 & 9.9.25; and child abuse clearances dated 9.11.20& 9.16.25, more than 60 months apart.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 12, 2025
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services).
Staff person #14 completed their current mandated reporter training on 10.13.25, more than 60 months after the previous training dated 4.23.20.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 31, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. 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 #6, #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 Dec 12, 2025
Category: supervision. 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.
There was an outlet in the dramatic play area in the preschool room that was missing an outlet cover and was accessible to children. There was an outlet in the boy's preschool bathroom that was missing an outlet cover.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 12, 2025
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.
The Arts & Crafts closet in the hallway, that was not locked, contained liquid nails, caulk, and liquid adhesive, labeled "keep out of reach of children", which were accessible to children. There was a spray bottle labeled to contain soap & water on a table in school-age B, which was accessible to children.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 12, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.66(b) · Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be stored in an original labeled container or in a container that specifies the content. Toxics shall be stored away from food, food preparation areas and child care spaces.
There were unlabeled bottles of unidentified liquids, reported by staff to be cleaning products, located in the OT, Pre-K, preschool, and School-age B classrooms. There was a Swiffer cleaning mop, with the cleaning solution attached, in the hallway near the infant and toddler rooms, making the cleaning solution accessible to children.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 12, 2025
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.66(c) · Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be used in a way that does not contaminate play surfaces, food, food preparation areas and does not constitute a hazard to the children.
There were several bottles of cleaning products sitting directly on top of the refrigerator in the kitchen, with no barrier to prevent spillage or leakage into the refrigerator where food is stored.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 12, 2025
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.66(e) · Arts and crafts materials shall be nontoxic.
There were unlabeled bottles of various liquids, reportedly used for arts & crafts projects, in the Pre-K classroom. There was a shampoo bottle, labeled "keep out of reach of children" in the pre-K room, reportedly used for arts & crafts.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 12, 2025
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 no lidded trashcan in the Pre-K room and food waste was observed in the trashcan.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 12, 2025
Category: nutrition. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.71 · Hot water pipes and other sources of heat exceeding 110° F that are accessible to children shall be equipped with protective guards or shall be insulated to prevent direct contact.
The baseboard heating unit in the Infant/YT room, which is accessible to children, measured 122° F. The heating unit in Pre-K measured 122° F. The heating unit in School-age A measured 111° F. There was an exposed heating pipe accessible to children that measure 164°F in School-age B.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 12, 2025
Category: physical safety. 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.
There were 3 windows in the preschool classroom which were all accessible to children and were not restricted to opening 6" or less.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 12, 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 the OT room did not include scissors. The first Aid kit in School Age B did not include gloves.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 12, 2025
Category: health medication. 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.
Peeling paint and damaged plaster was observed around the far-left window in the infant/YT classroom. Peeling paint was observed by the closet, around the doorframe in the hallway by the preschool room. Peeling paint was observed beside the refrigerator in Pre-K. Peeling paint was observed in School-age B on the teal wall.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 26, 2025
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 no handwashing sign at the 2nd toilet in the girl's preschool bathroom, or in the bathroom in School-age 2 at the sink or toilet.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 12, 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.
The staff bathroom on the main childcare floor, by the Infant and 2-yr old room did not include a lidded waste receptacle.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 12, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.91(a) · Stairways, hallways, exits from rooms, exits from the facility and other means of egress serving as an exit shall be unobstructed.
The emergency exit to the stairwell in the OT room was blocked, with several items in the stairwell outside the door.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 12, 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.
