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Kids Kingdom Preparatory Academy Inc
314 W Englewood Ave, New Castle PA 16105 · License #CER-00249200 · Child Care Center
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- 314 W Englewood Ave, New Castle PA 16105 · Directions
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When they operate
Ages served
- 1-Star quality rating
- Accepts Child Care Works subsidy
- Licensed for 134 children
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Violations per inspection, 3-yrInspection history & violations
Source: Pennsylvania DHS, Office of Child Development and Early Learning- Violation
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 emergency plan did not include 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.
Corrected by Dec 19, 2025
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3270.27(e) · The operator shall provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining the emergency procedures. The operator shall also provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining any subsequent update to the plan.
The letter provided to the parent of each enrolled child explaining the emergency procedures did not include method for facility persons to contact parents as soon as reasonably possible when an emergency situation arises, 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, and accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions.
Corrected by Dec 19, 2025
- Violation
3270.67(d) · Trash that has been contaminated by human secretions or excrement shall be contained in closed, plastic-lined receptacles.
In the young toddler room a trash can that contained food waste did not have a lid.
Corrected by Dec 19, 2025
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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 emergency plan did not include a method for facility persons to contact parents as soon as reasonably possible when an emergency situation arises.
Corrected by Dec 19, 2025
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3270.31(e)(4)(ii) · Staff persons shall participate, at least annually, in fire safety training conducted by a fire protection professional. Staff persons and volunteers shall receive training in maintenance of smoke detectors, the duties of facility persons during a fire drill and during a fire and the use of the facility's fire extinguishers, not including discharge of the fire suppressant agent.
Staff #1's two most recent fire safety trainings are dated 9/18/24 and 10/7/25 which are more than 12 months apart. Staff #2's two most recent fire safety trainings are dated 7/22/24 and 10/13/25 which is more than 12 months apart. Staff #4's two most recent fire safety trainings are dated 7/25/24 and 10/8/25 which are more than 12 months apart.
Corrected by Dec 19, 2025
- Violation
3270.31(f) · Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10 or (g)1-10. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #6 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 #6, staff person #6 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.
Staff person #6 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.
Corrected by Dec 19, 2025
- Violation
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services).
Staff #5's child abuse clearance is dated 3/27/25 which is after first date with children(See LIS Code Sheet).
Corrected by Dec 19, 2025
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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.
Staff #3's initial evaluation dated 1/6/25 was more than 12 months after date of hire(See LIS Code Sheet).
Corrected by Dec 19, 2025
- Violation
3270.37(b)/3270.192(2)(ii) · An aide shall have attained one of the qualification levels specified in §3270.37(b)(1)-(3). A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.
Staff #7's file did not contain documentation of evaluated proof of education of the person's foreign diploma.
Corrected by Dec 19, 2025
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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.
In the indoor gross motor room, there was hand sanitizer Blaster in a blue bin which stated keep out of reach of children accessible to children. In the young toddler room there was Destin diaper cream, which stated keep out of reach of children, on the open shelves of the diaper table accessible to children.
Corrected by Dec 19, 2025
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3270.75(b) · A first-aid kit must be inaccessible to children.
In the indoor gross motor room the first aid kit was in a book bag on the ground accessible to children.
Corrected by Dec 19, 2025
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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.
In the pre-k room that was not in use the baseboard was falling off. In the Pre-K room in use and the Preschool transition room there was splintering along the bottoms of the wooden cabinets. In the Preschool outside play space the cement sidewalk at the bottom of the steps by the fence was eroding causing a tripping hazard.
Corrected by Dec 19, 2025
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3270.77(a) · Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.
In the Pre-K room that was not in use there was damaged plaster along the wall on the left above the ABC shelf. In the girl's bathroom there was peeling paint on the wall behind the left and middle toilets.
Corrected by Dec 19, 2025
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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 girl's restroom did not have a lid.
Corrected by Dec 19, 2025
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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.
In the young toddler room, the motor for the potable sink was not working so they filled up a basin of water and washed the children's hands in the basin and rinsed in another basin. The basin that they were washing the children's hands in was not changed every time between each child.
Corrected by Dec 19, 2025
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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 outside play space there were exposed bolts on the gate facing in accessible to children.
Corrected by Dec 19, 2025
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3270.106(j) · Toys, bumper pads, or pillows may not be present in a crib while an infant is sleeping in the crib.
At approximately 9am in the infant room it was observed that an infant was asleep in a pack and play laying on a pillow and a stuffed animal toy was in the bed with the infant.
Corrected by Dec 19, 2025
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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.
In the Pre-K room in use and the Transition Young Toddler room there were no thermometers in the refrigerators.
Corrected by Dec 19, 2025
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3270.111(b) · The written plan of daily activities shall be posted in the group space.
There was no written plan of daily activities posted in the infant room.
Corrected by Dec 19, 2025
- Violation
3270.123(a) · An agreement shall be signed by the operator and the parent.
