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290 Lauffer Rd, Middletown PA 17057 · License #CER-00243876 · Center · Child Care Center
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3270.69(b) · Hot water temperature, in areas accessible to children, may not exceed 110° F.
At the time of initial inspection and during the verification visit, the water temperature in the sinks in the twos classroom was found to be over 110 degreed F.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 28, 2025
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.
At the time of inspection, peeling paint was observed on the wall in the area where the cots are stored in the preschool classroom.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 24, 2025
Category: physical safety. 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.
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
At the time of inspection, a continuity of operations plan was not available in the program's emergency plan.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 7, 2025
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.27(e) · The operator shall provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining the emergency procedures. The operator shall also provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining any subsequent update to the plan.
Upon review, information about accommodations for infants, toddlers, and children with special needs/chronic medical conditions was not available in the emergency plan letter to families.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 7, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.31(f)(10) · 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 persons shall complete professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire.
Staff person #4 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet for DOH): CPR/First Aid (completed 7/16/25) Documentation showed that staff #7 had a CPR certification that expired 4/2025. Documentation of current CPR certification was dated 7/16/25. Staff #7 reportedly worked unsupervised with children during the lapse.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 16, 2025
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 7 may not work in a child care position at the facility.
At the time of inspection, documentation showed: Staff #1 had a current NSOR dated 3/10/25 and a previous NSOR dated 1/22/20, exceeding the 60-month requirement for renewal. Staff was confirmed to have worked in a child care role during the lapse. Staff #2 had a current FBI clearance dated 6/7/24 and a previous FBI clearance dated 1/7/19, exceeding the 60-month requirement for renewal. Staff was confirmed to have worked in a child care role during the lapse. Staff #3 had a current NSOR dated 3/26/25 and a previous NSOR dated 1/22/20, exceeding the 60-month requirement for renewal. Staff was confirmed to have worked in a child care role during the lapse. Staff #4 (See LIS for DOH) had a PA state clearance dated 4/15/25, a child abuse clearance dated 6/11/25, no documentation of an FBI clearance, and an NSOR dated 6/13/25. All of which exceed the requirements for provisional hiring. Staff was observed to be working in a child care role during the inspection. Staff #6 had a current NSOR dated 3/28/25 and a previous NSOR dated 1/22/20, exceeding the 60-month requirement for renewal. Staff was confirmed to have worked in a child care role during the lapse. Staff #7 had a PA state clearance dated 6/23/25 (previous dated 11/18/19), child abuse clearance dated 6/29/25 (previous dated 11/22/19) an FBI clearance dated 7/21/25 (previous dated 11/24/19). Staff was confirmed to have worked in a child care role during the lapse.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 21, 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.
Documentation of experience was not available for staff #4.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 31, 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.
During the inspection, an electrical outlet cover was observed to be missing in the one-year-old room. CORRECTED ON SITE by covering the outlet.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 24, 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.
During the inspection, a Swiffer Wet Jet with the cleaning solution container was observed to be accessible to children in the older twos bathroom.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 24, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.69(b) · Hot water temperature, in areas accessible to children, may not exceed 110° F.
Water in the older twos bathroom was observed to be 120 degrees F.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 31, 2025
Category: physical safety. 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.
Health insurance information (policy number) was not available for child #1. Health Insurance information (Policy holder and policy number) was not available for child #2.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 25, 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.
An address was not available for a release person for children #2 and #3.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 25, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(c) · When children are in the facility, emergency contact information shall be present in a child care space for children receiving care in the space.
During the inspection, an emergency contact form for a child who had transferred into the Transition room was not available while the child was receiving care in that room. CORRECTED ON SITE by placing a copy of the form in the classroom binder.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 24, 2025
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.
At the time of inspection, A posted transportation plan was not available in the transition room or the young twos classrooms. CORRECTED ON SITE by posting the document during the inspection.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 24, 2025
Category: transportation. 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.
Six-month health updates were not available for children #3, #4, and #5, who are all under the age of 2.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 29, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(1) · A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP. 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.
At the time of inspection, documentation of a Hepatitis A for child #4 was not available. Documentation for exemption from the immunization was also not available.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 31, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.133(1) · A prescription or nonprescription medication may be accepted only in an original container. The medication shall remain in the container in which it was received.
Medication (inhaler) was observed to be present in the older twos classroom without the original container.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 24, 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.
