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Miles Of Smiles Family Daycare Llc
1800 W State St, New Castle PA 16101 · License #CER-00246465 · Child Care Center
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- (724) 965-8604
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- 1800 W State St, New Castle PA 16101 · Directions
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- 1-Star quality rating
- Accepts Child Care Works subsidy
- Licensed for 85 children
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Violations per inspection, 3-yrInspection history & violations
Source: Pennsylvania DHS, Office of Child Development and Early Learning- 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 have information on how to access the regulations posted in a conspicuous location.
Corrected by Sep 16, 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.
The files for child #2 and #5, enrolled more than 60 days ago, did not contain a health assessment. The files for child #3 and #4's initial health assessments were more than 60 days after enrollment(See LIS Code Sheet). Health assessment date: Child #3-9/6/23, Child #4-11/1/22
Corrected by Sep 30, 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 #1 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 #1, staff person #1 may not work in a child-care
Staff person #1 has not completed the following required pre- service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): PA Required Health and Safety for Centers-Group Child Care Part 1 AND PA Required Health and Safety for Centers-Group Child Care Part 2
Corrected by Sep 30, 2025
- Violation
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # 2 may not work in a child care position at the facility.
Staff #2's file contained an NSOR certificate dated 8/5/2020 which is more than 60 months ago.
Corrected by Sep 16, 2025
- 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.
In the infant room and the main room both first aid kits were missing nonporous gloves. In the back room the first aid kit was missing nonporous gloves, tweezers, scissors.
Corrected by Sep 16, 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.
In the main room along the windowsills dirt and debris was observed.
Corrected by Sep 16, 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.
In the main room under the front window on the right of the room was damaged plaster. The white paint on the white side of the play barn had peeling paint. In the outside play space was peeling paint along the bottom of the building.
Corrected by Sep 30, 2025
- Violation
3270.82(i) · A toilet area, training chair area, diapering area and sink area shall be equipped with a clean, lidded waste receptacle.
Both bathrooms used by children did not contain a lidded waste receptacle.
Corrected by Sep 16, 2025
- Violation
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 cots in the main room were not labeled for use of a specific child.
Corrected by Sep 16, 2025
- Violation
3270.123(a)(2) · An agreement shall specify the date on which the fee is to be paid.
Child #5's financial agreement did not contain the date on which the fee is to be paid.
Corrected by Sep 16, 2025
- 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).
Child #2 and 4's, who have been enrolled for more than 6 months(See LIS Code Sheet), files did not contain child service reports. Child #3's file contained a child service report dated 3/2025 which was more than 6 months after date of enrollment.
Corrected by Sep 30, 2025
- Violation
3270.123(a)(5) · An agreement shall specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
Child #5's financial agreement did not contain the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
Corrected by Sep 16, 2025
- Violation
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 #3's financial agreement did not contain the date of the child's admission.
Corrected by Sep 16, 2025
- Violation
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 #4's file did not contain written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care.
Corrected by Sep 16, 2025
- 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.
Child #1 and 5's files did not contain 3 addresses of the individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. Child #2's file did not contain 5 addresses of the individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Corrected by Sep 16, 2025
- 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.
In the back room the emergency transportation was not posted.
Corrected by Sep 30, 2025
- Violation
3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) · The parent shall update in writing emergency contact information once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information. A parent is required to review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information.
The most recent 6 month review signature for the emergency contact form on file for Child #2, #3, #4, and #5, is dated more than 6 months after the previous 6 month review signature. Child #2-8/13/24, Child #3-6/19/23, Child #4-4/19/22, and Child #5-8/22/24
Corrected by Sep 16, 2025
- Violation
3270.131(b)(2)/3270.181(c) · 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 parent is required to review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information.
Child #4's two most recent health assessments are dated 11/1/22 and 8/27/24 which is more than 12 months apart.
Corrected by Sep 16, 2025
- Violation
3270.131(e) · The facility may not accept or retain an infant 2 months of age or older, a toddler or a preschool child at the facility for more than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility unless the parent provides written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of the dates (month, day and year) the child was administered immunizations in accordance with the recommendations of the ACIP.
The file for Child #2 and #5, enrolled more than 60 days ago, does not include an immunization record.
