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.

At the time of the Allocated Unannounced Inspection conducted on 04/24/2025, the file for Staff Person #1, hired 02/13/2025 and the file for Staff Person #2, hired 03/03/2025 did not contain verification of the completion of Emergency Plan training at time of initial employment.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 25, 2025

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) · An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.

At the time of the Allocated Unannounced Inspection conducted on 04/24/2025, the file for Staff Person#1did not contain verification of education.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 25, 2025

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.75(d) · 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).

At the time of the Allocated Unannounced Inspection conducted on 04/24/2025, the First-Aid Kit located on the van being utilized to transport children did not contain a bottle of water.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 25, 2025

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

3270.76/3270.77(a) · 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. Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.

At the time of the Allocated Unannounced Inspection conducted on 04/24/2025, the ceiling located upstairs in the cafeteria area of the facility was stained, had peeling paint and appeared to have water damage.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 29, 2025

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

3270.175(b) · Safety restraints installed in the vehicle at the time of manufacturing shall be used by all occupants.

At the time of the Allocated Unannounced Inspection conducted on 04/24/2025, the facility attempted to transport children utilizing a van with three missing seatbelt buckles. The safety restraint system on the van being utilized to transport children was not operable.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 28, 2025

Category: transportation. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.18(a) · The legal entity shall have comprehensive general liability insurance to cover the persons who are on the premises. A current copy of the insurance policy shall be on file at the facility.

At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 12/05/2024, the Liability Insurance on file at the facility was dated 09/14/2023- 09/14/2024.

Corrected Corrected by Dec 13, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.31(f)(10) · Competence is the completion of training by a professional in the field of first-aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (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. Staff persons shall complete professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire.

At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 12/05/2024, the file for Staff Person #1 did not contain verification of the completion of Pediatric First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation training within 90 days of hire.

Corrected Corrected by Jan 17, 2025

Category: ratio. 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.

At the time of the Renewal Inspection, the file for Staff Person #1 did not contain verification of the completion of annual Fire Safety Training.

Corrected Corrected by Jan 17, 2025

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.31(f) · Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10.

At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 12/05/2024, the file for Staff Person #3 did not contain verification of the completion of the required CCDBG 10-Hour Health and Safety Training. The file for Staff Person #3 contained the 1-Hour Update Health and Safety Training dated 10/18/2022.

Corrected Corrected by Dec 18, 2024

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). Facility Person # 2 and #4 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 #2 and #4 may not work in a child care position at the facility.

At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 12/05/2024, the file for Staff Person #2 did not contain a completed National Sex Offender Registry Clearence. The file for Staff Person #4 did not contain a completed DHS FBI Criminal Background Clearance.

Corrected Corrected by Jan 8, 2025

Category: background checks. 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.

At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 12/05/2024, the emergency contact form on file for Child #1 did not contain the Medical Policy Number. The emergency contact on file for Child #3 did not contain the Health Insurance Coverage or Medical Policy Number.

Corrected Corrected by Dec 20, 2024

Category: health medication. 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 the Renewal Inspection on 12/05/2024, the emergency contact on file for Child #2 did not contain addresses for the individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

Corrected Corrected by Dec 13, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.192(2)(iv) · A facility person's record shall include acceptable verification of experience, education or training is a transcript or a diploma or a letter signed by a representative of the experiential, educational or training entity.

At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 12/05/2024, the file for Staff Person #2 and Staff Person #3 did not contain verification of Education.

Corrected Corrected by Dec 26, 2024

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.

At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 12/05/2024, the file for Staff Person #3 only contained one written, nonfamily reference letter.

Corrected Corrected by Dec 13, 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.

At the time of the Unannounced Monitoring Inspection on 09/12/2024, the provider could not present a policy for the identification and prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome, Abusive Head Trauma, and Child Maltreatment. THIS IS CONTINUED NONCOMPLIANCE.

Corrected Corrected by Oct 10, 2024

Category: ratio. 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.

At the time of the Unannounced Monitoring Inspection on 09/12/2024, the individual records for Staff Person #9 did not contain the CCDBG Health and Safety Training. THIS IS CONTINUED NON-COMPLIANCE.

Corrected Corrected by Oct 10, 2024

Category: ratio. 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.

At the time of the Unannounced Monitoring Inspection on 09/12/2024, the facility's Emergency Plan did not contain information regarding the facility's Continuity of Operations. THIS IS CONTINUED NONCOMPLIANCE.