Child #5's financial agreement was not signed by the parent.
Corrected by Dec 19, 2025
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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.
Child #1's date of admission was not on the financial agreement.
Corrected by Dec 19, 2025
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3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3) · Emergency contact information must include the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care. A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission.
Child #2's file did not contain written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care.
Corrected by Dec 19, 2025
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3270.133(3) · The label of a medication container shall identify the name of the medication and the name of the child for whom the medication is intended. Medication shall be administered to only the child whose name appears on the container.
In the Pre-K room in use there was a prescription Albuterol inhaler without the original box and prescription label.
Corrected by Dec 19, 2025
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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 approximately 1130am a child did not wash their hands after diapering.
Corrected by Dec 19, 2025
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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.
In the Young Toddler room and the Older Toddler room the trash cans used to dispose of used diapers was not hands free.
Corrected by Dec 19, 2025
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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.
Staff #5's initial health assessment is dated 10/13/25 which is after date of hire(See LIS Code Sheet).
Corrected by Dec 19, 2025
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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.
Staff #1's two most recent health assessments are dated 2/13/23 and 10/29/25 which are more than 24 months apart. Staff #4's two most recent health assessments are dated 6/8/22 and 10/9/25 which are more than 24 months apart. Staff #7's two most recent health assessments are dated 5/9/23 and 10/27/25 which are more than 24 months apart.
Corrected by Dec 19, 2025
- Violation
3270.151(c)(2) · An adult health assessment must include tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment. Subsequent tuberculosis screening is not required unless directed by a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department.
Staff #5's TB test is dated 10/13/25 which is after date of hire(See LIS Code Sheet).
Corrected by Dec 19, 2025
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3270.151(c)(5) · An adult health assessment must include the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care.
Staff #1's health assessment did not state that the individual was suitable to provide childcare.
Corrected by Dec 19, 2025
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3270.182(5) · A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission.
Child #2's file did not contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.
Corrected by Dec 19, 2025
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3270.27(a)(5) · The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
The emergency plan did not include accommodations for infants and toddlers in an emergency.
Corrected by Dec 19, 2025
- Violation
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) · Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)). The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met.
The fire alarm testing log contained the following dates 6/5/25-7/18/25 which are more than 30 days apart.
Corrected by Dec 19, 2025
- Violation
3270.31(e) · A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.
Staff file #4 lacked 6.5 of the 12 hours of annual child care training required from 5/2024 to 5/2025. Staff file #4 contained 7 child care training hours dated 10/8/25(1hr) and 10/15/25(6hr) used for correction.
Corrected by Dec 19, 2025
- Violation
3270.131(a)/3270.182(1) · The operator shall require the parent of an enrolled child, including a child, a foster child and a relative of an operator or a facility person, to provide an initial health report no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility. A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports.
Child #3's file contained a health assessment dated 2/13/25, which was more than 60 days after enrollment(See LIS Code Sheet). Child #4's file did not contain an initial health assessment withing 60 days of enrollment(See LIS Code Sheet).
Corrected by Dec 19, 2025
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3270.31(e)(4)(i) · Competence is the completion of training by a professional in the field of first-aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). All staff persons shall renew their certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on or before the expiration of the most current certification.
The file for Staff #1 contained a Basic Life Support training which is not an approved curriculum of Pediatric First Aid/CPR.
Corrected by Jul 3, 2025
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3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # -- may not work in a child care position at the facility.
The file for Staff #2 was lacking the NSOR clearance.
Corrected by Jul 3, 2025
- Violation
3270.37(b)(1) · An aide shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate.
The file for Staff #2 was lacking proof of high school diploma.
Corrected by Jul 3, 2025
- Violation
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.
On two occurrences, 1.8.25-2.10.25 and 3.10.25-4.10.25, testing of the fire detection system was more than the required 30 days.
Corrected by Jun 2, 2025
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3270.31(e)(4)(i) · Competence is the completion of training by a professional in the field of first-aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). All staff persons shall renew their certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on or before the expiration of the most current certification.
The training for the most recent Pediatric First Aid/CPR Certificate in the file for Staff Person #10 was conducted after the previous certificate had expired.
Corrected by Jul 25, 2024
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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 most recent fire safety trainings in the files for Staff Person #1, #2, #4, #5, #6, #7, #8, #9 and #10 exceeded 12 months between trainings.
Corrected by Dec 19, 2024
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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 #12 will have until 1/15/25 to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #12 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an AGS or higher who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff available to supervise staff person #12, staff person #12 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.
Staff person #12 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric First Aid/CPR in an approved curriculum from a certified PQAS Instructor.