Corrected by Sep 30, 2025
- Violation
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 945am in the main room the staff did not make sure the children washed their hands before snack.
Corrected by Sep 16, 2025
- 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.
Staff #3's initial health assessment dated 6/25/25 was after date of hire(See LIS Code Sheet).
Corrected by Sep 16, 2025
- 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 most recent 6-month review signature for the financial agreement on file for Child #2, #3, #4, and #5, is dated more than 6 months after the previous 6-month review signature. Child #2-8/13/24, Child #3-6/19/23, Child #4-4/19/22, and Child #5-8/22/24
Corrected by Sep 16, 2025
- Violation
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 #4's file did not contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.
Corrected by Sep 16, 2025
- 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 file for staff person #1 lacked initial emergency plan training (See LIS Code Sheet).
Corrected by Jul 7, 2025
- 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.
The file for staff person #1 who was hired as an assistant group supervisor on (See LIS Code Sheet) lacked a signed and dated disclosure statement.
Corrected by Jul 7, 2025
- Violation
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 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting (See LIS Code Sheet). The health assessment in the file was dated 6/25/25 and the TB test was dated 6/27/25.
Corrected by Jun 27, 2025
- Violation
3270.52 · **The Legal Entity will arrange for all staff to complete a minimum of 2 hours of online training on staff child ratios. The training will be submitted to the regional office for approval prior to scheduling. Proof of training will be submitted upon completion.
**At approximately 11:03am staff person #1 left the main room to take one child to the bathroom. This left staff person #2 out of ratio with 2 Preschoolers, 3 Older toddlers, and 2 Young toddlers.
Corrected by Mar 3, 2025
- Violation
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). The required staff:child ratios must be maintained at all times.
*At approximately 11:03am staff person #1 left the main room to take one child to the bathroom. This left staff person #2 out of ratio with 2 Preschoolers, 3 Older toddlers, and 2 Young toddlers.
Corrected by Mar 3, 2025
- Violation
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 back room on the table accessible to children there was an open bottle of hand sanitizer and disinfectant wipes that stated keep out of reach of children. In the infant room in the unlocked 3 draw unit was Desitin diaper cream which stated keep out of reach of children, accessible to children.
Corrected by Feb 11, 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.
In the outside space the gate on the fence was broken and hanging by the top hinges.
Corrected by Feb 21, 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.
In the main room on the lower part of the purple wall was a hole exposing damaged plaster.
Corrected by Feb 11, 2025
- Violation
3270.82(e) · Toilets and sinks shall be at proper heights for children using them or shall be easily approached by means of platforms or steps.
In the infant room there was no step stool, so the teacher was holding children up to the sink to wash their hands.
Corrected by Feb 11, 2025
- 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 fire drill log contained the date of the last drill being completed on 11/18/24 which is more than 60 days ago.
Corrected by Feb 11, 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 10/7/24-11/18/24 which are more than 30 days apart, and it has also been more than 30 days since the alarm was last tested.
Corrected by Feb 11, 2025
- 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.
Second citation previously cited on 9/10/24. The emergency plan did not address the continuity of operations.
Corrected by Nov 11, 2024
- Violation
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.
Second citation previously cited on 9/10/24. The letter that is provided to the parent of each enrolled parent explaining the emergency procedures did not contain the method to contact parent when an emergency occurs, method to inform parents emergency has ended and instructions for how to safely be reunited with their children, and accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
Corrected by Nov 11, 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.
Second Citation previously cited on 9/10/24. The file for Staff #7 did not contain a health assessment.
Corrected by Nov 11, 2024
- Violation
3270.37(c) · An aide or a combination of aides shall be supervised at all times by a staff person qualified at minimum as an assistant group supervisor.
Staff #7, who was identified as an aide, was observed to be working in the infant room without supervision.
Corrected by Oct 31, 2024
- 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 emergency plan did not address the continuity of operations.
Corrected by Oct 7, 2024
- Violation
3270.27(b) · The operator shall review the emergency plan at least annually and update the plan as needed. The operator shall document in writing each review and update of the emergency plan and kept on file at the facility.
The facility did not have proof that the emergency plan was reviewed annually.