In the dramatic play area in Pre-K the kitchen set had a loose handle on the freezer, creating a pinch point. School-age A had a cracked Lego bin and a cracked small plastic lid. School-age B had a shelving unit that had a loose shelf that resulted in exposed screws that posed a potential injury hazard.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 19, 2025
Category: physical safety. 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 #1, #3, and #4 does not include the address and telephone number for the child's pediatrician/source for medical care. The emergency contact form on file for Child #2 does not include the address for the child's pediatrician/source for medical care.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 12, 2025
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, #4, #5, and #7 does not include the work address for the enrolling parent.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 12, 2025
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 does not include a complete address for all listed release persons. .The emergency contact form on file for Child #4 does not include the address or telephone number for all listed release persons.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 12, 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 #61, who was a Young Toddler, are dated 11.5.24 and 7.28.25, more than 6 months apart. The most recent health assessment on file for Child #7, who is a young toddler, is dated 1.28.25, more than 6 months ago.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 12, 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 an EpiPen in the YT room labeled for use by a specific child that did not include written parental permission to administer. There was an EpiPen in the School-age B classroom labeled for use by a specific child that did not include written parental permission to administer. There was an Albuterol inhaler in the School-age B classroom labeled for use by a specific child that did not include written parental permission to administer.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 12, 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 #1 were dated 9.12.22 and 10.4.24, more than 24 months apart. The 2 most recent health assessments on file for Staff person #2 were dated 6.27.23 and 8.28.25, more than 24 months apart. The initial health assessment on file for Staff person #6 is not dated, making it invalid. The file for staff person #7 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 and TB test on file were dated 9.27.25. The file for staff person #12 does not include documentation of a health assessment or TB test being completed within 12 months prior to date of hire (See LIS CODE SHEET).
Corrected Corrected by Jan 23, 2026
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.151(b)/3270.192(3) · A health assessment shall be conducted and a report shall be written and signed by a physician, physician's assistant or CRNP. The signature must include the individual's professional title. 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 initial health assessment on file for Staff person #5 was not filled out or signed by a physician, physician's assistant or CRNP (see LIS Code sheet).
Corrected Corrected by Dec 5, 2025
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 30-day test log includes test dates 10.20.24 & 12.2.24; 2.18.25 & 4.16.25; 6.12.25 & 7.23.25; and 7.23.25 & 9.19.25, all more than 30 days apart
Corrected Corrected by Dec 5, 2025
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 #1 may not work in a child care position at the facility.
The file for Staff person #1 includes a PA Child Abuse clearance obtained for volunteer purposes, making it invalid (See LIS Code Sheet).
Corrected Corrected by Jul 15, 2025
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 #4, who was classified as a group supervisor, does not have verification of a Bachelor's degree in education or a related human services field; or a Bachelor's degree with 30 credits in education or a related human services field and 1 year of verified child care experience; or an Associate's degree in education or a related human services field and 2 years of verified child care experience; or an Associate's degree with 30 credits in education or a related human services field and 3 years of verified child care experience. The file for Staff person #2, 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 Dec 20, 2024
Category: supervision. 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 the Young Toddler room did not include gloves.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 29, 2024
Category: health medication. 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.
There were holes in the wall with exposed plaster/drywall behind the shelf on the green wall in the Young Toddler classroom. The cover for the radiator on the far wall in the After-School classroom had pulled away from the wall and was falling off, causing pinch points and rough edges on the cover.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 30, 2024
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.
There was peeling paint on the far wall across from the door in the After-School classroom.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 20, 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 every sink and toilet in the bathrooms in the School-Age 1 & 2 bathroom.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 22, 2024
Category: health medication. 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 posted in the lower Child Watch room..
