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Home › PA › Mount Pleasant › Thistle Nook Nature Playschool
1530 E Laurel Cir, Mount Pleasant PA 15666 · License #CER-00244001 · Center · Child Care Center
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3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services).
The file for Staff #1, who was hired after 2/1/25 (SEE IS CODE SHEET), did not contain an NSOR certificate at time of hire, as required by Announcement C-25-01. The NSOR certificate on file for Staff #1 is dated 6/18/25.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 29, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services).
The two most recent mandated reporter trainings on file for Staff #3 are dated 2/5/20 and 2/16/25, more than 60 months apart.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 29, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. 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.
A bottle of Babyganics sunscreen labeled "Keep out of reach of children" was observed in a shoe cubby in the toddler area and was accessible to children.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 29, 2025
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.
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Standing water was observed in the empty sandbox in the toddler area of the outdoor play space.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 29, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.82(j) · A source of running water for handwashing shall be present in infant and toddler diapering areas. If the running water does not flow directly into a drain that is connected to a sewage system, a receptacle shall be provided to contain the water used for washing. The receptacle shall be emptied into an approved sewage system at least once a day.
Based on a conversation with staff, the water receptacle containing waste water from the portable sink is not emptied at least once a day.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 30, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.102(a) · Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts.
In the preschool area of the Main Room, peeling wicker material on a table and foam blocks with teeth marks were observed and not in good repair. A small metal hand rake was observed with sharp edges in the Main Room, which could cause injury to children.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 30, 2025
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.
In the toddler area of the outdoor play space, mulch and rocks were observed with a diameter of less than 1 inch and may not be used in spaces where infants or toddlers receive care.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 8, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(a) · An agreement shall be signed by the operator and the parent.
The financial agreement form on file for Child #1 lacked the operator's signature.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 30, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. 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 file for Child #1 contained the original financial agreement when the parent is to receive the original agreement.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 30, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(3) · Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
The emergency contact forms on file for Child #1, Child #2, and Child #3 lacked the enrolling parent's work address and phone number.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 6, 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 forms on file for Child #4 and Child #5 lacked complete addresses for all listed release persons.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 6, 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.
At the time of inspection, Child #4 was receiving care in the outside play space without their emergency contact information being in the space where they were receiving care.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 29, 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 file for Child #2 (Younger Toddler at the time) contained two health assessments dated 8/9/23 & 3/22/24, more than 6 months apart. The file for Child #3 (Younger Toddler at the time) contained two health assessments dated 9/13/24 & 6/23/25, more than 6 months apart.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 29, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1) · The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child. A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports.
The file for Child #1(Older Toddler) contained two health assessments dated 7/24/22 & 4/15/24, more than 12 months apart.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 30, 2025
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 health assessment on file for Child #2 does not indicate if the child is free from contagious disease and may participate in child care.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 8, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(d)(8) · A health report shall include a statement that age-appropriate screenings recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics were conducted since the time of the previous health report required by this section.
The health assessment on file for Child #2 does not indicate that age appropriate screenings were conducted.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 8, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.134(a) · A staff person shall ensure that a child's hands are washed before meals and snacks, after toileting and after being diapered.
At the time of inspection, it was observed that a group of toddlers did not wash their hands prior to eating lunch
Corrected Corrected by Aug 26, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.135(a)(3) · If disposable diapers are provided by a parent or by a facility, a soiled diaper shall be discarded by immediately placing the diaper into a plastic-lined, hands-free covered can.
While observing a diaper change in the toddler area, Staff #4 was observed using their hands to open the hands free can for diaper disposal.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 2, 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 initial health assessment on file for Staff #2 is dated 6/9/25, which is after Staff #2's date of hire. (SEE IS CODE SHEET).
Corrected Corrected by Jul 29, 2025
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.151(c)(3)/3270.192(3) · An adult health assessment must include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination. 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 current health assessment on file for Staff person #4 does not indicate if the staff person was assessed for communicable/contagious disease.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 8, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.152 · A facility person shall wash his hands before meals and snacks, and after toileting and after diapering a child.
While observing a diaper change in the toddler area, Staff #4 did not wash their hands after the diaper change was completed.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 26, 2025
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 file for Staff #3 lacked Emergency Plan training within 90 of their date of hire (SEE IS CODE SHEET).
