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.

Per the facility fire drill log, the last fire drill was conducted on 12/5/24.

Corrected Corrected by Feb 28, 2025

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) · Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. §  1016(c)). The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met. Child care facilities in a commercial space (center and group) must manually test its alarm at least once every 30 days and shall maintain a written record of testing with the facility's fire drill logs.

Per the facility's fire drill and detection log, the last test of the fire detection system was conducted on 12/5/24.

Corrected Corrected by Feb 28, 2025

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.14/3270.21 · A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations. State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. The OCDEL ANNOUNCEMENT C-22-04 requires facility emergency plans to include continuity of operations during and after an emergency that includes continuing daily 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.

During renewal inspection on 7/8/24, the facility's emergency plan does not address continuity of operations.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 9, 2024

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). 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 # 1may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Staff person #1 has been employed in a child care position for more than 45 days and does not have a National Sex Offender Registry (NSOR) certification on file. Staff Person #2 does not have a signed and dated disclosure statement on file.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 9, 2024

Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.66(a) · Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children.

Observed a bottle of Clorox bleach cleaner under the sink in the school age bathroom.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 8, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.131(b)(2) · The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child.

Child #1, a preschool aged child, most recent health assessment on file was dated and signed 6/13/23.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 8, 2024

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.133(5) · Medication shall be stored in accordance with the manufacturer's or health professional's instructions on the original label.

A bottle of children's Motrin in the toddler room had expired 10/2023.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 8, 2024

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.192(2)(ii) · A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.

Staff Person #1 did not have proof of education on file.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 9, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.14/3270.21 · A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations.State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.

During renewal inspection on 7/19/23, facility emergency plan does not address continuity of operations.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 27, 2023

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.27(a)(3)/3270.27(a)(4) · The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for a method for facility persons to contact parents as soon as reasonably possible when an emergency situation arises. The facility 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.

During the renewal inspection on 07/19/23 the facility's emergency plan did not include methods to contact parents or inform parents that the emergency has ended.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 21, 2023

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.65 · Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.

During the renewal inspection on 07/19/23 an uncovered accessible outlet was observed in the Wobbler room near the door.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 19, 2023

Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.75(a)/3270.75(d) · A first-aid kit shall be in a child care space. One first-aid kit per child care group must accompany children and facility persons on excursions from the facility. Each first aid kit taken on an excursion must contain a bottle of water in addition to the items specified at §3270.75(c).

During the renewal inspection on 07/19/23 a first aid kit was not present in the young preschool room and the toddler 2 room. The first aid kit in the toddler 1 room did not contain a bottle of water. Staff acknowledged that this kit was taken outside.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 19, 2023

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.102(c) · Outdoor equipment that requires embedded mounting must be mounted over a loose-fill or unitary playground protective surface covering that meets the recommendations of the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission. The equipment must be anchored firmly and be in good repair.

During renewal inspection on 7/19/23, the rubber mulch under the swings, curly slide, small climber and embedded teeter totter on the preschool/school age playground measured between 2 inches and 4 inches deep. Required depth of rubber mulch is 6 inches.

Corrected Corrected by Aug 21, 2023

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.121(b) · At the time of enrollment, a parent shall receive in writing the facility's general daily schedule, hours for which care is provided, fees, responsibilities for meals, clothing, health policies, supervision policies, night care policies, dismissal policies, transportation and pick-up arrangements.

During the renewal inspection on 07/19/23 the parent handbook did not contain general daily schedule or supervision policy. Director acknowledged that this not given to the parents in writing.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 21, 2023

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.124(e) · A written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency shall be displayed conspicuously in every child care space and shall accompany a staff person who leaves on an excursion with children.

During the renewal inspection on 07/19/23 a written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency was not displayed conspicuously in the toddler 2 child care space.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 19, 2023

Category: transportation. Marked corrected in the state record.

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.

During the renewal inspection on 07/19/23 operator did not provide parents with procedures for accessing the regulations electronically.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 20, 2023

Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) · A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP. The facility shall implement dismissal policies in accordance with the Department of Health regulation in 28 Pa. Code § 27.77 (relating to immunization requirements for children in child care group settings). Child #1 must be dismissed from care by close of business on 07/21/23 and may only return to care when the immunization record is updated or when a parent provides written, signed exemption letter.

During the renewal inspection on 07/20/23 the child #1's immunization record indicates the child does not have the flu vaccine and no exemption letter is in child's file. The child is over six months of age.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 20, 2023

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2) · 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. 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.