Corrected Corrected by Oct 10, 2024

Category: ratio. 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.

At the time of the Unannounced Monitoring Inspection on 09/12/2024, the individual records for Staff Person #1, #2, #3, #4, #5, #6, #7 and #8 did not contain verification of Emergency Plan training, THIS IS CONTINUED NONCOMPLIANCE.

Corrected Corrected by Oct 10, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.31(f)(10) · Competence is the completion of training by a professional in the field of first-aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (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. Staff persons shall complete professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire.

At the time of the Unannounced Monitoring Inspection on 09/12/2024, the individual records for Staff Person's #1, #3, #4, #5, #6, #7, #8, and #9 did not contain verification of the completion of Pediatric First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation training. THIS IS CONTINUED NONCOMPLIANCE.

Corrected Corrected by Oct 10, 2024

Category: ratio. 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.

At the time of the Unannounced Monitoring Inspection on 09/12/2024, the individual records for Staff Person's #2, #3, #4, #5, #6, #7, #8 and #9 did not contain verification of Fire Safety Training. THIS IS CONTINUED NONCOMPLIANCE.

Corrected Corrected by Oct 10, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Facility Person #3 and #9 may not work in a child care position at the facility.

At the time of the Unannounced Monitoring Inspection on 09/12/2024, the individual records for Staff Person's #3, and #9 did not contain verification of the completion of Mandated Reporter training. THIS IS CONTINUED NON-COMPLIANCE.

Corrected Corrected by Oct 10, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

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

At the time of the Unannounced Monitoring Inspection on 09/12/2024, the individual records for Staff Person's # 4 did not contain a completed National Sex Offender's Registry Verification documentation. THIS IS CONTINUED NONCOMPLIANCE.

Corrected Corrected by Oct 10, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.33(b) · At least 50% of the staff persons in a facility shall be individuals qualified and functioning as directors, group supervisors and assistant group supervisors. No more than 50% of the staff persons may be of aide qualification level.

At the time of the Unannounced Monitoring Inspection on 09/12/2024, the individual records for Staff Person #5 did not contain verification of education and experience. THIS IS CONTINUED NONCOMPLIANCE.

Corrected Corrected by Oct 10, 2024

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.34(a)(6) · A director is responsible for written evaluation of staff persons on a regular basis, a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months.

At the time of the Unannounced Monitoring Inspection on 09/12/2024, the individual record for Staff Person #1did not contain a written staff evaluation completed within the last 12-months. THIS IS CONTINUED NONCOMPLIANCE.

Corrected Corrected by Oct 10, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) · Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises. Children must be supervised at all times. Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises.

At the time of the Unannounced Monitoring Inspection on 09/12/2024, Staff person #5 informed the department that they had 11 children in their supervisory group. There were 2 children present in the room being actively supervised, 1 child was in the game room being supervised by another staff person, and 5 children were in the literacy room being supervised by another staff person, leaving 3 children unaccounted for. THIS IS CONTINUED NONCOMPLIANCE.

Corrected Corrected by Oct 10, 2024

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) · Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises. The legal entity must arrange for all facility staff to receive a minimum of two hours of training regarding supervision of children. The legal entity must receive DHS approval of the training content prior to scheduling the training. Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises.

At the time of the Unannounced Monitoring Inspection on 09/12/2024, Staff person #5 informed the department that they had 11 children in their supervisory group. There were 2 children present in the room being actively supervised, 1 child was in the game room being supervised by another staff person, and 5 children were in the literacy room being supervised by another staff person, leaving 3 children unaccounted for. THIS IS CONTINUED NONCOMPLIANCE.

Corrected Corrected by Oct 10, 2024

Category: supervision. 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.

At the time of the Unannounced Monitoring Inspection on 09/12/2024, the individual records for Child #1 did not contain the Health Insurance Coverage or policy number for the child. THIS IS CONTINUED NONCOMPLIANCE.

Corrected Corrected by Oct 10, 2024

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

3270.171(a) · An operator shall notify local traffic safety authorities annually in writing of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the child care facility.

At the time of the Unannounced Monitoring Inspection on 09/12/2024, the provider could not provide verification that the local traffic safety authority was notified of the location of the facility, and the programs use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the facility. THIS WAS CONTINUED NONCOMPLIANCE.

Corrected Corrected by Sep 12, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.131(a)(4) · The initial health report for a school-age child must be dated in accordance with the requirements for medical examinations for school attendance in 28 Pa. Code § 23.2 (relating to medical examinations).

