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400 Blue Spruce Way, Murrysville PA 15668 · License #CER-00246241 · Center · Child Care Center
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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.
Through staff interviews It was reported that when Staff Person #2 and Staff Person #3 are taking their lactation breaks that they sometimes go into the infant room to switch with another staff so they can be in ratio. Staff Person #3 is asked to take their lactation break while still in ratio using a wearable device. Since they are on a lactation break, they are unable to supervise the children that they are responsible for.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 17, 2026
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.113(b) · A facility person may not use any form of physical punishment, including spanking a child.
At approximately 10:00 AM on 4/14/26, Staff Person #1 removed Child #1 from circle time by the wrist and forcibly place the child into a chair resulting with bruises on the child's wrist and back.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 17, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
Disposition: Compliant - Finalized
Disposition: Compliant - Finalized
Disposition: Compliant - Finalized
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3270.19(a) · An operator or a staff person who has reason to believe that a child enrolled in the facility has been abused is required to report suspected child abuse to ChildLine as mandated by the CPSL.
The operator or staff person of the facility did not report a suspected case of child abuse that occurred at the facility to Childline as a mandated reporter.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 17, 2026
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(f) · Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10.
Staff #4 did not complete the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their hire date (SEE LIS CODE SHEET): Pediatric First-Aid/CPR Training. The training was completed on 2/18/26.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 17, 2026
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 #4 may not work in a child care position at the facility.
The file for Staff Person #2, Staff Person #3, Staff Person #4 and Staff Person #5, contained a disclosure statement that expired on 1/31/25 per Announcement C-25-01. The file for Staff Person #4 contained a Dept of Justice NSOR certificate dated 8/18/23 which is an unacceptable NSOR certificate.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 17, 2026
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.113(d) · A facility person may not use harsh, demeaning or abusive language in the presence of children.
Durning staff interviews it was reported that Staff Person #1 will often say demeaning statements to the children and about the children to the other staff in the facility.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 17, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. 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 #3 is incomplete, due to the form not containing additional information relating to communicable/contagious diseases.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 17, 2026
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.51 · When children are grouped in similar age levels, the following maximum child group sizes and ratios of staff persons apply: Infants 1:4 with a maximum group size of 8; Young toddlers 1:5 with a maximum group size of 10; Older toddlers 1:6 with a maximum group size of 12; Preschool children 1:10 with a maximum group size of 20; Young school-age children 1:12 with a maximum group size of 24; Older school-age children 1:15 with a maximum group size of 30.
Based on staff statements and observations, there have been multiple instances of a staff being out a ratio between 1 to 5 minutes, due to a staff leaving the room. On 2/11/26 at 9:23 am, Staff #1 was working alone in room 107 with 18 preschool aged children. Staff #2 entered the room at 9:25 am and reported that they had left the room to utilize the restroom.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 11, 2026
Category: ratio. 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.
Based on staff statements and observations, there have been multiple instances of a staff leaving the room that their assigned group of children were located. On 2/11/26 in room 107, 2 staff were supervising 18 preschool aged children. Staff #2 left the room to utilize the restroom and the children assigned to Staff #2 remained in room 107 with Staff #1.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 11, 2026
Category: supervision. 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 at the time of initial employment. The staff person has a copy of the emergency training in her file. Staff #3 now have an emergency plan in the file.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 11, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(f) · Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10. 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 the following required pre- service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric first aid and CPR training.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 11, 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 #3 may not work in a child care position at the facility.
The file for staff #3 lacked the NSOR clearance.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 11, 2026
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.119 · Infants shall be placed in the sleeping position recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics unless there is a medical reason an infant should not sleep in this position. The medical reason shall be documented in a statement signed by a physician, physician's assistant or CRNP and placed in the child's record at the facility.
On 2/11/26 in the Infant room one infant was observed to be sleeping in a bouncer seat and another infant was observed to be sleeping in a swing.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 11, 2026
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.192(2)(ii)/3270.192(5) · A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility. 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 #3 lacked verification of child care experience obtained prior to service at the facility. The file for staff #3 lacked two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. .
Corrected Corrected by Feb 11, 2026
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.