Corrected Corrected by Nov 22, 2024
Category: physical safety. 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 file for Child #4 includes a child service report dated 6.3.24, more than 6 months after the child's date of admission, 11.13.23.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 29, 2024
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 #1, #5 does not include the address for the child's pediatrician/source for medical care. The emergency contact form on file for Child #4, #7, #8 does not include the address or telephone number for the child's pediatrician/source for medical care.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 16, 2025
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 #1, #4 does not include the work address for the enrolling parent. The emergency contact form on file for Child #5, #7 does not include the work address or telephone number for the enrolling parent.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 16, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. 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 #1, #6, #7, #8 does not indicate if the child has any special medical needs, which is needed in an emergency situation.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 20, 2024
Category: health medication. 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 #2 does not include the child's health insurance coverage and policy number for the child's health care benefits. The emergency contact form on file for Child #3 does not include the policy number for the child's health care benefits.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 20, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(1) · ·Child #4, #6 must be dismissed from care by close of business on 11/25/24 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 20 months old, included 3 of 4 pneumococcal vaccines recommended by the ACIP for a child this age; 3 of 4 DTAP vaccines recommended by the ACIP for a child this age; and 3 of 4 HIB vaccines recommended by the ACIP for a child this age. The file for Child #6 indicates the child has not received the following vaccines: Hepatitis B, Hepatitis A, Polio, MMR, Varicella, or DTAP, and there is no personal or medical exemption or documentation of the child currently following a make-up schedule for immunizations. The file for Child #7, with an enrollment date of8/28/24, more than 60 days ago, does not include the child's immunization record.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 16, 2025
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 file for staff person #2 does not include documentation of a Tuberculosis test result being completed within 12 months prior to date of hire (See LIS CODE SHEET). The file for staff person #3 does not include documentation of a health assessment being completed within 12 months prior to date of hire (See LIS CODE SHEET). The 2 most recent health assessments on file for Staff person #5 were dated 6/15/21 and 7/14/23, more than 24 months apart.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 13, 2024
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.166(4) · Disposable nursers and bottles shall be labeled with the child's name.
There was an infant feeding bottle in the refrigerator in the infant room that was not labeled with the name for whom the bottle was intended.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 29, 2024
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 3.14.24-4.17.24, 5.1.24-6.7.24, and 6.7.24-7.8.24, all more than 30 days apart.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 6, 2024
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 county emergency management agency.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 20, 2024
Category: physical safety. 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 included verification of 5 of the required 12 hours of annual training between 12.19.22-12.19.23.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 20, 2024
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 #7, with an enrollment date of 8/28/24, which is more than 60 days ago, does not include an initial health report.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 20, 2024
Category: health medication. 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 file for staff person #1 does not include a valid NSOR certificate within 45 days of hire (See IS CODE SHEET).
Corrected Corrected by Aug 30, 2024
Category: background checks. 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 4/22/2024, staff #1 and #2 took their classroom of 14 to 15 children, between 3 and 4 years of age, on a walk around the block of the facility. While walking by the Marquette Bank, 3 or 4 of the children let go of the rope and ran off in different directions, including towards Diamond Park. The children ran about 15-20 yards away from their group. Staff #1 ran after and called the facility via walkie talkie and 3 additional staff came out to assist. The children ran to the street, into a parking lot and towards Diamond Park about 15-20 yards away. Based on conversation with a staff, it took approximately 10 minutes to have the group reunited.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 22, 2024
Category: health medication. 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.
On 4/22/2024, staff #1 and #2 took their classroom of 14 to 15 children, between 3 and 4 years of age, on a walk around the block of the facility. While walking by the Marquette Bank, 3 or 4 of the children let go of the rope and ran off in different directions, including towards Diamond Park. The children ran about 15-20 yards away from their group. Staff #1 ran after and called the facility via walkie talkie and 3 additional staff came out to assist. The children ran to the street, into a parking lot and towards Diamond Park about 15-20 yards away. Based on conversation with a staff, it took approximately 10 minutes to have the group reunited.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 22, 2024
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.
On 4/22/2024, staff #1 and #2 took their classroom of 14 to 15 children, between 3 and 4 years of age, on a walk around the block of the facility. While walking by the Marquette Bank, 3 or 4 of the children let go of the rope and ran off in different directions, including towards Diamond Park. The children ran about 15-20 yards away from their group. Staff #1 ran after and called the facility via walkie talkie and 3 additional staff came out to assist. Based on conversation with a staff, it took approximately 10 minutes to have the group reunited. On 5/1/2024, while assessing supervision and ratio in the infant/toddler classroom, staff #5 identified 5 young toddlers in their primary supervisory group. On the other side of the gate, staff #3 identified 3 infants in their supervisory group. Staff #4 struggled with the names of some of the children in their group and stated they were covering the break of a staff person. Staff #4 identified 2 of the children, staff #3 assisted with identifying 1 child and after about 4 attempts, was able to identify the last 2 children in their primary supervisory group.