Corrected by Sep 27, 2024
- Violation
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 that is provided to the parent of each enrolled parent explaining the emergency procedures did not contain the method to contact parent when an emergency occurs, method to inform parents emergency has ended and instructions for how to safely be reunited with their children, and accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
Corrected by Oct 31, 2024
- 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.
Staff #1 file contained fire safety training that was dated 8/10/24, which was more than 12 months after date of hire (See LIS Code Sheet).
Corrected by Oct 31, 2024
- Violation
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services).
The file for staff #3 contained a disclosure statement that was signed, but it was missing a date and witness signature. The file for Staff #6 contained an NSOR clearance dated 7/17/24 which is more than 45 days after date of hire(See LIS Code Sheet), and a disclosure statement that was only signed but not dated or witnessed.
Corrected by Oct 31, 2024
- Violation
3270.37(b)(1)/3270.192(2)(ii) · An aide shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate. 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 #7 did not contain proof of a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate.
Corrected by Oct 31, 2024
- 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.
On 9/10/24 at approximately 11:55am it was observed that 2 young toddlers in the main room toddler area were asleep in pack and plays and left unsupervised.
Corrected by Oct 31, 2024
- Violation
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 SA/PS room on the table next to the TV accessible to children was hand sanitizer, disinfecting wipes, and a container that contained sunscreen. Each stated to keep out of reach of children.
Corrected by Oct 31, 2024
- Violation
3270.71 · Hot water pipes and other sources of heat exceeding 110° F that are accessible to children shall be equipped with protective guards or shall be insulated to prevent direct contact.
In the SA/PS room in the green dino bathroom the hot water in the sink that the children use was 117.6 degrees.
Corrected by Oct 31, 2024
- 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.
In the SA/PS room the first aid kit only contained 1 band aid.
Corrected by Oct 31, 2024
- 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.
The window edge on the left side of the barn had a rough edge. The red wall in the eating area had a white substance running down it. The ceiling tile with a vent in it in the hallway near the eating area was cracked and hanging down from the ceiling. The outside white gate to the play area the hinge on the bottom was detached and the upper hinge had been damaged and was loose. In the green dino bathroom in the SA/PS room the toilet bolts were exposed.
Corrected by Oct 31, 2024
- Violation
3270.77(a) · Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.
On the windowsills of the play barn is peeling paint. On the outside of the red toddler area on the corner was peeling paint and damaged plaster. Inside the red toddler area was peeling paint near the entrance of the area. In the eating area on the green wall and the red wall was peeling paint. There was peeling paint long the bottom of the garage door in the play space.
Corrected by Oct 31, 2024
- 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.
In the teal bathroom in the SA/PS room a handwashing sign was missing near the toilet. In the green dino bathroom a handwashing sign was missing near the toilet.
Corrected by Oct 31, 2024
- Violation
3270.82(i) · A toilet area, training chair area, diapering area and sink area shall be equipped with a clean, lidded waste receptacle.
In the teal bathroom in the SA/PS room a lidded trash can was not present.
Corrected by Oct 31, 2024
- 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 outside play space, there was a climber that was missing its slide. This caused it to be unstable when in use. The changing mat in the toddler area was ripped and exposing foam not in good repair.
Corrected by Oct 31, 2024
- Violation
3270.103 · 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.
Inside the play barn in which toddler were playing small pieces of play food with diameter of less than an inch was observed accessible to children still placing objects in their mouth.
Corrected by Oct 31, 2024
- Violation
3270.104(a) · Furniture must be durable, safe, easily cleaned and appropriate for the child's size, age and special needs.
In the main room the taller shelves with buckets were not attached to the wall to make them stable and unable to tip over.
Corrected by Oct 31, 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.
In the main area toddler area, the 4 pack and plays did not have 2 ft on 3 sides while in use.
Corrected by Oct 31, 2024
- Violation
3270.113(a) · Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises.
On 9/10/24 at approximately 11:55am it was observed that 2 young toddlers in the main room toddler area were asleep and pack and plays and left unsupervised.
Corrected by Oct 31, 2024
- Violation
3270.113(a)(1) · Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises.