According to the Fire Detection System Test Log, the tests were greater than 30 days apart from 10/6/25 to 11/6/25 and 12/5/25 to 1/8/26.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 11, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. 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 file for staff person #4 lacked mandated reporter training that was completed 60 months from the previous training. The mandated reporter training in the file was dated 4/9/20 and 4/14/25.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 17, 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 person #2 who was hired on (See LIS Code Sheet) lacked a child abuse clearance that was completed 60 months from the previous child abuse clearance. The child abuse clearances in the file were dated 6/19/20 and 6/21/25. The file for staff person #3 who was hired on (See LIS Code Sheet) lacked a complete state police clearance. The state police clearance did not have a disseminated date. The request date for the clearance was 9/25/23.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 17, 2025
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.34(a)(6) · A director is responsible for written evaluation of staff persons on a regular basis, a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months.
The file for staff person #4 lacked a written evaluation that was completed within the past 12 months. The written evaluation in the file was dated 1/6/24. The file for staff person #5 lacked a written evaluation that was completed within the past 12 months. The written evaluation in the file was dated 8/30/24.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 17, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) · An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.
The file for staff person #7 lacked a high school diploma.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 17, 2025
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.
In Room 123 it was observed that a handwashing sign was not posted above the sink and changing table in the classroom and a handwashing sign was not posted above the toilet in the first stall in the restroom that the children use.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 17, 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 Room 103 a plastic crayon box was observed to have a cracked corner causing rough edges and pinch and crush points.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 17, 2025
Category: physical safety. 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 file for staff person #1 lacked a health assessment that was completed 24 months from the previous health assessment. The health assessments in the file are dated 2/13/23 and 3/3/25.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 17, 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.
The file for staff person #7 lacked two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 17, 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 person #2 who was hired as a group supervisor on (See LIS Code Sheet) lacked a state police clearance that was completed 60 months from the previous state police clearance. The state police clearances in the file are dated 3/13/19 and 3/18/24. The file for staff person #4 who was hired as a group supervisor on (See LIS Code Sheet) lacked an NSOR verification certificate that was received prior to the hire date. The NSOR in the file is dated 6/7/24. The file for staff person #5 who was hired as an aide on (See LIS Code Sheet) lacked an NSOR verification certificate that was received within 45 days of the hire date (See LIS Code Sheet). The NSOR in the file is dated 4/8/24.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 1, 2024
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.34(a)(6) · A director is responsible for written evaluation of staff persons on a regular basis, a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months.
The file for staff person #2 lacked a written staff evaluation that was completed by the director 12 months from the previous written staff evaluation. The staff evaluations in the file are dated 7/14/23 and 8/30/24. The file for staff person #3 lacked a written staff evaluation that was completed by the director 12 months from the previous written staff evaluation. The staff evaluations in the file are dated 7/17/23 and 8/20/24.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 1, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. 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.
In Room 123 three handwashing signs were observed to be missing above the toilets in the restroom. In Room 126 a handwashing sign was observed to be missing above the toilet in the restroom.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 1, 2024
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 file for staff person #1 lacked a health assessment that was updated 24 months from the previous health assessment. The health assessments in the file are dated 7/18/22 and 8/24/24.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 1, 2024
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.14/3270.21 · A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations.State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.
The policy on the prevention of shaken baby and abusive head trauma lacked information related to strategies for coping with a crying, fussing, or distraught child. The file for Staff Person #3 lacked completion of the required 1-hour health and safety training update prior to 12.30.22. The training was completed on 2.3.23.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 26, 2023
Category: ratio. 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 files for Staff Person #1 lacked verification of one year experience or 15 acceptable college credits to qualify them for the position they were reported to be performing. The file for Staff Person #2 lacked verification of education to qualify them for a position at the facility.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 26, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. 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 Classroom #120 was missing tweezers and adhesive bandages.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 26, 2023
Category: health medication. 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.
The sinks in Classroom #126 and #129 lacked steps or platforms to allow the children to easily approach the sink for hand washing. Children were observed to be lifted by staff for hand washing in both classrooms.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 26, 2023
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 garbage can in the restroom in Classroom #103 was observed to be missing the part of the lid that allowed the can to be properly covered.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 26, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(a)(1) · An agreement shall specify the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week.
The agreement on file for Child #2 lacked the fee amount to be paid.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 26, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(a)(6) · An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission.
The agreement for Child #2 lacked the child's admission date.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 26, 2023
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 written plan of transporting a child to emergency care posted in the classrooms did not include staffing provisions.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 26, 2023
Category: transportation. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) · A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP. The facility shall implement dismissal policies in accordance with the Department of Health regulation in 28 Pa. Code § 27.77 (relating to immunization requirements for children in child care group settings). Child #5 will be dismissed from care at the close of business on 9.19.23.