Corrected by Dec 27, 2024
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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 most recent State Police, Child Abuse and FBI clearances in the files for Staff Person #1 and #8 exceeded 60 months between clearances. The Child Abuse Clearances in the files for Staff Person #3, #12 and #14 were dated after the staff person's first day in child care. The State Police Clearance in the file for Staff Person #7 was dated after the staff person's first day in child care and the file did not include an application for State Police Clearance dated on or before the staff person's start date. The NSOR Certificates in the files for Staff Person #4 and #7 were dated more than 45 days after the staff person's first day in child care. The NSOR Application and Certificate in the file for Staff Person #14 was conducted after the staff person's first day in child care. (See LIS Code Sheet).
Corrected by Dec 19, 2024
- Violation
3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services).
The most recent Mandated Reporter Trainings in the file for Staff Person #1 exceeded 60 months between trainings.
Corrected by Dec 16, 2024
- Violation
3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii) · A staff person or a substitute staff person shall meet one of the applicable staff qualifications for the position in which the person is performing. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.
The file for Staff Person #11 contains a foreign Bachelor's Degree that has not been evaluated.
Corrected by Jan 17, 2025
- Violation
3270.34(a)(6) · A director is responsible for written evaluation of staff persons on a regular basis, a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months.
The files for Staff Person #3 and #5, who has been working at the facility for more than one year, did not include an annual written evaluation. The first written evaluations in the files for Staff Person #6, #9 and #10 were conducted more than 12 months after the staff person's first day in child care. The most recent written evaluations in the files for Staff Person #7 and #8 exceeded 12 months between evaluations. (See LIS Code Sheet).
Corrected by Jan 9, 2025
- Violation
3270.76 · Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards.
Observed flaking rust on the partition in the toilet area of the boy's bathroom and on the middle partition of the toilet area of the girl's bathroom.
Corrected by Jan 10, 2025
- Violation
3270.77(a) · Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.
Observed peeling, flaking paint behind the toilet in the boy's bathroom.
Corrected by Jan 10, 2025
- Violation
3270.91(a) · Stairways, hallways, exits from rooms, exits from the facility and other means of egress serving as an exit shall be unobstructed.
Observed a pack 'n' play blocking the exit door in the infant room.
Corrected by Dec 20, 2024
- Violation
3270.106(f) · At least 2 feet of space is required on three sides of a bed, cot, crib or other rest equipment while the equipment is in use.
Observed less than two feet of space on three sides for three of the pack 'n' plays where children were napping in the infant room.
Corrected by Dec 20, 2024
- Violation
3270.123(a)(3) · The services to be provided to the family and the child, including the Department's approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided. The operator shall complete and update the form and provide a copy to the family in accordance with the updates regarding emergency contact information in § 3270.124(f) (relating to emergency contact information).
The initial child service reports in the files for Child #1 and #4 were conducted more than six months after the child's first day of attendance at the facility. The only child service reports in the files for Child #2, #3, #5 and #6, who have been enrolled at the facility for more than one year, were dated November, 2024.
Corrected by Dec 20, 2024
- Violation
3270.124(b)(5) · Emergency contact information must include information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant or CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation.
The emergency contact form in the file for Child #1 did not 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
Corrected by Dec 20, 2024
- Violation
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 files for Child #3, #5 and #6, who are preschool children, did not contain an updated health report conducted within the past 12 months.
Corrected by Dec 20, 2024
- Violation
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 most recent health assessments in the file for Staff Person #1 exceeded 24 months between health assessments. The initial health assessments in the file for Staff Person #9 and #14 were conducted after the staff person's first day working in child care. The files for Staff Person #4, #7, #8 and #10 do not include a health assessment conducted within the past 24 months. The files for Staff Person #11 and #13 do not include an initial health assessment. (See LIS Code Sheet).
Corrected by Dec 20, 2024
- Violation
3270.131(a)/3270.182(1) · The operator shall require the parent of an enrolled child, including a child, a foster child and a relative of an operator or a facility person, to provide an initial health report no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility. A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports.
The file for Child #2, who has been enrolled for more than 60 days, did not include an initial health report.
Corrected by Jan 31, 2025
- Violation
3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services).
There was no documentation on file of completion of mandated reporter training for Facility Person #1, employed at the facility more than 90 days.
Corrected by May 16, 2024
- Violation
3270.72(b) · Windows or doors used for ventilation shall be screened when open.
There was an unscreened door leading from a classroom to an outdoor playspace that was propped open.
Corrected by May 15, 2024
- Violation
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.
A group of children that included 8 older toddlers was observed receiving care in an outdoor playspace with embedded equipment that was mounted over mulch (with pieces of a diameter less than 1 inch.)
Corrected by May 16, 2024
- Violation
3270.31(f)(10) · Staff persons shall complete professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire.
There was no documentation on file of completion of pediatric first aid & CPR training for Facility Persons #1 and #2, employed at the facility more than 90 days.
Corrected by Jul 30, 2024
- Violation
3270.94(a)(1) · The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that fire drills are conducted at least once every 60 days.