On 9/10/24 at approximately 11:55am it was observed that 2 young toddlers in the main room toddler area were asleep and pack and plays and left unsupervised.
Corrected by Oct 31, 2024
- Violation
3270.123(a) · An agreement shall be signed by the operator and the parent.
Child #2's financial agreement did not contain the operator or parent signature.
Corrected by Oct 31, 2024
- Violation
3270.123(a)(1) · An agreement shall specify the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week.
Child #2, 3, and 5's file did not include the fee amount on their financial agreement.
Corrected by Oct 31, 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).
Child #1, 2, 3, and 4's file did not contain a child service report.
Corrected by Oct 31, 2024
- Violation
3270.123(a)(5) · An agreement shall specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
Child #2's financial agreement did not contain the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
Corrected by Oct 31, 2024
- Violation
3270.124(b)(2) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.
Child #1 file did not contain the telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care. Child #2 file did not contain the address of the child's physician or source of medical care.
Corrected by Oct 31, 2024
- Violation
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 #4's file did not contain written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care.
Corrected by Oct 31, 2024
- 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.
Child #4's file did not contain a policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits.
Corrected by Oct 31, 2024
- 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.
Child #1 file was missing 2 addresses of the individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. Child #2 file was missing the addresses for the individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. Child #4's file was missing 1 address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Corrected by Oct 31, 2024
- Violation
3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) · The parent shall update in writing emergency contact information once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information. A parent is required to review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information.
The file for Child #1 does not include a 6 month update signature for the emergency contact form which is more than 6 months since enrollment(See LIS Code Sheet). Child #2 file most recent 6-month review for the emergency contact form was dated 2/17/23 which is more than 6 months ago. Child #3 file most recent 6-month review for the emergency contact form was dated 6/1/23 which is more than 6 months ago. Child #4's file most recent 6-month review for the emergency contact form was dated 11/8/23 which is more than 6 months ago. Child #5's file most recent 6-month review for the emergency contact form was dated 6/23/23 which is more than 6 months ago.
Corrected by Oct 31, 2024
- Violation
3270.131(b)(2)/3270.181(c) · 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 parent is required to review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information.
Child #2, a preschool age child(See LIS Code Sheet), most recent health assessment is dated 2/17/23 which is more than 12 months ago.
Corrected by Oct 31, 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 on file for Child #4, who is an older toddler age child (See LIS Code Sheet), includes 3 of 4 DTAP vaccines recommended by the ACIP for a child this age; 1 of 2 Hepatitis A vaccines recommended by the ACIP for a child this age.
Corrected by Oct 31, 2024
- Violation
3270.135(b) · Diaper changing surfaces shall be cleaned after each use by wiping the surface with a sanitizing solution or by changing a pad or other surface covering.
In the infant room it was observed that an infant was being changed on a cloth changing station that was part of a pack and play. No surface covering was available at the time, and it was unable to be properly sanitized.
Corrected by Oct 31, 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 2 most recent health assessments on file for Staff #2 were dated 6/28/21 and 10/11/23, more than 24 months apart. The 2 most recent health assessments on file for Staff #4 were dated 2/9/22 and 8/16/24, which is more than 24 months apart. The 2 most recent health assessments for Staff #5 were dated 2/13/22 and 8/16/24. The initial health assessment on file for Staff #6 is dated 12/4/23 which is after date of hire(See LIS Code Sheet). The file for Staff #7 did not contain a health assessment.
Corrected by Oct 31, 2024
- 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 for Staff #7 was observed not to contain documentation of a Tuberculosis test.
Corrected by Oct 31, 2024
- Violation
3270.166(1) · A written statement giving the formula and feeding schedule for an infant shall be obtained from the parent.
There was no written statement giving formula and feeding schedule obtained from the parents for enrolled infants.
Corrected by Oct 31, 2024
- Violation
3270.166(4) · Disposable nursers and bottles shall be labeled with the child's name.
In the infant room 2 bottles were observed to not be labeled with the infant's name.
