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Philadelphia PA 19120 · License #CER-00252855 · Home-based · Family Child Care Home
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3290.18 · Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed facility files and the policy for Shaken Baby Syndrome and Child Maltreatment did not address the identification and prevention of child maltreatment per Announcement C-22-03 that was issued on January 24,2022.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 6, 2026
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3290.24(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.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 4 staff files and the file for staff #4 did not include a record of emergency plan training.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 6, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. 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 # 3-- may not work in a childcare position at the facility.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 4 staff files and the file for staff #3 did not have a signed/updated disclosure statement form.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 6, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
Disposition: Compliant - Finalized
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3290.123(a)(3) · An agreement shall specify 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 at § 3290.124(e).
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 5 children files, and the files did not include a child service report for child #1, child #2 and child #3.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 6, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3290.151(a)(2)/3290.192(2) · 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.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 4 staff files and the file for staff #2 did not include a health assessment including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 6, 2026
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3290.31(f) · A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 4 staff files and the file for staff #1 did not include an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of childcare training
Corrected Corrected by Mar 6, 2026
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.
At the time of inspection, staff person #1 was observed caring for children alone without being certified in Pediatric First Aid and CPR.
Corrected Corrected by May 27, 2025
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.
At the time of inspection, a pink clothlike material was observed serving as insulation or a barrier, stuffed in an opening behind the main entrance door of the childcare facility that connects to the outside of the home. The opening appeared to be from floor to ceiling and between the homes outside wall and separation wall from the next house.
Corrected Corrected by May 23, 2025
Category: ratio. 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.
At the time of inspection, staff person #1 was observed caring for children alone without being certified in Pediatric First Aid and CPR.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 24, 2025
Category: health medication. 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.
At the time of inspection, the first aid kit was missing soap and scissors.
Corrected Corrected by May 13, 2025
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.
At the time of inspection, it was observed a panel to the left of the childproof gate separating the kitchenette area and childcare space was separating from the wall which posed as a hazard to children due to splintered wood and nails.
Corrected Corrected by May 13, 2025
Category: physical safety. 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.
At the time of inspection, it was observed there was peeling paint and plaster on the right-side door frame portion of the wall that separates the kitchenette area and the childcare space.
Corrected Corrected by May 13, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3290.31(a)(2) · Have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and submit proof to the appropriate regional office of the Department no later than the submission of the second renewal application.
At the time of inspection, staff person #1 did not have education credentials on file.
Corrected Corrected by May 13, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. 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.
At the time of inspection, the first aid kit was missing the required scissors.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 9, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3290.124(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, child #1 Emergency Contact form did not have the release person's contact telephone number.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 22, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3290.131(a)/3290.182(1) · The operator shall require the parent of an enrolled child to provide an initial health report no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility. A child's record must contain initial and subsequent health reports.
At the time of inspection, child #2 did not have an initial health assessment on file.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 22, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3290.131(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.
At the time of inspection, child #2 did not have verification of immunization records.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 22, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3290.151(a)(2)/3290.192(2) · 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 #2 had a health assessment on file that was not dated.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 22, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3290.176 · A first-aid kit, including the contents as specified in §3290.73 (relating to first-aid kit) shall be in the vehicle when children are being transported.
At the time of inspection, the first aid kit present in the vehicle at the time children are being transported, did not have the required soap, water or scissors.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 22, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3290.31(a)(2)/3290.192(4) · Have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and submit proof to the appropriate regional office of the Department no later than the submission of the second renewal application. A facility person's record shall include records of training required by the Department.
At the time of inspection, staff persons #1 and #2 non-US issued diplomas were not translated into English.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 22, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3290.24(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.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 2/2/24 staff persons # 1 and 2 file did not include documentation of annual emergency plan training being completed.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 16, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. 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 conducted on 2/2/24 it was observed a tablet wall mount that poses as a scratching or cutting hazard
Corrected Corrected by Feb 16, 2024
Category: physical safety. 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 conducted on 2/2/24 it was observed chipped paint with plaster exposed in the play area as well as on the wall were the children's table and chairs are stationed.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 16, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3290.102(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.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 2/2/24 it was observed dramatic play kitchen faucet is broken off.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 16, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3290.117(c) · A veterinarian's certificate of current rabies immunization is required for a cat or dog at the facility. The certificate shall be on file when the cat or dog is present.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 2/2/24 the feline vaccinations provided was expired last vaccination date provided was 12/29/20.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 16, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3290.124(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.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 2/2/24 child #1 emergency contact form did not include policy number.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 16, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3290.124(c) · When children leave the facility on walking and riding excursions, emergency contact information specific to each child on the excursion shall accompany a staff person on the excursion.