The most recent fire drill recorded on the facility's fire drill log was listed as occurring on 1/5/24.
Corrected by Jun 10, 2024
- Violation
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 most recent smoke detector testing recorded on the facility's log was listed as occurring on 11/1/23. Testing is required to occur at least every 30 days.
Corrected by Jun 10, 2024
- Violation
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 of facility person #3, employed more than 90 days (see coded LIS sheet), did not contain documentation of initial emergency plan training.
Corrected by Nov 29, 2023
- Violation
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.
Documentation of the fire safety trainings of facility person #10 were dated more than 12 months apart (6/15/2023 & 7/3/2023).
Corrected by Nov 29, 2023
- Violation
3270.31(f) · Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10.
The file of facility person #2 contained documentation of completion of the health and safety topics listed in subsections (f)1-9 dated 5/6/2023, more than 90 days from their start date at the facility (see coded LIS sheet).
Corrected by Nov 29, 2023
- Violation
3270.31(f) · Staff person(s) shall complete professional development in the topics of 3270.31(f)(1 -- 10), 3280.31(f) (1-10), or 3290.31(g) (1-10) within 90 days of hire. Staff person #3 will have until 12/7/2023 to complete the required 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 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 pediatric CPR.
Corrected by Nov 29, 2023
- Violation
3270.123(a)(1) · An agreement shall specify the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week.
The financial agreement of child #3 did not specify the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week.
Corrected by Nov 29, 2023
- Violation
3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # 8 may not work at the facility.
The file of facility persons #1, #2, #4, #7 and #8 contain disclosure statements which did not contain the date. The disclosure statement of facility person #6 was dated 10/19/2023, more than 90 days from their start date at the facility (see coded LIS sheet). The file of facility person #8 contained an FBI clearance dated 11/3/2023, and an incomplete PA state police clearance which was dated more than 45 days from their start date (see coded LIS sheet) and did not contain a dissemination date.
Corrected by Nov 29, 2023
- Violation
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 of facility person #9 contained documentation of a written evaluation by the director dated 10/24/2022 but did not contain one in the past 12 months. The file of facility person #10, employed for more than 12 months (see coded LIS sheet) did not contain an annual written evaluation by the director.
Corrected by Nov 29, 2023
- Violation
3270.35(b)/3270.192(2)(ii) · A group supervisor shall have attained one of the qualification levels specified at §3270.35(b)(1)-(4). A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.
The file of facility person #4, identified as a group supervisor, did not contain documentation of the education or experience to qualify them for the position.
Corrected by Nov 29, 2023
- Violation
3270.37(b)/3270.192(2)(ii) · An aide shall have attained one of the qualification levels specified in §3270.37(b)(1)-(3). A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.
The file of facility person #7, identified as an aide, did not contain documentation of education and/or experience to qualify for the position.
Corrected by Nov 29, 2023
- Violation
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 classroom, a blue bin which contained waffle blocks was cracked.
Corrected by Nov 29, 2023
- Violation
3270.123(a) · An agreement shall be signed by the operator and the parent.
The financial agreement of child #2 did not contain the signature of the parent.
Corrected by Nov 29, 2023
- Violation
3270.123(a)(3) · The services to be provided to the family and the child, including the Department's approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided. The operator shall complete and update the form and provide a copy to the family in accordance with the updates regarding emergency contact information in § 3270.124(f) (relating to emergency contact information).
The file of child #1 did not contain documentation of the approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development being completed in the past 6 months, with the last being dated 11/8/2022. The files of child #3, #4 and #5, all enrolled for more than 6 months (see coded LIS sheet), did not contain documentation of the approved form being completed within the past 6 or 12 months (see coded LIS sheet).
Corrected by Jan 19, 2024
- Violation
3270.123(b) · A parent shall receive the original agreement. The facility shall retain a copy of the agreement.
The files of child #1, #2 and #3 contained the original financial agreements.
Corrected by Nov 29, 2023
- Violation
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 of child #3 contained a health assessment dated 6/15/2021 and a current health assessment dated 8/22/2023 lacking health assessments every 6 months as an infant and young toddler (see coded LIS sheet). The file of child #4, identified as a toddler at the time (see coded LIS sheet), contained a health assessment dated 12/20/2022 but did not contain an updated health assessment within 6 months of the prior. The file of child #5, identified as a young toddler at the time (see coded LIS sheet), contained a health assessment dated 3/17/2023, lacking an updated health assessment within 6 months.
Corrected by Jan 19, 2024
- Violation
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 of child #1, identified as a preschool age child (see coded LIS sheet), contained a health assessment dated 5/19/2022 but lacked a current health assessment within 12 months.
Corrected by Jan 19, 2024
- Violation
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 #3 does not contain 1 of the 2 Hep A vaccinations or acceptable written exemption from the parent or child's physician.
Corrected by Nov 29, 2023
- Violation
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 of child #6 does not contain a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.