Corrected Corrected by May 1, 2024
Category: supervision. 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 in the School Age Room 1 is lacking handwashing signs by the toilet and sink.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 15, 2024
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.
The files for staff #1, #2 and #4 are lacking verification of completion of the Health & Safety Update 2022 which was required to be completed by 12/30/2022.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 15, 2024
Category: ratio. 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 #3, & #7 may not work in a child care facility.
The file for staff person #3, provisional hire date (see LIS code sheet), is lacking documentation of request for NSOR and verification of FBI fingerprinting and does not contain a completed FBI clearance and NSOR. The file for staff person #7, hire date (see LIS code sheet) contains a disclosure statement lacking a witness signature.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 15, 2024
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 #3, serving as an aide, is lacking documentation of education and experience to serve as a staff person.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 15, 2024
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 in the basement School Age Room 1 damaged cracked and crumbling ceiling boards. Observed peeling paint / drywall on the wall by the sink in the infant / young toddler room. Observed damaged ceiling tile boards over the diapering area in the older toddlers room. Observed in the preschool room a green rug visibly soiled and stained. Staff did not know the last time it was cleaned.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 15, 2024
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.
The preschool Room is lacking a lidded waste can by the classroom sink. The School Age Room 1 bathroom is lacking a lidded waste can.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 15, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.106(a) · Individual, clean, age-appropriate rest equipment shall be provided for preschool, toddler and infant children as agreed between the child's parent and the operator. The rest equipment shall be labeled for the use of a specific child and used only by the specified child.
The rest cots in the young toddler room are numbered but lack a coordinating list to identify which child is assigned to each cot.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 15, 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 child #1, #4,#5,#6 and #7 contain the original agreements.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 15, 2024
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.
The older toddler room, young toddler room, preschool room, pre-k room, Gym, upstairs school age room, SA 1 and SA 2 rooms are all lacking an emergency medical transportation posting in a conspicuous location.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 15, 2024
Category: transportation. 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 #2 contains emergency contact information and financial agreement that have not been reviewed and updated during the previous 6-month period.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 15, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(b)(2) · The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child.
The file for child #3, older toddler, contains a health report that is lacking a date and therefore cannot be determined if the report was obtained timely.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 15, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(d)(5) · A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP.
The file for child #7 is lacking an immunization report.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 15, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(d)(7) · A health report shall include a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.
The file for child #2 contains a current health report that is lacking a physician's statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 15, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(e)(1)/3270.131(e)(3) · 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). Child(ren) #2 and #3 must be dismissed from care by close of business 12/5/2023 and may only return to care when the immunization record is updated or when a parent provides a written, signed exemption letter.
The file for child #2, preschool age, is lacking verification of a flu shot received during the previous year. The file for child #3, older toddler, is lacking updated DTAP/DTP/TD, Pneumoccal, flu, MMR and varicella immunizations.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 15, 2024
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 file for facility person #6, serving as the cook, is lacking a health report at the time of hire. The file does contain a current health report.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 15, 2024
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 file for facility person #6, serving as the cook, contains a TB test that was conducted greater than 12 months prior to hire and is therefore not valid.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 15, 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 files for facility persons #3 and #5 are lacking two written, nonfamily references.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 15, 2024
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 #7, school age, is lacking a health report and has been in attendance for greater than 60 days.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 15, 2024
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 30-day test log includes test dates 12/16/22-1/20/23, 4/10/23-5/12/23, 5/12/23-6/14/23, and 7/10/23-8/11/23, more than 30 days apart.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 13, 2023
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 PA Health and Safety Update 2022 training on file for Staff #2 is dated 9/29/23 and Staff #4 is dated 9/25/23, after the deadline of 12/30/22, as per Announcement C-22-06. The file for Staff #3 did not contain the Pa. Health and Safety update 2022 which was required to be completed by 12.30.22, as per Announcement C-22-06.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 20, 2023
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.20(a)(1) · The operator shall immediately notify a child's parent and shall telephone notice to the appropriate regional office within 24 hours if a child in care at the facility is hospitalized or receives emergency room treatment.