Corrected Corrected by Feb 3, 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.
The file for Staff #3 lacked a disclosure statement.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 3, 2025
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(iii) · 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 following the outset of service at the facility.
Staff #1, classified as an Assistant Group Supervisor, lacked two years of documented child care experience in their file.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 3, 2025
Category: supervision. 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 initial health assessment on file for Staff #2, dated 10/29/24, was beyond Staff #2's date of hire (SEE IS CODE SHEET). The initial health assessment (dated 10/21/24) and Tuberculosis screening (dated 10/23/24) on file for Staff #3 were dated after Staff #3's date of hire (SEE IS CODE SHEET).
Corrected Corrected by Feb 3, 2025
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.94(a)(4) · The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that the hypothetical locations of the fire are rotated around the facility for each drill such that the hypothetical location is never the same for consecutive drills.
The facility's fire drill log contained multiple consecutive hypothetical locations of the fire for the fire drill.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 28, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) · Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)). The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met.
The facility's fire alarm 30-day test log includes test dates 10/9/24-11/19/24, more than 30 days apart.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 28, 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 facility's Emergency Plan lacked procedures addressing Volunteer Emergency Preparedness Training.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 22, 2024
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.27(a)(3) · The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for a method for facility persons to contact parents as soon as reasonably possible when an emergency situation arises.
The facility's Emergency Plan lacked procedures addressing how the facility would contact parents when an emergency situation arises.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 22, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.27(a)(4) · The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for a method for facility persons to inform parents that the emergency has ended and to provide instruction as to how parents can safely be reunited with their children.
The facility's Emergency Plan lacked procedures addressing how the facility would inform parents that the emergency has ended and instructions as to how parents can safely be reunited with their children.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 22, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.27(b) · The operator shall review the emergency plan at least annually and update the plan as needed. The operator shall document in writing each review and update of the emergency plan and kept on file at the facility.
The Emergency Plan lacked documentation that the plan had been reviewed and updated within the last 12 months.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 22, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.27(e) · The operator shall provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining the emergency procedures. The operator shall also provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining any subsequent update to the plan.
The parent letter in the Emergency Plan lacked accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 22, 2024
Category: physical safety. 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 Child Abuse clearance on file for Staff #1 was invalid as it was a volunteer clearance, and Staff #1 serves as a staff member (SEE IS CODE SHEET).
Corrected Corrected by Jul 22, 2024
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL.
The file for Staff #2 contained a disclosure statement dated 5/26/22, from a different legal entity (SEE IS CODE SHEET).
Corrected Corrected by Jul 22, 2024
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) · A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP. The facility shall implement dismissal policies in accordance with the Department of Health regulation in 28 Pa. Code § 27.77 (relating to immunization requirements for children in child care group settings).
The immunization record for Child #1 (Older Toddler) lacked the following immunizations: 2 doses of DTAP, 1 dose of Polio, and 1 dose of Hepatitis A without a Letter of Exemption in the file. Child #1 must be dismissed from care by close of business on 7/11/24, and may only return to care when the immunization record is updated or when a parent provides a written, signed exemption letter.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 22, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.151(c)(1)/3270.192(3) · An adult health assessment must include a physical examination. 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 Assessments for Staff #1: (Dated: 06/09/2022), #2 (Dated: 06/17/2022), #3 (Dated: 06/09/2022) and #4 (Dated: 12/03/2021) were dated after their hire dates. (See LIS Code Sheet)
Corrected Corrected by Nov 9, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) · A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP. The facility shall implement dismissal policies in accordance with the Department of Health regulation in 28 Pa. Code § 27.77 (relating to immunization requirements for children in child care group settings).
The immunization record of Child #1 (PRE-S) lacked a yearly Influenza shot with no Letter of Exemption in File.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 6, 2023
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 facility's fire alarm test report documented testing of the fire alarm system between 08/09/2023 and 09/11/2023 (33 Days). The test conducted was more than 30 days apart.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 2, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. 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.
A stove, used for cooking, which is located in a non-measured childcare space, next to the stairs was accessible to children and poses a burn hazard.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 7, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.