Documentation of a health assessment within the past 24 months was not available for Staff #6 - last health assessment document dated 11/17/22
Corrected Corrected by Jul 21, 2025
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.
Documentation of two nonfamily references was not available for staff #2 - staff is missing 1 reference. Documentation of two nonfamily references was not available for staff #4.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 31, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. 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.
At the time of inspection, documentation that emergency drills were conducted every 12 months was not available.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 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.
Fire detection system tests were observed to be beyond the required 30-day period on the following dates: 11/1/24-12/2/24 (31 days), 12/2/24-1/2/25 (31 days), and 5/1/25-6/2/25 (32 days).
Corrected Corrected by Jun 24, 2025
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.
Documentation of 12 hours of annual training was not available for: Staff #3 - missing 7 hours of annual training Staff #5 - missing 8 hours of annual training
Corrected Corrected by Jul 31, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. 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).
Child #1, #2, #3, #4, and #5 did not include 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.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 29, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.181(c) · A parent is required to review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information.
Child #1 parent did not review and update the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period.
Corrected Corrected by May 1, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.27(c) · The operator shall assure that each facility person receives training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment, on an annual basis and at the time of each plan update. The operator shall document the date of each training and the names of all facility persons who received the training and kept on file at the facility.
Staff #5, #9, #10, and #11 did not receive training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment, on an annual basis and at the time of each plan update.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 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.
Dust and dirt were observed inside the air vents in the hallway to the preschool classroom, in the Older One's classroom, in the Younger One's classroom, in the Older Two's classroom, and School Age classroom.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 8, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) · 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.
Staff #1, #7, and #11 did not have documentation that they participated in fire safety training conducted by a fire protection professional within the last year.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 9, 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 and #3 will have until August 7, 2024, to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #2 and #3 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an AGS or primary staff person who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff available to supervise staff person #2 and #3, staff persons #2 and #3 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.
Staff #2 and #3 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire: Health and Safety training.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 17, 2024
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). Staff person #3 will have until August 7, 2024 to complete the mandated reporter training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #3 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 #3, staff person #3 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.
Staff person #3 did not have documentation that they completed the mandated reporter training within 90 days of their date of hire.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 5, 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). SAFETY PLAN: The operator is required to submit to the Children and Youth Agency a plan of supervision or alternate arrangement as required by the Child Protective Services Law. LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # 2 may not work in a childcare position at the facility. A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL.
Staff #2 did not have record of a completed NSOR clearance on file. Staff #3 and #6 did not have a signed, witnessed, and dated disclosure statement on file.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 1, 2024
Category: supervision. 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.
Two bottles of Clorox disinfectant cleaner were observed in an unlocked bathroom cabinet in the Young Two's classroom.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 8, 2024
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.
The Infant classroom did not have a written feeding schedule for each infant obtained from the parent.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 15, 2024
Category: nutrition. 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.
Dirt was observed in the Infant classroom's toy baskets and changing table, the floor car mat in the Older Twos classroom had rips and tears in it, the trash can lid in the Preschool classroom had dirt and debris on it, and the Little Tikes gray house on the infant and toddler playground had a black net in the back ripped and hanging on the ground.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 8, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.102(c) · Outdoor equipment that requires embedded mounting must be mounted over a loose-fill or unitary playground protective surface covering that meets the recommendations of the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission. The equipment must be anchored firmly and be in good repair.
The embedded outdoor equipment on the preschool playground was not mounted over loose fill that meets the recommendations of the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 29, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.102(e) · Pea gravel and other materials with a diameter of less than 1 inch may not be used in spaces where infants or toddlers receive care.
Mulch with a diameter of less than 1 inch was observed in the infant and toddler playground space.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 6, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.104(a) · Furniture must be durable, safe, easily cleaned and appropriate for the child's size, age and special needs.
Toy shelf in Young Two's classroom was unstable and could easily tip over.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 9, 2024
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.
Old food spills and dirt were observed in the kitchen refrigerator, School age classroom refrigerator, and Young One's classroom refrigerator.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 8, 2024
Category: nutrition. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(a)(1) · An agreement shall specify the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week.
Child #1 agreement form did not specify the fee amount to be charged per day or per week.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 22, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(a)(2) · An agreement shall specify the date on which the fee is to be paid.
Child #1 agreement form did not specify the date on which the fee is to be paid.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 22, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. 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).
Child #1, #2, #3, #4, and #5 did not include 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.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 23, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(a)(6) · An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission.