The facility did not notify the regional office within 24 hours of an incident where a child in care received emergency room treatment.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 17, 2023
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 #5 includes verification of First Aid/CPR training dated 9/28/23, after the expiration date of 5/17/23.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 13, 2023
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 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 12/16/23-2/15/23, 3/13/23-5/30/23, and 7/27/23-9/26/23, more than 60 days apart.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 13, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.82(g) · Toilet areas and fixtures shall be cleaned daily and be in good repair.
Observed in the older toddler's room an exposed bolt protruding from the base of the toilet.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 9, 2022
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.
Observed the waste receptacle in the downstairs school aged bathroom to be lacking a lid.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 9, 2022
Category: health medication. 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 files for facility persons #9 and #10 are lacking verification of training regarding the facility emergency plan and have exceeded 90 days since hire.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 9, 2022
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 persons #5 and #9 will have until 11/19/2022 to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #5 and #9 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an AGS, GS or director who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff available to supervise staff person #5 and 9, staff person #5 and 9 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.
The file for staff person #8 contains PFA/PCPR completed greater than 90 days after hire. The training is now current. Staff person #5 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Health and safety training topics #1-#9. Staff #5 completed training prior to 9/30/2016 and is therefore not a valid training. Staff person #9 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Health and Safety training topics #1-#9 and approved PFA/PCPR.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 9, 2022
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 #10 may not work in a child care position at the facility.
The file for staff person #1 contains current state police and child abuse clearances that were obtained after the previous clearances expired. The file is now current. The file for staff person #3 contains a current child abuse clearance that was obtained after the previous clearance expired. The file is now current. The file for staff person #6 contains a current child abuse clearance that was obtained after the previous clearance expired. The file is now current. Clearances are not available for facility person #10, serving as the maintenence worker and having access to children in care.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 9, 2022
Category: background checks. 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 current mandated reporter training that was completed greater than 60 months after the previous mandated reporter training. The file is now current.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 9, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. 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 #2 is lacking a staff evaluation completed during the previous 12-month period.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 9, 202
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.
Observed 5 electrical outlets without protective covers in the Gym where Older Toddlers were receiving care.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 9, 2022
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.
Observed the Kitchen, with bleach and dishwasher soap labeled 'keep out of reach of children' stored on the floor under the sink, to be accessible to children in care. The kitchen door on the side of the hallway leading to the infant and toddler rooms was open with no other barrier in place and children walk past the doorway to access the stairway. Staff also disclosed that occasionally staff walk children through the kitchen to get from one side of the child care facility to the other.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 9, 2022
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.71 · Hot water pipes and other sources of heat exceeding 110° F that are accessible to children shall be equipped with protective guards or shall be insulated to prevent direct contact.
Observed the Kitchen, with stove and crock pots, to be accessible to children in care. The kitchen door on the side of the hallway leading to the infant and toddler rooms was open with no other barrier in place and children walk past the doorway to access the stairway. Staff also disclosed that occasionally staff walk children through the kitchen to get from one side of the child care facility to the other.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 9, 2022
Category: physical safety. 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.
Observed in the Older Toddler Room, located on the second floor, 2 windows that are able to open greater than 6 inches due to the safety clips being broken.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 9, 2022
Category: physical safety. 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 in the second floor hallway bathrooms, a rusted and crumbling metal strip behind the heat register in the girl's bathroom and a plastic panel separating from the wall in the boy's bathroom.
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 wall in the infant room near a window.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 9, 2022
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.82(e) · Toilets and sinks shall be at proper heights for children using them or shall be easily approached by means of platforms or steps.
In the young toddler room, the sink that is located in the changing area is standard height. A step stool is present however, the step stool is not tall enough for children to access the sink independently and therefore staff must lift the children up to wash hands.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 9, 2022
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.113(e) · ** Provider will develop a policy regarding the use of the 'sound sponge' in the child care facility. The policy should ensure that children will not be restrained, and children will be supervised at all times. The policy should be included in the parent handbook.
