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Philadelphia PA 19122 · License #CER-00250325 · Home-based · Family Child Care Home
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3290.131(b)(2)/3290.181(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.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 4 children's file, and the file for child #1 did not include an updated health report. (last date 12/10/24)
Corrected Corrected by Jan 16, 2026
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3290.32(a)/3290.192(3) · 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 childcare position at the facility.
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE REVIEWED 1 STAFF FILE AND THE FILE FOR STAFF #1 DID NOT INCLUDE A DISCLOSURE FORM.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 15, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3290.123(a) · An agreement shall be signed by the operator and the parent.
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During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 4 children's files and the files of child #2 and child #4 did not include a signature from the parent on the fee agreement.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 15, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3290.123(a)(2) · An agreement shall specify the date on which the fee is to be paid.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 4 children's files, and the agreement form for child #1 did not include a date the fee is to be paid.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 15, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3290.124(b)(4)/3290.182(3) · Emergency contact information must include the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care. A child's record must contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 4 children's file, and the emergency contact forms for child #3, and child #4 did not include a signature for written consent for emergency medical care.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 15, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3290.124(b)(5) · Emergency contact information must include information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant of CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 4 children's files and the file for child #3 did not include information regarding the child's disability/special needs on the emergency contact form.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 15, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3290.131(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.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 4 children's files and child #1 file did not include an updated health report. last report dated 12/20/23
Corrected Corrected by Jan 15, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3290.174(a) · A vehicle shall be insured in accordance with the requirements of 75 Pa.C.S. § § 1701-1799.7 (relating to the Motor Vehicle Financial Responsibility Law).
During the renewal inspection, certification representative conducted a vehicle inspection and the registration for the vehicle to transport children was expired on12/31/24
Corrected Corrected by Jan 15, 2025
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3290.182(4)/3290.182(5) · A child's record must contain signed parental consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs. A child's record must contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 4 children's files and the file for child #3 and child #4 did not include signed parental consent for minor first aid and special diet/medication on the emergency contact form.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 15, 2025
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3290.113(f) · When there is only one operator present in the family child care home and the operator is unable to be physically present with the children because the operator is preparing snacks or meals for children in care or the operator is using the restroom, the operator may comply with the supervision requirement in subsection (a) through the use of an electronic monitor, camera, mirror, or other device or method so the operator can see, hear, direct and assess the children in real time at all times.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative, rang the doorbell at the FCCH and a child in care answered the door for the representative while the provider was nowhere in sight. Upon entering the home provider was in the restroom with the door shut not supervising the three children in care. There were no cameras or other staff supervising the children in care.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 10, 2025
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3290.31(g) · Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (g)1-10.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 1 staff file and the file of staff #1 did not include the 10-hr. health and safety training for families or the update two part health and safety training.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 15, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3290.95(a)/3290.95(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 operator or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements in § 3290.95(a) are met.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative did a facility walkthrough and the facility does not have an interconnected fire alarm system per the Fire Safety Requirements for Certified Child Care Facilities that was issued under announcement C-23-01 on July 25, 2023.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 29, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3290.18 · Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.
Upon reviewing staff 1 file the certification rep. observed staff 1 file and noticed that staff 1 was missing the updated Health and Safety 1 hour training. During the renewal inspection the cert rep requested to see the emergency plan and noticed that continuity of care was not included in the emergency plan.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 24, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3290.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Staff 1 may not work in a childcare position at the facility.
Upon reviewing staff 1 file the certification rep observed that staff 1 was missing an up-to-date mandated reporting training. DOH 3/2008
Corrected Corrected by Mar 22, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3290.75(a) · Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.
During the renewal inspection the certification rep observed peeling paint on the wall under the months of the year chart. as well as the near the window next to the electrical outlet.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 19, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3290.131(d)(4)/3290.131(d)(7) · A health report shall include an assessment of an acute or chronic health problem or special need and recommendations for treatment or services, including information regarding abnormal results of screening tests for vision, hearing or lead poisoning. A health report shall include a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.
During the renewal inspection the certification rep requested to see child 1,2,3 and 4 files and noticed that children's 1 and 2 were both missing free from communicable illness. Child 1 was also missing the health problems question.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 24, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3290.131(d)(5) · A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP.
During the renewal inspection the cert rep requested to see child 3 file and noticed that the child was missing the Rotavirus shot completely, child is missing 1 of 3 of the Pneumococcal shots as well as missing 1 of the three DTP shots according to the recommendation from the ACIP.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 29, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3290.131(d)(8) · A health report shall include a statement that age-appropriate screenings recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics were conducted since the time of the previous health report required by this section.
During the renewal inspection the rep requested to see child 1 file and notice that the health assessment was missing the Dev Screenings.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 24, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3290.123(a)(5) · An agreement shall specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 2/25/22, CHILD 1 AND 5 AGREEMENT DID NOT STATE THE RELEASE PERSON ON THE FORM.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 2, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3290.32(a)/3290.192(3) · Facility employee #1 AND HOUSEHOLD MEMBER 2 must be removed from childcare position by close of business. All required clearances must be obtained before facility person#1 may resume a child care position
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTIONON 2/25/22, INDIVIDUAL 1 (STAFF) AND 2 (HOUSEHOLD MEMBER) FILE HAD EXPIRED FBI CLEARANCES ON FILE.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 7, 2022
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
3290.63 · Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 2/25/22, THERE ELECTRICAL OUTLETS IN THE NAPPING AREA DID NOT HAVE A PROTECTIVE COVER.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 25, 2022
Marked corrected in the state record.
3290.64(a) · 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 kept in a locked area or in an area inaccessible to children, and shall be stored away from food, food preparation areas and child care spaces.
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 2/25/22, THERE WAS LYSOL ON TOP OF FREEZER ACCESSIBLE TO CHILDREN CAUSING A POTENTIAL HAZARD.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 25, 2022
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3290.73(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.
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 2/25/22, THE FIRST AID KIT WAS MISSING SOAP, SCISSORS AND TWEEZERS.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 26, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3290.74(a) · Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play area, shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards.
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 2/25/22, THE FACILITY CLOSET DOORS NEAR THE WASHER AND DRYER WERE NOT ON TRACK WITH THE CLOSET.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 25, 2022
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3290.105(a) · (a) Individual, clean, age-appropriate rest equipment shall be provided for preschool, toddler and infant children as agreed between the parent and the operator. The rest equipment must be labeled with the child's name and used only by the named child while enrolled in the program.
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 2/25/22, THE COTS, MATS AND PACK AND PLAY WERE NOT LABELED.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 26, 2022
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3290.107(c) · Styrofoam cups, bowls and plates may not be used.
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 2/25/22, A CHILD WAS EATING OUT OF A FOAM BOWL.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 26, 2022
Marked corrected in the state record.
3290.24(a)(5) · The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations of infants and toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 2/25/22, THE EMERGENCY PLAND ID NOT PROVIDE FOR ACCOMMODATIONS OF INFANTS AND TODDLERS, CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES AND CHILDREN WITH CHRONIC MEDICAL CONDITIONS.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 2, 2022
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3290.24(g) · 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.
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 2/25/22, THE EMERGENCY PLAN HAS NOT BEEN SENT TO THE COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMTN AGENCY OR THE LOCAL MUNICPALITY.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 9, 2022
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3290.24(a)(1) · The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations for shelter of children during an emergency including lock-down, shelter in place at the facility and shelter at locations away from the facility premises.
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION CONDUCTED ON 2/25/22, THE EMERGENCY PLAN DID NOT STATE THE LOCKDOWN ON THE PLAN.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 2, 2022
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.