The file for Child #3 lacked documentation that the child had received an annual influenza vaccination in 2022. The last documented influenza vaccination was dated 10.19.21.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 20, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.133(7)(i) · A medication log shall include the name of the medication.
In Classroom 120, a medication listed on the medication log on file for Child #1 did not match the medication present for the child's allergy.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 26, 2023
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.
A Staff Person in Classroom 126 was observed to change a young toddler and did not wash the child's hands after being diapered.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 26, 2023
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.
A soiled pull up was observed in the restroom garbage can in Classroom #112. The lid to the hands-free covered can was not connected to allow the lid to open using the hands-free method. A soiled diaper was observed in a garbage can that was not hands-free in the restroom in Classroom #116.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 26, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.166(5) · An infant 6 months of age or younger shall be held while being bottle fed.
An infant, reported to be 6 months old, was observed to be lying on the floor in Classroom #132 holding a bottle. The child was not being held while bottle fed.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 26, 2023
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.
The updates to the emergency contact form and financial agreement on file for Child #2 has exceeded 6 months since last update. The most recent emergency contact form was dated 12.1.22 and the most recent agreement was dated 2.20.23.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 26, 2023
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 #1 will have until December 20, 2022 to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #1 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an AGS, who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff available to supervise staff person #1, staff person #1 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.
Staff person #1 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): 31(f)(10).
Corrected Corrected by Dec 13, 2022
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.52 · When children are grouped in mixed age levels, the age of the youngest child in the group determines the staff:child ratio and maximum group size in accordance with the requirements in § 3270.51 (relating to similar age level).
Staff Person's #1 and #2 were observed to be caring for a mixed age group of 16 children. The group included 1 preschool age and 15 older toddler age children. The mixed age ratio requirement of 1 Staff to 6 children was not in compliance.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 20, 2022
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.61(h) · The capacity established for an indoor space may not be exceeded.
At approximately 8:55am 16 children were observed in classroom 123. The classroom has a measured capacity of 12 children. At approximately 9:00am 25 children were observed in classroom 112. The classroom has a measured capacity of 21 children.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 20, 2022
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.14/3270.21 · A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations.State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation.Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.
The file for Facility Person #2 lacked completion of Pediatric First Aid and CPR training. Facility Person #2 was observed alone at approximately 2:34pm to be supervising 8 preschool age children during naptime. Without the required Pediatric First Aide and CPR training Facility Person #2 must be supervised per the Federal regulations.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 10, 2022
Category: supervision. 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.
The file for Facility Person #5 lacked current fire safety training. The last documented fire safety training was 6.25.21.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 2, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(f)/3270.31(f)(10) · Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10.Staff persons shall complete professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire. Staff persons shall complete professional development in the topics of 3270.31(f)(1 -- 10) within 90 days of hire. Staff persons will have until September 21, 2022 to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff persons #2 and #5 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an AGS who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff available to supervise staff persons #2 and #5, staff persons #2 and #5 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.
Staff person #2 and #5 have not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric First Aid and Pediatric CPR.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 10, 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 #--- may not work in a child care position at the facility.
The file for Facility Person #1 lacked verification that they had requested their FBI Clearance and NSOR Certificate prior to starting. The fingerprinting verification was dated 12 days after starting and the NSOR request was dated 6 days after starting at the facility. The file for Facility Person #5 lacked verification that they had requested their FBI Clearance prior to starting. The FBI clearance on file was dated 1 day after starting at the facility. The file for Facility Person #6 lacked verification that they had requested their Child Abuse Clearance and NSOR Certificate prior to starting. The Child Abuse Clearance was dated 2 days after starting and the NSOR Certificate was dated 3 days after starting at the facility
Corrected Corrected by Sep 14, 2022
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.34(a)(6) · A director is responsible for written evaluation of staff persons on a regular basis, a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months.
The files for Facility Person #4 lacked a written evaluation that had been completed within the last 12 months.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 12, 2022
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.
A small area of peeling paint was observed on the wall next to the changing area in Classroom 126.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 2, 2022
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.