During the renewal inspection on 07/19/23, facility person #1 did not receive a health assessment and tb screening at initial hire.

Corrected Corrected by Aug 18, 2023

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.182(7) · A child's record shall contain reports of accidents, injuries and illnesses involving a child in care at the facility. The original report shall be given to the parent on the day of the incident. The second copy of the report shall be retained at the facility in an accident file. The third copy of the report shall be retained at the facility in the child's file.

During the renewal inspection on 07/19/23 the director acknowledged that a copy of accidents, injuries and illnesses reports are not kept in the individual child's files.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 19, 2023

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.192(5) · A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.

During the renewal inspection on 07/19/23, facility person #1 did not have two non-family references non in staff file.

Corrected Corrected by Aug 11, 2023

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

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.

During the renewal inspection on 07/19/23 the emergency plan does not provide information for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 27, 2023

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.102(a) · Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts.

A renewal inspection was conducted on 7/8/22. At that time, exposed bolts were observed on the toddler playground fencing. Bird excrement was observed covering the toddler bench on the toddler playground.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 15, 2022

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL.

A renewal inspection was conducted on 7/8/22. At that time, the staff files were reviewed. The file for Staff Person #2 contained a Child Abuse Clearance for employment dated 6/24/22 that had been requested 6/24/22, after the date of hire for Staff Person #2.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 8, 2022

Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.69(b) · Hot water temperature, in areas accessible to children, may not exceed 110° F.

A renewal inspection was conducted on 7/8/22. At that time, the water in the handwashing sink in the Wobbler Room reached a temperature of 120° F and the water in the handwashing sink in the Infant Room reached a temperature of 115° F.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 22, 2022

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.76 · Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards.

A renewal inspection was conducted on 7/8/22. At that time, water stained ceiling tiles were observed in the young school age bathroom. Holes were observed in the first and second seat of the driver's side of the facility bus.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 22, 2022

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.102(c) · Outdoor equipment that requires embedded mounting must be mounted over a loose-fill or unitary playground protective surface covering that meets the recommendations of the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission. The equipment must be anchored firmly and be in good repair.

A renewal inspection was conducted on 7/8/22. At that time, the rubber mulch under the swings and embedded teeter totter on the preschool/school age playground had been scattered through use and the dirt ground was visible.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 22, 2022

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

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.

A renewal inspection was conducted on 7/8/22. At that time, diapers in plastic packaging was observed in the low cubbies, approximately one foot high, in the toddler 2 room and was accessible to the toddlers in care.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 8, 2022

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.124(b)(6) · Emergency contact information must include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.

A renewal inspection was conducted on 7/8/22. At that time, the emergency contact forms in the school age room for Child #3, Child #4, and Child #5 did not contain health insurance information or policy numbers.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 15, 2022

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.124(e) · A written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency shall be displayed conspicuously in every child care space and shall accompany a staff person who leaves on an excursion with children.

A renewal inspection was conducted on 7/8/22. At that time, a written plan identifying the means of transporting a child in the event of an emergency was not found posted in the facility or in the emergency bags that accompany staff on field trips.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 15, 2022

Category: transportation. Marked corrected in the state record.

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.

A renewal inspection was conducted on 7/8/22. At that time, the emergency contact form and financial agreement for Child #2 was last updated 12/1/21.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 15, 2022

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.131(b)(1) · The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddler

A renewal inspection was conducted on 7/8/22. At that time, the file for Child #2, a young toddler, was reviewed. The date of the last health assessment on file for Child #2 was 8/17/21.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 22, 2022

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2) · 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.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 renewal inspection was conducted on 7/8/22. At that time, the file for Staff Person #1 was reviewed. The file contained a health assessment dated 5/11/22, after the date of hire for Staff Person #1. The file contained TB test results 2/3/17, more than 12 months prior to the date of hire for Staff Person #1.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 22, 2022

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.182(3)/3270.182(5) · A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission.A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission.

A renewal inspection was conducted on 7/8/22. At that time, the file for Child #1 was reviewed. The emergency contact information did not contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care or administration of minor first-aid by staff.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 8, 2022

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.192(5) · A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person

A renewal inspection was conducted on 7/8/22. At that time, the files for Staff Person #3, Staff Person #4, and Staff Person #5 were reviewed. The files did not contain any written, nonfamily references.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 22, 2022

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.31(f)/3270.31(h) · Staff persons shall complete professional development in the following topics within 90 days of hire: All staff persons shall complete the professional development under subsection (f). Staff Persons #1 will have 15 days to complete the required preservice professional development from the date of the request for plans of correction. Until such time that the required training has been completed, the above staff must be supervised by an assistant group supervisor that has completed the required preservice professional development.

