3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · Facility Person #--- may not work in a child care position at the facility.

The file of staff person #1 doh (see lis code sheet), did not include a request for NSOR history information as required under the CPSL.

Corrected Corrected by May 7, 2025

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

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

At the time of inspection, certification representative observed the hot water temperature in a bathroom accessible to children, exceeding 110° F.

Corrected Corrected by May 7, 2025

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

3270.72(d) · Windows or doors above the ground floor that open directly to the outdoors and are accessible to children shall be constructed, modified or adapted to limit the opening to 6 or fewer inches.

At the time of inspection, certification representative observed the window in the bathroom on the second floor accessible to children, opening above 6 inches.

Corrected Corrected by May 23, 2025

Category: physical safety. 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.

At the time of inspection, certification representative observed that the floor and wall was damaged in the first classroom on the second floor, the rugs in the first classroom on the second floor were not kept clean, the carpet on the top step leading to the second floor was not in good repair, the door in the first classroom on the first floor was not in good repair and in the outside play space was not kept clean.

Corrected Corrected by Jun 6, 2025

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

3270.124(b)(7) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

At the time of inspection, the emergency contact information for child #1,2,3,4 and 5 did not include the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

Corrected Corrected by May 23, 2025

Category: recordkeeping. 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.

At the time of inspection, the operator did not have an updated health report for child #4.

Corrected Corrected by May 27, 2025

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

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.

At the time of inspection, staff person #1 did not have verification of valid health assessments.

Corrected Corrected by May 27, 2025

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.181(c) · A parent is required to review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information.

At the time of inspection, the financial agreements for children #1,2,3,4 and 5 were not updated at least once in a 6-month period.

Corrected Corrected by May 23, 2025

Category: recordkeeping. 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.

At the time of inspection, the operator did not maintain a continuous written record documenting that fire drills are conducted at least once every 60 days.

Corrected Corrected by Jun 6, 2025

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

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)).

At the time of inspection, the operator did not maintain a written record of testing all fire detection devices at least once every thirty days.

Corrected Corrected by Jun 6, 2025

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.123(a)(6) · An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission.

At the time of inspection, the agreement for children # 1, 2 and 3 did not specify the date of the children's admission.

Corrected Corrected by May 10, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.107 · A facility shall have an operable, clean refrigerator used to store potentially hazardous foods. The refrigerator shall be capable of maintaining food at 45° F or below. An operating thermometer shall be placed in the refrigerator.

At the time of inspection, the bottom area of the refrigerator was not clean.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 30, 2024

Category: nutrition. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.72(b) · Windows or doors used for ventilation shall be screened when open.

At the time of inspection, the window on the second floor in the afterschool room was not screened.

Corrected Corrected by May 10, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.124(b)(7) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

At the time of inspection, the emergency contact information for children #2 and 3 did not include the address and or telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

Corrected Corrected by May 10, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. 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.

During the renewal inspection on 06/13/23 the file reviewed for staff person #1 did not include verification of childcare experience and education.

Corrected Corrected by Jun 15, 2023

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. Staff person #1 cannot care for children unsupervised.

During the renewal inspection on 06/13/23 the training record reviewed for staff person #1 did not include mandated Health & Safety training.

Corrected Corrected by Jun 14, 2023

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.27(c) · The operator shall assure that each facility person receives training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment, on an annual basis and at the time of each plan update. The operator shall document the date of each training and the names of all facility persons who received the training and kept on file at the facility.

During the renewal inspection on 06/13/23 the training record reviewed for staff person #1 and staff person #2 did not include annual emergency plan training.

Corrected Corrected by Jun 15, 2023

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.31(e)(4)(ii) · Staff persons shall participate, at least annually, in firesafety training conducted by a fire protection professional. Staff persons and volunteers shall receive training in maintenance of smoke detectors, the duties of facility persons during a fire drill and during a fire and the use of the facility's fire extinguishers, not including discharge of the fire suppressant agent.

During the renewal on 06/13/23 the training record reviewed for staff person #1 and staff person #2 did not include annual fire safety training.

Corrected Corrected by Jun 20, 2023

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Staff Person #2 may not work in a childcare position at the facility. Staff person #1 may not work with children unsupervised.

During the renewal inspection on 06/13/23 the file reviewed for staff person #2 contained a DHS FBI clearance dated 09/29/17 which is more than 60 months old. There is no application in the file for an updated DHS FBI clearance. File reviewed for staff person #2 did not contain mandated reporter training and disclosure statement.

Corrected Corrected by Jun 22, 2023

Category: supervision. 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 06/13/23 missing electrical outlets were observed in hallway on 1st floor and Room C on 2nd floor.

Corrected Corrected by Jun 15, 2023

Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.67(c) · Evidence of infestation of insects or rodents in the facility is not permitted.

During the renewal inspection on 06/13/23 mouse feces was observed in a cabinet with school supplies located in Room B.

Corrected Corrected by Jun 30, 2023

Marked corrected in the state record.

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

During the renewal inspection on 06/13/23 Room B on first floor did not have a first aid kit.

Corrected Corrected by Jun 15, 2023

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

3270.75(c) · A first-aid kit must contain the following: soap, an assortment of adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, tweezers, tape, scissors and disposable, nonporous gloves.