Corrected by Jan 19, 2024
- Violation
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 of child #5 does not contain a statement the 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 by Jan 19, 2024
- Violation
3270.133(7)(i) · A medication log shall include the name of the medication.
The older toddler classroom contained a medication log for a child which did not contain the name of the medication.
Corrected by Nov 29, 2023
- Violation
3270.151(c)(3) · An adult health assessment must include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination.
The health assessment of facility persons #1, #7 and #8 did not contain documentation of an examination for communicable diseases and the results of the examination.
Corrected by Jan 19, 2024
- Violation
3270.166(4) · Disposable nursers and bottles shall be labeled with the child's name.
The refrigerator in the infant classroom contained 2 bottles which were not labeled with the child's name.
Corrected by Nov 29, 2023
- Violation
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 emergency contact and financial agreement forms for child #1, #3, #4 and #5 did not have documentation of being reviewed and/or updated within the past 6 months.
Corrected by Nov 29, 2023
- Violation
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.
The file of facility persons #2, #3 and #5 did not contain documentation of education and/or hours to qualify as an assistant group supervisor.
Corrected by Jan 19, 2024
- Violation
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 of facility person #5 did not contain 1 of 2 written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
Corrected by Nov 29, 2023
- Violation
3270.31(f)(10) · Staff persons shall complete professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire.
The files of facility person #1, #2 and #6 contained documentation of completed pediatric first aid and pediatric CPR which was dated more than 90 days from their start date at the facility.
Corrected by Nov 29, 2023
- Violation
3270.94(a)(9) · The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that a written record is maintained on file at the facility indicating the specific time of day of the drill, the hypothetical location of the fire, the evacuation time, and the names of the facility persons and the number of children who participate in the fire drill.
The fire drill log listed "all staff" and not the specific names of the facility persons participating in the fire drill.
Corrected by Nov 29, 2023
- Violation
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 of testing the fire detection system exceeded 30 days on one occasion (3/3/2023 to 4/3/2023) in the last 12 months.
Corrected by Nov 29, 2023
- Violation
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 emergency plan did not have a continuity of operations plan or contingency plan in the event of a disaster.
Corrected by Nov 23, 2022
- Violation
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.
Documentation of fire safety training for facility person #10 exceeded 12 months (10/26/2021 and 11/9/2022).
Corrected by Nov 9, 2022
- Violation
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, 4, 8 and 9 may not work in a child care position at the facility.
The file of facility person #1 did not contain an FBI clearance, #2 contained an NSOR dated 10/18/2022 more than 45 days from their start date (see coded LIS sheet), #4 contained an NSOR application dated 6/15/2022 but did not have a completed NSOR, #5 contained an NSOR dated 8/15/2022, after their start date with children (see coded LIS sheet) with no documentation of submission, #8 did not contain a completed PA state police or child abuse clearance and #9 contained out of state police and child abuse clearances dated more than 45 days from start (10/18/2022 and 10/6/2022) and did not contain PA state police or child abuse clearances. All staff have been employed for more than 45 days (see coded LIS sheet).
Corrected by Dec 2, 2022
- Violation
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.
A written evaluation completed by the director was not completed for facility person #10, who has been employed for more than 12 months (see coded LIS sheet).
Corrected by Dec 30, 2022
- Violation
3270.66(b) · Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be stored in an original labeled container or in a container that specifies the content. Toxics shall be stored away from food, food preparation areas and child care spaces.
The first aid kit in the preschool 3 classroom, which was on the counter accessible to children, contained aspirin, burn ointment, antibiotic ointment, sting relief, all labeled keep out of the reach of children. All laundry detergent and disinfecting wipes were in the open hallway closet accessible to children. Hand sanitizer labeled keep out of the reach of children was accessible to children on the desk in the lobby.
Corrected by Nov 7, 2022
- Violation
3270.75(b) · A first-aid kit must be inaccessible to children.
Due to the hook being broken, the first aid kit in preschool 3 was on a counter accessible to children.
Corrected by Nov 14, 2022
- Violation
3270.75(c) · A first-aid kit must contain the following: soap, an assortment of adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, tweezers, tape, scissors and disposable, nonporous gloves.
The first aid kit in the infant room did not contain tweezers and the first aid kit in preschool 3 room did not contain soap.
Corrected by Nov 14, 2022
- Violation
3270.81 · A visual strip or other visual identification shall be placed on glass located in a traffic area, a child care space or a play space.
Visual strips or identification was not present on the glass in the following child care spaces: the door in the indoor play space, the door to outside in the young toddler room, the door in the older toddler room and the door and long window by the door in the preschool 3 room.
Corrected by Nov 14, 2022
- Violation
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.
Handwashing signs were not posted at the following: the sink in the infant room, the changing table and 2 training chairs in the young toddler room, the sink and 4 training chairs in the older toddler room, the training chair in the transition room, the sink in the preschool room, the sink in the indoor play space and at each sink and toilet/urinal in the boys' and girls' restroom.