An unannounced inspection was conducted on 6/10/22. At that time, the staff files were reviewed for required preservice training for those staff present during the inspection. Staff Person #1 completed preservice training on 9/10/18 using the 6 hour course which is no longer acceptable.

Corrected Corrected by Jun 21, 2022

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

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.

An unannounced visit was conducted on 2.16.22. Fire drill was not conducted every 60 days. The last fire drill documented is dated 12.13.21

Corrected Corrected by Feb 24, 2022

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) · Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. §  1016(c)).The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met.

A unannounced inspection was conducted on 2.16.22. Fire detection devices are in non-compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)).Provider is not testing fire detection devices every 30 days. Last fire detection device check that was documented is dated 12.13.21.

Corrected Corrected by Feb 24, 2022

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.27(a)(3)/3270.27(a)(4) · The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for a method for facility persons to contact parents as soon as reasonably possible when an emergency situation arises. The facility 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 does not provide a method for facility persons to contact parents as soon as reasonably possible when an emergency situation arises nor does the emergency plan provide 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 Corrected by Nov 16, 2021

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.31(f)/3270.31(h) · Staff persons shall complete professional development in the following topics within 90 days of hire: All staff persons shall complete the professional development under subsection (f).

Staff 1 does not have valid health and safety training on file. Staff 1 has basic health and safety training on file from the state of Georgia.

Corrected Corrected by Nov 30, 2021

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL.

Staff 1 - DOH 2.2.2000 - does not have updated mandated reporter training on file. Staff 1 has mandated reporter training on file dated 5.8.15. Staff 2 - DOH - 8.9.21 did not have a fbi clearance at initial hire. Staff 2 has an fbi clearance on file dated 8.27.21.

Corrected Corrected by Nov 30, 2021

Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.66(a)/3270.66(b) · Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children. 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.

At time of renewal, inspector observed toxics (Zep antibacterial and disinfectant, disinfectant wipes) on the same shelf as the oatmeal. Inspector also observed syrup on the shelf below the toxics.

Corrected Corrected by Nov 16, 2021

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.75(a) · A first-aid kit shall be in a child care space.

The young preschool room does not have a first-aid kit within the room.

Corrected Corrected by Nov 16, 2021

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.82(g) · Toilet areas and fixtures shall be cleaned daily and be in good repair.

At time of renewal, the toilet in the school age room is broken and unable to be used. Provider stated it would be fixed immediately.

Corrected Corrected by Nov 16, 2021

Marked corrected in the state record.

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.

At time of renewal inspection, in the pre-k room, inspector observed toddlers mixed in with the preschoolers. Inspector observed match box cars with small tires and other small toys that were accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths. Provider removed items immediately.

Corrected Corrected by Nov 16, 2021

Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.134(a)/3270.152 · A staff person shall ensure that a child's hands are washed before meals and snacks, after toileting and after being diapered.A facility person shall wash his hands before meals and snacks, and after toileting and after diapering a child.

At time of renewal inspection, inspector observed staff 2 changing diapers in the toddler room but staff 2 did not wash staff 2's hands after diapering each child nor did staff 2 wash the children's hands after diapering.

Corrected Corrected by Nov 16, 2021

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.

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.

At time of renewal inspection, inspector observed staff 2 changing diapers. Staff 2 did not clean after each use by wiping the surface with a sanitizing solution or by changing a pad or other surface covering.

Corrected Corrected by Nov 16, 2021

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2) · 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.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 3 - DOH - 3.1.21 - did not receive a health assessment and tb screening at initial hire. Staff 3 has a health assessment and tb screening on file dated 6.14.21.

Corrected Corrected by Nov 16, 2021

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

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 does not provide accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.

Corrected Corrected by Nov 30, 2021

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.52 · When children are grouped in mixed age levels, the age of the youngest child in the group determines the staff:child ratio and maximum group size in accordance with the requirements in § 3270.51 (relating to similar age level). The required staff:child ratios must be maintained at all times.

When conducting a supervision check on 8.13.21, inspector observed 14 children and 1 staff in the school aged room. The youngest ch was 6 years old.

Corrected Corrected by Aug 13, 2021

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.