**On 10/24/2022 at approximately 11:30am, observed staff person #9 restraining a preschool aged child by enclosing the child in a confined space created by encircling the child with a 4'x10' 'sound sponge'.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 9, 2022
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.113(e) · *A facility person may not restrain a child by using bonds, ties or straps to restrict a child's movement or by enclosing the child in a confined space, closet or locked room. The prohibition against restraining a child does not apply to the use of adaptive equipment prescribed for a child with special needs.
*On 10/24/2022 at approximately 11:30am, observed staff person #9 restraining a preschool aged child by enclosing the child in a confined space created by encircling the child with a 4'x10' 'sound sponge'.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 9, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.113(e) · ***All current and new hired staff will be trained and sign-off on the policy regarding the use of the 'sound sponge'.
****On 10/24/2022 at approximately 11:30am, observed staff person #9 restraining a preschool aged child by enclosing the child in a confined space created by encircling the child with a 4'x10' 'sound sponge'.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 9, 2022
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 files for children #3,4,5,6 and 7 contain current emergency contact and financial agreements that were updated more than 6 months after the previous update. The files are now current. The file for child #2 is lacking financial agreement and emergency contact info updated during the previous 6-month period.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 9, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(b)(1) · The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddler.
The file for child #3, young toddler, contains a current health report that was conducted greater than 6 months after the previous health report. The file is now current.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 9, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(d)(7) · A health report shall include a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.
The file for child #7 contains a current health report that is lacking physician's statement regarding suitability for child care and communicable disease status.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 9, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(e) · 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 files for child #5 and child #7, preschool age, are lacking immunization reports and have been attending for greater than 60 days.
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 persons #1, #2, #6 and #8 contain current health assessments that were conducted greater than 24 months after the previous health assessments. The files are now current. The file for staff person #7 is lacking a health assessment conducted during the previous 24-month period.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 9, 2022
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.182(3)/3270.182(5) · A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission. A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission.
The file for child #1 is lacking signed parental consent for emergency medical care and administration of minor first-aid.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 9, 2022
Category: ratio. 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 #4 is lacking 2 written reference letters. The file for staff person #9 contains only 1 of the required 2 reference letters.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 9, 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 files for staff persons #3, #5,and #6 are lacking verification of 12 hours of childcare training during the year 12/19/2020 to 12/19/2021. The file for staff person #2, is lacking verification of 12 hours of training from 2/28/2021 to 2/28/2022.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 9, 2022
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 files for child #5 and child #7 are lacking initial health reports within 60 days of attendance at the facility. The files are now current.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 9, 2022
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 #1 must be supervised by a AGS, GS or director who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise staff person #1, staff person #1 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.
Staff person #1 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #-1 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Health and Safety topics 1-9.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 11, 2022
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(f)/3270.31(g) · Staff persons shall complete professional development in the following topics within 90 days of hire: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.
Staff persons #1 and #4 have not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Health and Safety topics 1-9.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 11, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(f)(10) · Staff person(s) shall complete professional development in the topics of 3270.31(f)(1 -- 10) within 90 days of hire. Staff persons #2 and #3 will have until 8/9/2022 to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff persons #2 and 3 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by a AGS, GS or director who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff available to supervise staff person #2 and 3, staff person #2 and 3 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.
Staff persons #2 and #3 have not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet):PFA/PCPR.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 21, 2022
Category: supervision. 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 DOH and OCDEL of a positive COVID test result that occurred on Saturday, 12/18/21; DOH and OCDEL did not receive notification of the positive COVID test result until Monday, 12/20/21 which was more than 24 hours.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 20, 2021
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(a)(4) · An agreement shall specify the child's arrival and departure times.
The child file for Child #1 contained a financial agreement form that lacked an arrival and departure time.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 31, 2021
Category: recordkeeping. 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.