Corrected by Nov 15, 2022
- Violation
3270.82(i) · A toilet area, training chair area, diapering area and sink area shall be equipped with a clean, lidded waste receptacle.
The diapering area in the older classroom did not contain a lidded trash can.
Corrected by Nov 14, 2022
- Violation
3270.123(a) · An agreement shall be signed by the operator and the parent.
The financial agreement of child #4 was not signed by the parent or operator.
Corrected by Nov 28, 2022
- Violation
3270.123(a)(1) · An agreement shall specify the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week.
The financial agreement of child #4 did not contain the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week.
Corrected by Nov 28, 2022
- Violation
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).
Documentation of a current child service report Department's approved form providing information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided was not on file for child #2, 3, 5, 6 and 7.
Corrected by Dec 2, 2022
- Violation
3270.123(a)(4) · An agreement shall specify the child's arrival and departure times.
The financial agreement of child #4 did not contain their arrival and departure times.
Corrected by Nov 28, 2022
- Violation
3270.123(a)(6) · An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission.
The financial agreement of child #4 did not contain their date of admission.
Corrected by Nov 28, 2022
- Violation
3270.123(b) · A parent shall receive the original agreement. The facility shall retain a copy of the agreement.
The files of child #1 and 4 contained the original financial agreement.
Corrected by Nov 28, 2022
- Violation
3270.124(b)(3) · Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
The emergency contact form of child #4 did not included the work address and work telephone number of the enrolling parent.
Corrected by Nov 28, 2022
- Violation
3270.124(b)(5) · Emergency contact information must include information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant or CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation.
The emergency contact form of child #5 did not include information on the child's special needs which is needed in an emergency situation or documentation this is not applicable to the child.
Corrected by Dec 2, 2022
- Violation
3270.124(b)(6) · Emergency contact information must include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.
The emergency contact form of child #4 did not include the health insurance coverage or policy number.
Corrected by Nov 28, 2022
- Violation
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 of child #1 did not include the addresses of the individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Corrected by Nov 28, 2022
- Violation
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 preschool 3 room did not contain a written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency posted in a conspicuous location.
Corrected by Nov 14, 2022
- Violation
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 of child #2 contained a health assessment dated 8/7/2020, lacking updated health assessments at least every 6 months. The file of child #3, a young toddler, contained a health assessment dated 7/12/2021and did not contain updates at least every 6 months.
Corrected by Dec 9, 2022
- Violation
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 of child #7, identified as a preschooler, contained a health assessment dated 9/8/2021 and did not have documentation of an updated health assessment within 12 months.
Corrected by Dec 9, 2022
- Violation
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 immunization record of child #1 lacked 1 Rotavirus, 1 DTap, 1 HIB, 1 Pneumococcal and 1 Polio, and child #2, 5, 6 and 7 did not contain documentation of an annual influenza vaccination in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP or acceptable documentation of acceptable exemption.
Corrected by Dec 30, 2022
- Violation
3270.133(6) · A parent shall provide written consent for administration of medication or a special diet.
The older toddler classroom contained medication labeled for child #5 and another medication labeled for child #8, but there was no signed parental consent for administration of the medication.
Corrected by Dec 30, 2022
- Violation
3270.133(7)(vii) · A medication log shall include the initials of the staff person who administered the medication.
The older toddler room contained a medication log for child #8 which did not have the initials of the staff person who administered medication on 9/14/2022.
Corrected by Nov 14, 2022
- Violation
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.
The trash can in the older toddler room contained a disposable diaper which was tied in a plastic bag before being discarded.
Corrected by Dec 6, 2022
- Violation
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 health assessment of facility person #2 was dated 11/7/2022, #3 was dated 8/3/2022, #4 was dated 6/17/2022, #5 was dated 10/25/2022, #7 was dated 6/13/2022, and #8 was dated 11/9/2022, all after their start date with children (see coded LIS sheet).
Corrected by Dec 6, 2022
- Violation
3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3) · An adult health assessment must include tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment. Subsequent tuberculosis screening is not required unless directed by a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department. A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.
The file of facility person #2 contained documentation of their tuberculosis screening being completed on 8/24/2022, #3 on 8/5/2022, #4 on 6/17/2022, #6 on 8/3/2022, #7 on 6/15/2022 and #8 on 11/11/2022, all after their start date with children (see coded LIS sheet).
Corrected by Dec 6, 2022
- Violation
3270.151(c)(3) · An adult health assessment must include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination.
The health assessment of facility person #1 contained documentation of an examination for communicable diseases but lacked complete results and facility person #3 did not contain documentation of an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination with the health assessment.
Corrected by Dec 6, 2022
- Violation
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 emergency contact and financial agreements of child #2, 3, 4, and 6 were not updated within the past 6 months.