Corrected by Oct 31, 2024
- 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 file for Child #1 does not include a 6 month update signature for the Financial agreement which is more than 6 months since enrollment(See LIS Code Sheet). Child #2 file does not contain an initial or update signature on the financial agreement. Child #3 file most recent 6-month review for the emergency contact form was dated 6/1/23 which is more than 6 months ago. Child #4's file most recent 6-month review for the financial agreement was dated 11/8/23 which is more than 6 months ago. Child #5's file most recent 6-month review for the financial agreement was dated 6/23/23 which is more than 6 months ago.
Corrected by Oct 31, 2024
- Violation
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 #4's file did not contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child.
Corrected by Oct 31, 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 files for Staff #6 and 7 did not contain 2 written nonfamily references.
Corrected by Oct 31, 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 fire alarm testing log contained the following dates 8/9/24-9/10/24, which is more than 30 days apart.
Corrected by Oct 31, 2024
- 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 have their certificate of compliance posted in a conspicuous location used by parents. It was filed away in office. The operator did not have information posted for how to access the regulations electronically and instructions for contacting the appropriate regional child care office.
Corrected by Oct 31, 2024
- Violation
3270.27(f) · The operator shall send a copy of the emergency plan and subsequent plan updates to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.
The operator did not have proof of sending the emergency plan and subsequent plan updates to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.
Corrected by Oct 31, 2024
- Violation
3270.31(e) · A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.
The file for Staff #2 includes 2 of 12 required annual training hours completed between 6/3/23-6/3/24. The file for Staff #4 includes 4 of 12 required annual training hours completed between 6/3/23-6/3/24. The file for Staff #5 includes 5 of 12 required annual training hours completed between 6/3/23-6/3/24.
Corrected by Oct 31, 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.
Child #1's file who has been enrolled more than 60 days(See LIS Code Sheet) did not contain a health assessment. Child #3 initial health assessment was received more than 60 days after enrollment(See LIS Code Sheet).
Corrected by Oct 31, 2024
- 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 Person #1 contained a mandated reporter training dated 9/28/18, more than 60 months prior.
Corrected by Sep 5, 2024
- Violation
3270.95(a) · 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 facility's fire detection log documented testing between 4/2/24-5/10/24 and 5/10/24-6/14/24, more than 30 days apart.
Corrected by Sep 5, 2024
- 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 school age room lacked soap, gauze pads, tweezers, scissors and gloves.
Corrected by Nov 24, 2023
- 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 in the file for Child #3 did not include the release person's address.
Corrected by Nov 24, 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. Until such time as the required pre-service trainings are completed, staff person #4 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 person(s) available to supervise staff person #4, staff person #4 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.
Staff person #4 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #4 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: 10-hour Health and Safety Training.
Corrected by Oct 13, 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's emergency plan did not include requirements for volunteer emergency preparedness training, practice drills and continuity of operations (backing up or retrieving health and other key records/files and managing financial issues such as paying employees and bills during the aftermath of the disaster) to maintain compliance with 45 CFR § 98.41(a)(1)(vii)
Corrected by Nov 24, 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 did not have a written policy for shaken baby syndrome, abusive head trauma, child maltreatment and strategies for coping with a crying, fussing, or distraught child.
Corrected by Nov 24, 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 one-hour health and safety updates in the files for Staff Person #1, #2, #4 and #5 were conducted after the prescribed timeframe of 12/30/23. The file for Staff Person #3 did not include documentation of the one-hour health and safety update.
Corrected by Nov 13, 2023
- 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 most recent emergency plan training in the files for Staff Person #2, 4 and 5, exceeded 12 months between trainings.
Corrected by Oct 13, 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.
The files for Staff Person #2 and #3 did not include documentation of annual fire safety training conducted within the past 12 months. The most recent annual fire safety trainings in the file for Staff Person #4 exceeded 12 months between trainings. The first fire safety training in the file for Staff Person #5 as conducted more than 12 months after the staff person's start date. (See LIS Code Sheet).
Corrected by Nov 24, 2023
- Violation
3270.31(f) · Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10.
The pediatric first aid/CPR certification in the files for Staff Person #1 and #6 was conducted more than 90 days after the staff person's start date. (See LIS Code Sheet).
Corrected by Oct 13, 2023
- Violation
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 #4 and 6 will have until 10/28/23 to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #4 and 6 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 #4 and 6, staff person #4 and 6 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.