While inspecting the vehicle used to transport children did not include the emergency contact forms of children being transported.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 23, 2024
Category: transportation. Marked corrected in the state record.
3290.131(a)(3) · The initial health report for an older toddler or preschool child shall be dated no more than 1 year prior to the first day of attendance at the facility.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 2/2/24 child#1 file health assessment was last date 11/2022.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 16, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3290.176 · A first-aid kit, including the contents as specified in §3290.73 (relating to first-aid kit) shall be in the vehicle when children are being transported.
While inspecting the vehicle it was observed the vehicle did not have a first-aid kit.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 23, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3290.95(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)).
During the renewal inspection conducted on 2/2/24 fire alarm system was did not connect when tested.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 16, 2024
Category: physical safety. 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.
During the inspection on 2/13/2023 the facility had an emergency plan that did not address volunteer emergency preparedness training, practice drills, and continuity of operations.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 20, 2023
Category: ratio. 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: Staff Person #1 -- may not work in a child care position at the facility. PROVISIONAL HIRE UNSUPERVISED: A provisional employee may not be permitted to work alone with children and must work within the vicinity of a permanent employee. 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 #1--- may not work in a child care position at the facility.
During the inspection on 2/13/2023 the file record for staff person #1 did not include a NSOR clearance. Staff Person #1--- may not work in a child care position at the facility.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 13, 2023
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3290.123(a)(6) · An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission.
During the inspection on 2/13/2023 the file records for child # 1 did not include an agreement that specified the date of the child's admission.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 20, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3290.124(b)(2) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.
During the inspection on 2/13/2023 the file records for child # 1 did not include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care on emergency contact form.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 20, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3290.124(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.
During the inspection on 2/13/2023 the file records for child # 1 did not include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released on emergency contact form.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 20, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3290.161(a) · Food stored, prepared or served shall be clean, wholesome, free from spoilage, free from adulteration and safe for human consumption.
During the inspection on 2/13/2023 a uncovered bowl of peaches was observed in the refrigerator.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 13, 2023
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3290.182(3) · 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 inspection on 2/13/2023 the file records for child # 1 did not include signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 14, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3290.182(5) · 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 inspection 2/13/2023 the file records child 1 did not include signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 14, 2023
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3290.31(g)(10) · Pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
Staff person #1 and 2--- has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet)
Corrected Corrected by Feb 27, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3290.24(d) · Emergency drills shall be conducted annually. Annual emergency drills shall be documented and on file at the facility.
During the inspection on 2/13/2023 the fire drill log was observed and there was no record of an emergency drill be conducted.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 27, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3290.24(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.
During the inspection on 4/4/2022 the file records for staff person #1 and 2 did not include emergency plan training.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 4, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3290.117(c) · A veterinarian's certificate of current rabies immunization is required for a cat or dog at the facility. The certificate shall be on file when the cat or dog is present.
During the inspection on 4/4/2022 the shot records for the cat were not up to date, the cat was behind in shots (shots were required for 12/21)
Corrected Corrected by Apr 6, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3290.124(b)(2) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.
During the inspection on 4/4/2022 the file records for child # 1 and 3 did not include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care on emergency contact form.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 11, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3290.124(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.
During the inspection on 4/4/2020 the file record for child # 1 did not include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable on the emergency contact form.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 11, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3290.124(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.
During the inspection on 4/4/2022 the file records for child # 1 and 3 did not include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released on emergency contact form.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 11, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3290.131(d)(7) · A health report shall include a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.
During the inspection on 4/4/2022 the file records for child # 1 and 3 did not include a health assessment that included a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.
Corrected Corrected by May 4, 2022
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 inspection on 4/4/2022 the file records for child #1 and 3 did not include a health assessment that included 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.
Corrected Corrected by May 4, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3290.182(4) · A child's record must contain signed parental consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs.
During the inspection on 4/4/2022 the file records for child #3 did not include signed parental consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs
Corrected Corrected by Apr 11, 2022
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3290.24(b) · The operator shall review the emergency plan at least annually and update the plan as needed. Each review and update of the emergency plan shall be documented in writing and kept on file at the facility.
During the inspection on 4/4/2022 the facility had an emergency plan that was not updated.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 11, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3290.31(f) · A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.
During the electronic inspection 3/1/2022 the file record for staff person #1 did not include annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 4, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.