During the renewal inspection on 06/13/23 the first aid kit located in Room A on the 1st floor was missing gauze, tweezers and soap. The first aid kit located in PreK 4 was missing tweezers and scissors. The first aid kit located in PreK 3 was missing tape.

Corrected Corrected by Jun 15, 2023

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.

During the renewal inspection on 06/13/23 there was trim detached with exposed nails observed in Room A by back door. Peeling flooring was observed in Room C. Protruding nails were observed on door in Room D.

Corrected Corrected by Jun 30, 2023

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

3270.77(a) · Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.

During the renewal inspection on 06/13/23 in Room A peeling paint was observed on the wall by back door and peeling material was observed on heater. In Room D peeling paint was observed on the wall and door.

Corrected Corrected by Jun 26, 2023

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.

During the renewal inspection on 06/13/23 the sink located in Room A was leaking with water observed underneath the sink. Fixture on sink was also in need of repair.

Corrected Corrected by Jun 14, 2023

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

3270.82(i) · A toilet area, training chair area, diapering area and sink area shall be equipped with a clean, lidded waste receptacle.

During the renewal inspection on 06/13/23 the toilet area in Room A did not contain a lidded waste receptacle.

Corrected Corrected by Jun 15, 2023

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

3270.111(b) · The written plan of daily activities shall be posted in the group space.

During the renewal inspection on 06/13/23 daily schedule was not posted in Room A and Room D.

Corrected Corrected by Jun 14, 2023

Category: physical safety. 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 06/13/23 no emergency transportation plan was posted in Room C.

Corrected Corrected by Jun 14, 2023

Category: transportation. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.181(c) · A parent is required to review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information.

During the renewal inspection on 06/13/23 the file reviewed for child #1, child #2, child #3, child #4 and child #5 did not contain fee agreement. Emergency contact form reviewed for child #2 was not reviewed within 6-month time period.

Corrected Corrected by Jun 30, 2023

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.192(1)/3270.192(2)(i) · A facility person's record shall include the name, address and telephone number of the facility person. A facility person's record shall include verification of age.

During the renewal inspection on 06/13/23 the file reviewed for staff person #1 did not include identification to confirm name, address, and verification of age.

Corrected Corrected by Jun 15, 2023

Category: recordkeeping. 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 06/13/23 file reviewed for staff person #1 did not include two written, non-family references.

Corrected Corrected by Jun 15, 2023

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.15(a)/3270.15(b) · A certificate of compliance will not be granted by the Department until the legal entity provides a certificate of occupancy as proof of compliance with the applicable requirements of the Department of Labor and Industry in 34 Pa. Code § 403.23 (relating to child day care facilities) and under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)). The legal entity shall maintain ongoing compliance with the applicable requirements prescribed by the Department of Labor and Industry in 34 Pa. Code § 403.23 and under section 1016(c) of the act at all times following issuance of any certificate of compliance issued by the Department under this chapter.

During the renewal inspection on 06/13/23 certificate of occupancy was not provided for review.

Corrected Corrected by Jun 14, 2023

Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.27(a)(6) · Emergency drills shall be conducted annually. Annual emergency drills shall be documented and on file at the facility.

During the renewal inspection on 06/13/23 documentation of annual emergency drill was not provided for review.

Corrected Corrected by Jun 15, 2023

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

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.

During the renewal inspection on 06/13/23 documentation of emergency plan being sent to local municipality and emergency management agency was not provided for review.

Corrected Corrected by Jun 22, 2023

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

3270.131(a)/3270.131(b)(2) · The operator shall require the parent of an enrolled child, including a child, a foster child and a relative of an operator or a facility person, to provide an initial health report no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility. The 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 on 06/13/23 the file reviewed for child #1 did not include updated health assessment. Health assessment reviewed was dated 05/18/22. There was no health assessment on file for child #3, child #4 and child #5.

Corrected Corrected by Jun 26, 2023

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

3270.21 · Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.

Cubbies were not securely mounted in PK-4 classroom creating a potential tip over hazard.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 18, 2022

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

3270.27(c) · The operator must 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 review of the files for Staff persons # 1, #2, #3 and #4 did not contain proof of training in the facility's emergency plan.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 15, 2022

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.151(c)(1)/3270.192(3) · An adult health assessment must include a physical examination. A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.

A review of staff records for Staff Person #2 and Staff Person #4 did not include current health assessments.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 25, 2022

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

3270.31(g) · Completion of professional development shall be documented by the signature and title of a representative of the professional development entity and include the date professional development was completed. Documentation shall be retained in the facility person's file or maintained in an electronic system as designated by the Department.

Staff person #1 file contained the 6 hour Health Safety training taken after 6/30/2018 that don't meet the training requirement.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 14, 2022

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

3270.33(d) · One or more facility persons competent in pediatric first-aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation techniques shall be at the facility when one or more children are in care.

A review of the files for Staff person # 1, Staff person #2 and Staff Person # 3 did not include proof of Pediatric First-Aid/CPR from a PQAs approved trainer and PQAS approved curriculum.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 8, 2022

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

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 record review of the file for Child #1 did not contain a current health assessment.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 25, 2022

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