Staff person #4 and #6 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire: 10-hour Health and Safety Training (see LIS code sheet):
Corrected by Oct 28, 2023
- 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 #3, 4, 6 and 7 may not work in a child care position at the facility.
The file for Staff Person #3 did not include an FBI Clearance conducted within the past 60 months. The file for Staff Person #4 did not include a State Police, Child Abuse or FBI Clearance conducted within the past 60 months. The file for Staff Person #6 did not include documentation of an NSOR Certificate. The State Police, FBI and NSOR Certificates in the file for Staff Person #7 were conducted more than 45 days after the staff person's first day in child care. The file for Staff Person #7, who has lived out of state in the past five years, did not include the required clearances for Ohio.
Corrected by Oct 13, 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 files for Staff Person #2, 3 and 5 did not include an evaluation conducted within the past 12 months.
Corrected by Nov 24, 2023
- 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 protruding bolts at the bases of the toilets in the two school age bathrooms. Observed flaking ceiling tiles in the girl's bathroom. Observed a loose ceiling tile near the bathroom of the school age room and discoloration from water damage on three ceiling tiles in the main room. The double-doors to the squared off office area in the main room where not secure, which creates a potential pinch hazard.
Corrected by Nov 24, 2023
- 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 by the window and along the bottom of the walls in the outdoor play space.
Corrected by Nov 24, 2023
- Violation
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.
The diaper changing area in the squared off infant area was not near a source of running water.
Corrected by Nov 24, 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.
Observed a cracked Stanley Junior playset in the outdoor play space.
Corrected by Nov 24, 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 files for Child #3 and #4 who have been enrolled for more than 6 months, did not include child service reports.
Corrected by Nov 24, 2023
- Violation
3270.123(a)(5) · An agreement shall specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
The fee agreement in the file for Child #1 did not specify the release persons.
Corrected by Nov 24, 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 for Child #4, a young toddler, did not include an updated health report conducted within the past 6 months.
Corrected by Nov 24, 2023
- 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). Child # 1 and 2 must be dismissed from care by close of business 10/13/23 and may only return to care when the immunization record is updated or when a parent provides a written, signed exemption letter.
The most recent immunization record in the file for Child #1, a 7 month old infant, did not include documentation of 4 and 6 month immunizations recommended by the CDC or a letter of exemption from the parent or physician. The most recent immunization record in the file for Child #2 did not include documentation of a flu shot administered within the past year or a letter of exemption from the parent or physician.
Corrected by Oct 13, 2023
- 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 #2 exceeded 24 months between assessments. The file for Staff Person #5 did not include an updated health assessment conducted within the past 24 months. The initial health assessments in the files for Staff Person #6 and #7 were conducted after the staff person's first day working in child care. The file for Staff Person #8 did not include an initial health assessment.
Corrected by Nov 24, 2023
- Violation
3270.151(c)(3)/3270.151(c)(5) · An adult health assessment must include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination. An adult health assessment must include the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care.
The most current health assessments in the files for Staff Person #3, 4 and 6 do not include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination and the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care.
Corrected by Nov 24, 2023
- Violation
3270.171(c) · Written notification of safe routes shall be posted by the operator at a conspicuous location in the child care facility.
Pickup and drop-off procedures were not posted in a conspicuous location at the facility.
Corrected by Nov 24, 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 fee agreement in the file for Child #3, who has been enrolled for more than 6 months, had not been updated by the parent. The first parent updates for the emergency contact form and fee agreement in the files for Child #4 and #5 were conducted more than 6 months after the child's first day in attendance.
Corrected by Nov 24, 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 for Staff Person #8, an assistant group supervisor, did not include documentation of a high school diploma or GED.
Corrected by Nov 24, 2023
- Violation
3270.27(a)(6) · Emergency drills shall be conducted annually. Annual emergency drills shall be documented and on file at the facility.
An emergency annual drill was not conducted or documented within the past 12 months.
Corrected by Nov 24, 2023
- Violation
3270.27(f) · The operator shall send a copy of the emergency plan and subsequent plan updates to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.
The facility did not have documentation that the emergency plan had been sent to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.
Corrected by Nov 24, 2023
- Violation
3270.31(e) · A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.
