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Philadelphia PA 19143 · License #CER-00247190 · Home-based · Family Child Care Home
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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 a renewal inspection conducted on 10/15/2025, 2 staff files were reviewed. Staff person # 1 and 2 files did not contain verification of annual training on the facility's emergency plan.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 15, 2025
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 # 1 should not have been allowed to work in a child care position at the facility while the clearances were expired.
During a renewal inspection conducted on 10/15/2025, 2 staff files were reviewed. Staff person # 1 file contained clearances that were not updated in a timely manner and left the staff person without the necessary clearances to work with children. Staff person # 1 file contained a PA state police clearance that was valid from 8/13/2019 to 8/13/2024. The new clearance was obtained on 10/15/2024. Staff person # 1 Child Abuse clearance was valid from 4/8/2020 to 4/8/2025. The new clearance was obtained on 10/7/2025. Staff person # 1 FBI clearance was valid from 4/15/2020 to 4/15/2025. The new clearance was obtained on 10/6/2025. Staff person # 1 NSOR clearance was valid from 2/12/2020 to 2/12/2025. The new clearance was obtained on 10/10/2025.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 15, 2025
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
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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 a renewal inspection conducted on 10/25/2025, the operator did not have the feline pet's veterinarian's certificate of current rabies immunization.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 15, 2025
Category: health medication. 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 a renewal inspection conducted on 10/15/2025, 2 child files were reviewed. Child # 1 and 2 files contained emergency contact forms that did not have the section regarding parental consent for emergency medical care addressed.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 15, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3290.124(e)/3290.181(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.
During a renewal inspection conducted on 10/15/2025, 2 child files were reviewed. Child # 2 file contained an emergency contact form that was not updated every 6 months as required. Child # 2 emergency contact form was signed on 7/27/2024 and updated on 9/9/2025.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 20, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3290.151(c)(2)/3290.192(2) · An adult health assessment shall include Tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment. Subsequent tuberculosis screening is not required unless directed by a physician, 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.
During a renewal inspection conducted on 10/15/2025, 2 staff files were reviewed. Staff person # 1 fie did not contain verification of a TB screening at initial employment.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 15, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3290.181(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 a renewal inspection conducted on 10/15/2025, 2 child files were reviewed. Child # 1 and 2 files contained fee agreements that were not updated every 6 months as required. Child # 1 fee agreement was signed on 1/23/2025 with no 6 month review. Child # 2 fee agreement was signed on 8/27/24 and updated on 6/19/2025.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 15, 2025
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 a renewal inspection conducted on 10/15/2025, 2 child files were reviewed. Child # 1 and 2 files contained emergency contact forms where the section regarding parental consent for minor first aid was not addressed.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 15, 2025
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3290.31(f)/3290.192(4) · A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training. A facility person's record shall include records of training required by the Department.
During a renewal inspection conducted on 10/15/2025, 2 staff files were reviewed. Staff person # 1 and 2 files did not contain verification of 12 hours of annual childcare training.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 15, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3290.31(f)(4)(i) · Competence is the completion of training by a professional in the field of first-aid and CPR. All staff persons shall renew their certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on or before the expiration of the most current certification.
During a renewal inspection conducted on 10/15/2024, 2 staff files were reviewed. Staff member #1 file did not contain verification of training in 1st Aid / CPR.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 21, 2024
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). SAFETY PLAN: The operator is required to submit to the Children and Youth Agency a plan of supervision or alternate arrangement as required by the Child Protective Services Law. LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # 1 and 2 may not work in a child care position at the facility.
During a renewal inspection conducted on 10/15/2024, 2 staff files were reviewed. Staff member # 1 file did not contain PA state police clearance. Staff member # 2 file did not contain a valid Child Abuse clearance. Facility Person # 1 and 2 may not work in a child care position at the facility.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 21, 2024
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3290.123(a) · An agreement shall be signed by the operator and the parent.
During a renewal inspection conducted on 10/15/2024, 4 child files were reviewed. Child # 3 and 4 files contained fee agreements that were not signed by the operator.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 21, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3290.123(a)(7) · An agreement shall specify the services which are to be considered as extra.
During a renewal inspection conducted on 10/15/2024, 4 child files were reviewed. Child # 1,2,3 and 4 files contained fee agreement forms that did not address extra services offered at the facility.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 21, 2024
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 a renewal inspection conducted on 10/15/2024, 4 child files were reviewed. Child # 1 file contained an emergency contact form that did not address the child's special needs.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 21, 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 a renewal inspection conducted on 10/15/2024, 4 children were reviewed. Child # 2 file contained an emergency contact form that did not list the child's health insurance policy number.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 21, 2024
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 a renewal inspection conducted on 10/15/2024, 4 child files were reviewed. Child # 3 file contained an emergency contact form that did not list the address for the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 21, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3290.192(2) · 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 a renewal inspection conducted on 10/15/2024, 2 staff files were reviewed. Staff member # 1 file did not contain a valid health assessment. Staff member # 2 file did not contain an initial hire TB test.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 21, 2024
Category: health medication. 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.