In the School Age Room a black foam portable recliner seat was observed to be torn exposing the foam inside causing the chair to not be in good repair.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 19, 2021
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(f)/3270.31(f)(10) · Staff persons shall complete professional development in the following topics within 90 days of hire: Pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
The staff file for Staff person #1, Staff person #2, Staff person #3, Staff person #4, Staff person #5, and Staff person #6 all lacked pediatric first-aid and CPR within 90 days of hire. The staff file for Staff person #2 contained an adult, child, and baby first aid and CPR online only training which is not an acceptable training.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 31, 2021
Category: health medication. 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 staff file for Staff person #2, who has a start date working in child care of 8/24/20, contained an National Sex Offender Registry (NSOR) certificate dated 8/26/20 and there was no application on file of having applied prior to the first day working with children 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 10/5/20, contained a State Police clearance dated 10/20/20 which was not obtained prior to the first day working with children as required by the CPSL. The staff file for Staff person #7, who has a start date working in child care of 9/20/21, contained a DHS FBI clearance dated 10/4/21 and there was no receipt of having been fingerprinted on file prior to the first day working with children as required by the CPSL. Staff person #7 also lacked documentation of having applied for and received 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 CPSL. The staff file for Staff person #9 contained an updated State Police clearance dated 12/16/20 that was not renewed at or before 60 months from the previous State Police clearance on file dated 12/14/15. The staff file for Staff person #8, who has a start date working in child care of 10/12/21, contained a DHS FBI clearance dated 10/28/21 and there was no receipt of having been fingerprinted on file prior to the first day working with children as required by the CPSL.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 31, 2021
Category: background checks. 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 #5, who has a start date working in child care of 10/5/20, contained mandated reporter training dated 6/10/21 which was not obtained within 90 days of hire.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 31, 2021
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.
In the Pre-K Room, which is used by children 5 years of age or younger, an electrical outlet located near the library reading area was observed to be missing one protective cover.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 19, 2021
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.75(a) · A first-aid kit shall be in a child care space.
The School Age #2 Room lacked a first-aid kit.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 19, 2021
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 School Age #1 Room lacked tweezers.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 31, 2021
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.
In the Toddler Room peeling paint was observed on the wall located to the left of the dress up area. Damage plaster was observed on the left side wall portion of a window seal nearest the area where circle time is conducted.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 31, 2021
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.
The bathroom located in the School Age #1 Room lacked a handwashing sign above the toilet.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 19, 2021
Category: health medication. 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 #4 contained an emergency contact information form that lacked the health insurance policy number.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 31, 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 one of the designated release persons listed. The child file for Child #3 contained an emergency contact information form that lacked the address and phone number of one of the designated release persons listed.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 31, 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 #2 and Child #5 lacked a flu shot for 2020.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 31, 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 #6 lacked a valid health assessment; the most recent health assessment on file is dated 9/15/19 which is more than 24 months old.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 31, 2021
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.182(3) · A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission.
The child file for Child #1 contained an emergency contact information form that lacked signed parental consent for emergency medical care.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 31, 2021
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.182(5) · A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission.
The child file for Child #1 contained an emergency contact information form that lacked signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 31, 2021
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.182(6) · A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading.
The child file for Child #1 contained an emergency contact information form that lacked signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 31, 2021
Category: transportation. 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 #4 lacked two nonfamily references.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 31, 2021
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.
Upon review of the facility's fire drill log it was observed that fire drills were being conducted every 90 days instead of 60 days. The dates fire drills were conducted were 9/29/20, 12/23/20, 3/3/21, 4/22/21, 7/29/21, and 10/1/21.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 31, 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. The facility also lacked documentation of proof of purchase for their interconnected fire detection system.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 31, 2021
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.25(a) · The facility's current certificate of compliance shall be posted in a conspicuous location used by parents. The operator shall provide the parent of each child enrolled with information on how to access the regulations in this chapter electronically and with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional child care office.
The facility lacked a means to provide parents of enrolled children a way to access the regulations in this chapter electronically.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 31, 2021
Marked corrected in the state record.