The files for Staff Person #2, 3, and 4 did not include documentation of any annual hours of training for the period 6/3/22-6/3/23. The file for Staff Person #5 contained documentation of 6.5. hours of annual hours of training.
Corrected by Nov 15, 2023
- Violation
3270.171(a) · An operator shall notify local traffic safety authorities annually in writing of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the child care facility.
An annual letter notifying local traffic safety authorities of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the child care facility was not on file.
Corrected by Nov 24, 2023
- Violation
3270.65 · Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.
An unused, unprotected electrical outlet was observed in an area accessible to children in the infant room.
Corrected by Nov 14, 2022
- 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.
An exposed nail was observed protruding from a half-door in an area accessible to children in the eating area. Also observed in the eating area were several staples protruding from the wall in an area accessible to children. Contact with said areas could result in laceration or puncture injuries.
Corrected by Nov 14, 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 file for Child #5 contained an emergency contact form that did not include the addresses of two listed persons to whom the enrolled child can be released.
Corrected by Nov 18, 2022
- Violation
3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) · The parent shall update in writing emergency contact information once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information. A parent is required to review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information.
The files for Child #1, #2, and #3 did not contain signature of parents indicating that the agreements and emergency contact documents for each child had been reviewed.
Corrected by Nov 14, 2022
- Violation
3270.131(d)(5) · A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP.
The files for Child #1 and #4 contained immunization records that did not include documentation on an influenza vaccine in the past 12 months as recommended by the ACIP.
Corrected by Dec 2, 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 located in the infant room being used for diaper disposal was not a hands-free can.
Corrected by Nov 15, 2022
- 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.
The file for Staff #2 contained documentation that her TB test results were read after her first date in a childcare position.
Corrected by Nov 14, 2022
- Violation
3270.192(2)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iv) · 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 acceptable verification of experience, education or training is a transcript or a diploma or a letter signed by a representative of the experiential, educational or training entity.
The file for Staff #2 did not contain documentation of the completion of high school or a GED.
Corrected by Nov 18, 2022
- 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 #1 and #3 did not contain two written, nonfamily references.
Corrected by Nov 18, 2022
- Violation
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person #1 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. Facility Person # 1 may not work in a child care position at the facility.
The file for Staff #1 contained an incomplete FBI Criminal History Clearance. Staff #1 may not work in the facility until such time as a complete FBI Clearance is obtained.
Corrected by Jun 3, 2022
- 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.
A wooden playhouse structure located in an area accessible to children in care was observed to have a broken piece of wooden trim positioned on the outside of the structure framing an open faux window. Three approximately 3" in diameter holes were observed in areas accessible to children in care on the vinyl fence enclosing the outdoor space. The edges of said holes were somewhat jagged and sharp. Contact with either the holes in the fence or the broken edge of the trim piece could cause laceration and/or puncture injuries.
Corrected by Jun 2, 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.
Two nearly floor to door top glass entry doors and two identically sized, adjacent sidelights were observed to lack visual identifiers, which would assist in preventing a child from walking/running into the glass, which could cause a blunt force injury.
Corrected by Jun 2, 2022
- 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.
An approximately 4' x 3' activity table in an area accessible to children in care in the main child care space was observed to have loose legs, which cause the table to wobble and shift when pressure was applied. As the table shifted, visible space would open and close at the areas where the tabletop met the table legs causing pinch points at each of the four corners of the table.
Corrected by Jun 2, 2022
- Violation
3270.182(5) · A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission.
The file for Child #1 contained an emergency contact form that did not include parental consent for the administration of minor first-aid procedures.
Corrected by Jun 3, 2022
Questions to ask on your tour
Generated from this facility's specific inspection record
- 1The Sep 5, 2025 inspection noted: “The operator did not have information on how to access the regulations posted in a conspicuous location.” — what has changed since then?
- 2The Jun 3, 2025 inspection noted: “The file for staff person #1 lacked initial emergency plan training (See LIS Code Sheet).” — what has changed since then?
- 3The Jan 29, 2025 inspection noted: “**At approximately 11:03am staff person #1 left the main room to take one child to the bathroom. This left staff person #2 out of ratio with 2 Preschoolers, 3…” — what has changed since then?
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