During a renewal inspection conducted on 10/15/2024, 2 staff files were reviewed. Staff member # 2 file did not contain verification of education.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 21, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3290.103 · 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.
On 01/12/2023. during the renewal inspection, toy cars were present with parts less than 1 inch in diameter and accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 20, 2023
Marked corrected in the state record.
3290.123(a) · An agreement shall be signed by the operator and the parent.
On 01/12/2023, during the renewal inspection, the financial agreement for child #3 was not signed by the parent.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 20, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3290.123(a)(6) · An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission.
On 01/12/2023, during the renewal inspection, the financial agreement for child #1 did not specify the admission date. .
Corrected Corrected by Jan 20, 2023
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.
On 01/12/2023, during the renewal inspection, the facility did not have the following as required: The facility's emergency plan did not address "Continuity of operations" after an emergency situation. The facility did not have a policy on the " Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome, Abusive Head Trauma , and Child Maltreatment."
Corrected Corrected by Jan 20, 2023
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.
On 01/12/2023, during the renewal inspection, the water temperature in the basement bathroom located next to the childcare space was extremely hot, which slighty burned one of the children's fingers. The temperature of the water measured at 115 degrees.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 20, 2023
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.
On 01/12/2023, during the renewal inspection, there was no evidence on file that facility person #3, who was acknowledged to be a volunteer at the facility, was trained on the facility's emergency plan.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 20, 2023
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). 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.
On 01/12/2023, during the renewal inspection, the following was cited for CPSL requirements: The file for facility person #3 did not include a PA Criminal clearance, a PA Child Abuse clearance, and the National Sex Offender Registry Clearance nor any request for the clearances. There was no updated Pa Criminal and PA Child Abuse on file at the facility for individual #1. There was no updated Pa Child Abuse for individual #2.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 20, 2023
Category: background checks. 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.
On 01/12/2023, during the renewal inspection, the first aid kit located in the basement area was missing soap. The first aid kit located next to the kitchen was missing tweezers.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 20, 2023
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.
On 01/12/2023, during the renewal inspection, damaged sheetrock was present in the basement bathroom area, by the toilet paper holder. Dirty leaves were present all over the back yard and all over the toys accessible to the children. A black metal pull cart was present in the playspace creating a visible hazard.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 20, 2023
Category: physical safety. 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.
On 01/12/2023, during the renewal inspection, the emergency contact information for child #1and #5 did not include the address of the individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released to.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 20, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3290.151(a)/3290.192(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 on file at the facility. 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.
On 01/12/2023, during the renewal inspection, the file for facility person #3 did not include an health assessment.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 20, 2023
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3290.182(3)/3290.182(5) · A child's record must contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission. 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.
On 01/12/2023, during the renewal inspection, the emergency contact information for child #1, #2 and #4 did not contain parental signed consent for emergency medical care and for administration of minor first aid procedures by facility staff.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 20, 2023
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3290.192(1) · A facility person's record shall include the name, address and telephone number of the facility person.
On 01/12/2023, during the renewal inspection, the file for facility person # 3, who was acknowledged to be a volunteer at the facility, did not include the name, address, and telephone number of the facility person.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 20, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3290.31(c) · A volunteer shall be 16 years of age or older. A volunteer shall be directly supervised at all times by a staff person.
On 01/12/2023, during the renewal inspection, there was no evidence on file to confirm the age of facility person #3, who was acknowledged to be a volunteer at the facility,
Corrected Corrected by Jan 20, 2023
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3290.124(d) · A written plan shall be conspicuously posted which identifies the means of transporting a child to emergency care and the facility staffing provisions in the event of an emergency. The plan must accompany a staff person who leaves the facility on an excursion with children.
During the initial inspection certification representative observed that a written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care was not posted in the facility.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 22, 2021
Category: transportation. Marked corrected in the state record.
3290.94(a)(5) · Evacuation routes are posted in a conspicuous location on each floor of the facility.
During the initial inspection the certification representative observed that the evacuation routes were not posted in the facility.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 22, 2021
Marked corrected in the state record.
3290.22(a) · The facility's current certificate of compliance shall be posted in a conspicuous location used by parents, with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional child care office posted at the same location.
During the initial inspection the certification representative observed that the contact information for the appropriate regional child care office was not posted in the facility.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 22, 2021
Marked corrected in the state record.