Corrected by Nov 14, 2022
- Violation
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 front door was used consecutively as the hypothetical location for the fire drills conducted on 6/14/2022 and 7/14/2022.
Corrected by Nov 14, 2022
- Violation
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 of testing the fire detection system exceeded 30 days by a day or two on the following occasions: 1/14/2022 to 2/14/2022, 3/14/2022 to 4/14/2022, 5/13/2022 to 6/14/2022, 8/12/2022 to 9/12/2022 and 10/10/2022 to 11/10/2022. It is now current.
Corrected by Dec 6, 2022
- Violation
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.
Facility person #1 and 2, both less than 90 days of hire (see CODED LIS SHEET), were working in a classroom together. Facility person #1 had pediatric first aid and pediatric CPR in approved curriculum, but not by a PQAS instructor and did not have the required health and safety topics completed. Facility person #2 did not have pediatric first aid and pediatric CPR or the health and safety topics completed.
Corrected by May 25, 2022
- Violation
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.
At approximately 10:45 AM, the certification representative rang the doorbell to the facility. After asking who was at the door through the intercom, facility person #3 arrived at the door to let the certification representative into the facility. While walking to the classroom, facility person #3 stated they were in ratio. In the classroom, facility person #4 was alone with 13 children while facility person #3 answered the door.
Corrected by May 20, 2022
- Violation
3270.27(c)/3270.192(2)(iii) · The operator shall assure that each facility person receives training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment, on an annual basis and at the time of each plan update. The operator shall document the date of each training and the names of all facility persons who received the training and kept on file at the facility. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.
The files for staff #4 and #9 lack emergency plan training within the past 12 months. Dates are as follows: Staff #4 - 7/27/20 and staff #9 - 11/17/19.
Corrected by Nov 24, 2021
- Violation
3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.192(2)(iii) · Competence is the completion of training by a professional in the field of first-aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). All staff persons shall renew their certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on or before the expiration of the most current certification.A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.
The Pediatric CPR/First aid training on file for staff #1 and 3 was not renewed on or before the expiration date. Staff #1 - previous training expired 4/16/21 and new training is dated 8/7/21. Staff #3 - previous training expired 4/25/21 and new training is dated 8/7/21.
Corrected by Nov 23, 2021
- Violation
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.
There was more than 12 months between the previous and most current staff evaluations on file for staff #2. Dates are as follows: 2/27/20 and 10/21/21. The file for staff #9 lacks a staff evaluation within the past 12 months. . Start date 10/2/20. No staff evaluation is on file.
Corrected by Nov 24, 2021
- Violation
3270.31(e)(4)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iii) · Staff persons shall participate, at least annually, in firesafety training conducted by a fire protection professional. Staff persons and volunteers shall receive training in maintenance of smoke detectors, the duties of facility persons during a fire drill and during a fire and the use of the facility's fire extinguishers, not including discharge of the fire suppressant agent.A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.
There was more than 12 months between the previous and most current fire safety trainings on file for staff #4. Dates are as follows: 7/27/20 and 10/11/21. The file for staff #9 lacks fire safety training within the past 12 months. Start date 10/2/20 and there is no fire safety training on file.
Corrected by Dec 31, 2021
- Violation
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 files for staff #5 and 6 lack Pediatric first aid and pediatric CPR within 90 days of hire. Staff #5's start date is 4/19/21 and no training is on file. Staff #6 now has training on file. Start date- 2/2/21 and training is dated 8/7/21.
Corrected by Dec 31, 2021
- Violation
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 #5 lacks mandated reporter training within 90 days of hire. Start date 4/19/21. No training is on file.
Corrected by Dec 31, 2021
- Violation
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Facility Person #5, 6, 8, and 12 -- may not work in a child care 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.
There was more than 60 months between the previous and most current Child Abuse clearances on file for staff #1. Dates are as follows: 3/4/16 and 10/21/21. The file for staff #5, with start date of 4/19/21, lacked an NSOR and Child Abuse clearance on or before initial start date in a child care position. There is no NSOR on file. Child Abuse clearance is on file and dated 11/5/21. The file for staff #6, with start date of 2/2/21, lacked an FBI and NSOR clearance on or before initial start date in a child care position. No FBI clearance is on file. NSOR is now on file and dated 2/4/21. The file for staff #7, with start date of 10/11/21, lacked a State Police, Child Abuse, FBI and NSOR on or before initial start date in a child care position. Clearances are now on file and dated: State Police, 10/17/21, Child Abuse- 10/18/21, FBI - 10/18/21 and NSOR - 11/4/21. The file for staff #8, with start date of 9/20/21, lacked a State Police, Child Abuse, FBI, and NSOR clearance on or before initial start date in a child care setting. There is no NSOR clearance on file. Other clearances are on file and dated - State Police - 11/10/21, Child Abuse - 11/10/21, and FBI - 10/27/21. The file for staff #9, with start date of 10/2/20, lacked a disclosure statement on or before initial start date in a child care position. Disclosure is now on file and dated 10/19/20. The file for staff #11, with start date of 8/30/21, lacked a Child Abuse, FBI and NSOR clearance on or before initial start date in a child care position. Clearances are on file and dated - Child Abuse 9/2/21, FBI- 8/31/21 and NSOR - 9/7/21. The file for staff #12, with start date of 8/27/21, lacked a State Police, Child Abuse FBI and NSOR clearance on or before initial start date in a child care position. There is no FBI clearance on file. Other clearances are on file and dated - State Police - 8/30/21, Child Abuse - 9/1/212 and NSOR - 9/8/21.