Child #1 agreement form did not specify the date of the child's admission.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 22, 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.
Child #1 emergency contact information did not include physician/medical care phone number.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 22, 2024
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.
Child #1 emergency contact information did not include parent work address or phone number.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 22, 2024
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.
Child #2 and #3 emergency contact information did not include information on the child's special needs (disability).
Corrected Corrected by Jul 15, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(7) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Child #1 and #2 emergency contact information did not include the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 15, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.161(a) · Food stored, prepared or served shall be clean, wholesome, free from spoilage, free from adulteration and safe for human consumption.
Yogurt in the Preschool classroom refrigerator was observed to be expired as of 7/06/2024.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 8, 2024
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.192(2)(ii) · A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.
Staff #7 and #8 did not have verification of education and training prior to service at the facility.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 1, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.192(3) · 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.
Staff #1, #2, #3, #4, #5, and #6 did not have a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 7, 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.
Staff #1, #4, and #6 record did not include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 31, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(f)(10) · Staff persons shall complete professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire.
Staff #2 did not complete professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 9, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) · Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises. Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises.
In the school aged room, 13 children were observed in care. When asked for primary care groups, one staff identified 6 children in their group. The other staff identified 5 children in their group, leaving 2 children unaccounted for.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 17, 2023
Category: supervision. 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.
Staff number 2 did not have Pediatric CPR/First Aide training on file.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 26, 2023
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(f)/3270.31(h) · Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10. All staff persons shall complete the professional development under subsection (f).
Staff number 1 had a 6 hour health and safety training dated 4/29/19, which is not accepted. Staff number 3 had health and safety training dated 8/3/17 and did not have the update training on file.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 4, 2023
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). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # 5 and 6may not work at the facility. A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #5 and 6 may not work at the facility.
Staff #3 was missing updated Mandated reporter training on file. Mandated reporter training was dated 7/27/15 and the update was not on file. Staff #5 was missing a complete child abuse clearance, completed NSOR clearance, and a completed disclosure statement. Disclosure statement was missing a signature witness and date of signatures. Staff #5 may not be on the facility premises until all clearances are obtained and on file. Staff #6 was missing a completed disclosure statement and a complete NSOR clearance. Staff #6 may not be on the facility premises until all clearances are obtained and on file.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 4, 2023
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.
Emergency contact form for child #3 was missing the information on the child's disability.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 4, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.69(a) · A facility shall provide running water and a safe and adequate supply of drinking water that complies with the standards established under the Pennsylvania Safe Drinking Water Act (35 P.S. §§721.1-721.17).
Facility has a well water source and did not provide documentation from the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) that the water source is in compliance with the Safe Water Drinking Act.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 4, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.102(e)/3270.103 · Pea gravel and other materials with a diameter of less than 1 inch may not be used in spaces where infants or toddlers receive care. Toys and objects with a diameter of less than 1 inch, objects with removable parts that have a diameter of less than 1 inch, plastic bags and styrofoam objects may not be accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths.
On the "2's playground", the playground for toddlers, mulch was observed spilling over the fence into the 2 year old playground near the gate, providing toddlers with access to mulch with a diameter of less than an inch.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 2, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(a)(4) · An agreement shall specify the child's arrival and departure times.
Agreement form for child #3 did not specify the child's arrival time. Agreement form for child #4 did not specify the child's arrival or departure time.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 26, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(a)(5) · An agreement shall specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
Agreement form for child #5 did not list the persons to whom the child can be released.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 26, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. 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.
Date of admission was not listed on the agreement form or on file for child #1, #4 and #6
Corrected Corrected by Jul 26, 2023
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.
Emergency contact form for child #6 was missing the address for the child's physician.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 4, 2023
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.
Emergency contact form for child #6 was missing a complete work address for the father
Corrected Corrected by Jul 26, 2023
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.
Emergency contact form for child #6 was missing a complete address for persons to whom the child can be released. Address on file was missing the city, state, and zip code.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 26, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.133(7) · An operator is responsible to establish and maintain a medication log if prescription or nonprescription medication is administered.
Medication log for child #1 and #2 was missing the dates for which the medication can be administered.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 4, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.192(2)(ii) · A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.
File for staff #4 did not include verification of education and experience.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 4, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.192(3) · 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.
Staff #4 did not have a complete health assessment at the time of initial employment.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 8, 2023
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.
Staff #4 was missing two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 4, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.