Torn rest mats causing foam to be exposed were observed in Classrooms 103, 107, 112, 116 and 123, In Classroom 107 2 cracked lids with potential pinch points were observed. In Classroom 116 one cracked bin with a potential pinch point was observed.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 2, 2022
Category: physical safety. 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 equipment in Classroom 126 was not labeled for use of a specific child.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 2, 2022
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 for Child #2 lacked the address of the physician.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 2, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(7) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
The emergency contact form for Child #3 lacked the addresses for the release persons listed. The emergency contact forms for Children #4, #5 and #6 lacked the telephone numbers for the release persons listed.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 2, 2022
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.
Emergency contact forms were missing for two children receiving care in Classroom 120.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 1, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.133(6) · A parent shall provide written consent for administration of medication or a special diet.
Written parental consent was missing for an allergy relief medication in Classroom 132.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 1, 2022
Category: ratio. 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 file for Facility Person #5 lacked a current health assessment that had been completed within the last 24 months. The file for Facility person #5 lacked completion of a tuberculosis screening within 12 months prior to starting. The tuberculosis screening was completed 64 days after starting at the facility. The file for Facility Person #6 lacked an initial health assessment and tuberculosis screening within 12 months prior to starting at the facility. The health assessment was completed 3 days after starting and the tuberculosis screening was completed 2 days after starting at the facility.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 11, 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 emergency contact form for Child#1 lacked signed parental consent for obtaining emergency medical care and administration of minor first aid procedures by facility staff.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 2, 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 Facility Person #3 lacked one of their two written, nonfamily references.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 2, 2022
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.
Documentation that the facility has completed testing of the fire alarm system every 30 days was not present at the time of the inspection.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 1, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. 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 file for staff #1 contains verification of pediatric first aid and pediatric CPR training that was completed online, without an in-person component. Staff person #1 has been employed at the facility more than 90 days.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 4, 2021
Category: health medication. 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 file for child #1 contains emergency contact information which lacks the address of the child's physician.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 4, 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. Facility Person #3 and staff person #4 may not work at the facility until valid out of state clearances are on file at the facility. Staff person #2 may not work at the facility until a valid FBI clearance is on file at the facility.
A review of the file for staff person #3 and staff person #4 revealed that staff person #3 and staff person #4 have resided out of state in the previous 5 years. Staff person #3's and staff person #4's file lacks a child abuse clearance and state sex offender registry check from the state where they previously resided. The file for staff person #2 contains an FBI clearance obtained for Department of Education purposes, making it invalid.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 4, 2021
Category: background checks. 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 damaged paint and drywall next to the cubbies in the Explore classroom.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 4, 2021
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.102(a)/3270.103 · 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. 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.
Observed torn rest mats which exposes the foam cushioning in the following rooms: Joy, Accomplish, and Explore. The exposed foam creates a choking hazard for the children in care in the Joy classroom who are toddler-aged children who are still placing objects in their mouths.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 4, 2021
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.111(a) · A written plan of daily activities and routines, including a time for free play shall be established for each group. The plan shall be flexible to accommodate the needs of individual children and the dynamics of the group.
The Play classroom lacks a daily activity schedule.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 28, 2021
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.
At approximately 10 a.m., observed staff person #5 and staff person #6 supervising a group of 16 preschool-aged children. Staff person #5 identified 8 children and staff person #6 identified 3 children, leaving 5 children not identified in a supervisory group.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 28, 2021
Category: supervision. 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 file for child #1 and child #2 contains emergency contact information which lacks the enrolling parents' work address(es).
Corrected Corrected by Nov 4, 2021
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(6) · Emergency contact information must include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.
The file for child #1 contains emergency contact information which lacks the health insurance policy number.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 4, 2021
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 report on file for child #2 lacks a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 4, 2021
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 file for child #2 contains a health report that lacks 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.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 4, 2021
Category: health medication. 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 file for child #3, child #4, and child #5 lacks verification of a current influenza vaccine administered in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 4, 2021
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.27(a)(1)/3270.27(a)(5) · The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations for shelter of children during an emergency including lock-down, shelter in place at the facility and shelter at locations away from the facility premises. The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
The facility's emergency plan was not updated by the required date of 12/19/20 to include accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions and lock-down procedures.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 28, 2021
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(a)/3270.131(e) · 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. The facility may not accept or retain an infant 2 months of age or older, a toddler or a preschool child at the facility for more than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility unless the parent provides written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of the dates (month, day and year) the child was administered immunizations in accordance with the recommendations of the ACIP.
The file for child #1 contains an initial health report dated more than 90 days after child #1's first day of attendance at the facility.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 4, 2021
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.