Corrected by Dec 31, 2021
- Violation
3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii) · A staff person or a substitute staff person shall meet one of the applicable staff qualifications for the position in which the person is performing.A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.
The file for staff #5, who holds the title of assistant group supervisor, lacks 2500 hours of child care experience. The file for staff #7, who holds the title of assistant group supervisor, lacks 1250 hours of child care experience.
Corrected by Dec 31, 2021
- Violation
3270.77(a) · Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.
In the indoor gross motor play space, observed an area of peeling paint, which was approximately 4 inches wide on the bottom of the left wall.
Corrected by Dec 6, 2021
- Violation
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 files for children #1. 3, 4 and 5 lacked verification that ongoing vaccinations are in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP.
Corrected by Dec 31, 2021
- Violation
3270.133(5) · Medication shall be stored in accordance with the manufacturer's or health professional's instructions on the original label.
In the Daycare 1 room, observed Dimetap which expired 2/21, Children's Ibuprofen which expired 11/20 and Infant Tylenol which expired 8/21. In the Transition Room, observed Nasal Spray and Children's Motrin which expired 8/21.
Corrected by Dec 6, 2021
- Violation
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) · A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem.A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.
The files for staff #1, 2, and 3 lack a health assessment that was completed within the past 24 months. Dates are as follows: Staff #1 - 4/17/19, Staff #2 - 7/30/19, Staff #3 - 9/24/19. The files for staff # 8 and #11 lacked an initial health assessment which was conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting. Staff #8 - Start date 9/20/21 and health assessment is dated 11/5/21, Staff #11 - Start date 8/30/21 and health assessment is dated 10/4/21.
Corrected by Dec 31, 2021
- Violation
3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3) · An adult health assessment must include tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment. Subsequent tuberculosis screening is not required unless directed by a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department.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 TB screenings on file for staff #6, 8 and 11 were not conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting. Staff #6 start date is 2/2/21 and TB screening is dated 2/4/21. Staff # 8 start date is 9/20/21 and TB screening on file is dated 11/8/21, and staff #11 start date is 8/30/21 and TB screening is dated 10/6/21.
Corrected by Nov 24, 2021
- Violation
3270.192(5) · A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person
The files for staff #5 and 10 lack one written, nonfamily reference. The files for staff #6 and 12 lack two written, nonfamily references.
Corrected by Dec 31, 2021
- Violation
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. Maintain documentation at the facility of proof of purchase of an interconnected fire detection system. Manually test all fire detection devices or systems at least once every thirty days, Document record of testing
Proof of purchase of the facility's interconnected fire detection system was not on file at the facility. There was more than 30 days between manual tests of the fire detection system. Dates are as follows 8/12/21 and 9/25/21. The most recent test on file is dated 11/11/21 and is current.
Corrected by Dec 31, 2021
- Violation
3270.25(a) · The facility's current certificate of compliance shall be posted in a conspicuous location used by parents. The operator shall provide the parent of each child enrolled with information on how to access the regulations in this chapter electronically and with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional child care office.
The operator did not provide the parent of each child enrolled with information on how to access the regulations in this chapter electronically.
Corrected by Nov 24, 2021
- Violation
3270.131(a)/3270.182(1) · The operator shall require the parent of an enrolled child, including a child, a foster child and a relative of an operator or a facility person, to provide an initial health report no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility. A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports.
The file for child #2, with start date of 4/19/21, lacks an initial health assessment within 90 days (regulatory suspensions allowing 90 days) following the first date of attendance at the facility. There is no health assessment on file.
Corrected by Dec 31, 2021
Questions to ask on your tour
Generated from this facility's specific inspection record
- 1The Nov 4, 2025 inspection noted: “The emergency plan did not include a method for facility persons to inform parents that the emergency has ended and to provide instruction as to how parents can…” — what has changed since then?
- 2The May 30, 2025 inspection noted: “The file for Staff #1 contained a Basic Life Support training which is not an approved curriculum of Pediatric First Aid/CPR.” — what has changed since then?
- 3The Nov 27, 2024 inspection noted: “The training for the most recent Pediatric First Aid/CPR Certificate in the file for Staff Person #10 was conducted after the previous certificate had expired.” — what has changed since then?
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