At the time of the Unannounced Monitoring Inspection on 09/12/2024, the individual records for Children # 2 and #3 did not contain a Child Health Assessment. THIS IS CONTINUED NONCOMPLIANCE.

Corrected Corrected by Oct 10, 2024

Category: health medication. 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.

At the time of the Unannounced Monitoring Inspection on 09/12/2024, the facility's Emergency Plan did not have accommodations for children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions. THIS IS CONTINUED NONCOMPLIANCE.

Corrected Corrected by Oct 10, 2024

Category: physical safety. 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.

At the time of the Unannounced Monitoring Inspection on 09/12/2024, the operator could not provide the most recent Fire Inspection report. THIS IS CONTINUED NONCOMPLIACNE.

Corrected Corrected by Oct 10, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. 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.

At the time of the Unannounced Monitoring Inspection on 09/12/2024, the facility did not have the regulations or instructions for contacting the appropriate regional childcare office posted in a conspicuous location within the facility. THIS IS CONTINUED NONCOMPLIANCE.

Corrected Corrected by Oct 10, 2024

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.

At the time of the time of the Unannounced Monitoring Inspection on 09/12/2024, the operator could not provide verification that the facility's Emergency Plan was sent to the local municipality and the County Emergency Management Agency. THIS IS CONTINUED NONCOMPLIANCE.

Corrected Corrected by Oct 10, 2024

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

3270.31(e) · A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.

At the time of the Unannounced Monitoring Inspection on 09/12/2024, the individual records for Staff Person's #3, #4, and #5 did not contain verification of the completion of 12-Clock hours of Child Care Professional Development Training. THIS IS CONTINUED NONCOMPLIANCE.

Corrected Corrected by Oct 10, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. 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.

At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 08/09/2024, peeling paint was observed in the Game room on the rear wall and in Room B on the rear wall,

Corrected Corrected by Aug 30, 2024

Category: physical safety. 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.

At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 08/09/2024, the facility's Emergency Plan did not contain information regarding the facility's Continuity of Operations.

Corrected Corrected by Sep 6, 2024

Category: ratio. 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.

At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 08/09/2024 the provider could not present a policy for the identification and prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome, Abusive Head Trauma, and Child Maltreatment.

Corrected Corrected by Aug 16, 2024

Category: ratio. 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.

At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 08/09/2024, the individual records for Staff Person's # 1, #2, #4, #5, #6, #7, #8 and #9 did not contain the CCDBG Health and Safety Training. The individual records for Staff Person #3 did not contain the 1-Hour Updated CCDBG Health and Safety Training.

Corrected Corrected by Sep 6, 2024

Category: ratio. 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.

At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 08/09/2024, the individual records for Staff Person's #1, #2, #3, #4, #5, #6, #7, #8 and #9 did not contain verification of the completion of Emergency Plan training.

Corrected Corrected by Sep 6, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.31(b)/3270.192(2)(i) · A staff person shall be 18 years of age or older. A facility person's record shall include verification of age.

At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 08/09/2024, the individual records for Staff Person's #2 and #4 did not contain verification of age.

Corrected Corrected by Aug 20, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. 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.

At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 08/09/2024, the First Aid Kits in the facility were missing the following: Room A-was missing Soap, Bandages, Tweezers, Tape and Water; Room B-was missing Tape, Scissors, Tweezers, and Water; Room C-was missing Soap, Scissors, Tape and Water; Room D-was missing Tape and water.

Corrected Corrected by Sep 6, 2024

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

3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.31(f)(10) · Competence is the completion of training by a professional in the field of first-aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (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. Staff persons shall complete professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire.

At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 08/09/2024, the individual records for Staff Person's #1, #2, #3, #4, #5, #6, #7, #8, and #9 did not contain verification of the completion of Pediatric First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation training.

Corrected Corrected by Sep 6, 2024

Category: ratio. 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.

At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 08/09/2024, the individual records for Staff Person's #2, #3, #4, #5, #6, #7, #8 and #9 did not contain verification of Fire Safety Training.

Corrected Corrected by Sep 6, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Facility Person #3, #7 and #9 may not work in a child care position at the facility.

At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 08/09/2024, the individual records for Staff Person's #3, #7 and #9 did not contain verification of the completion of Mandated Reporter training.

Corrected Corrected by Sep 6, 2024

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). Facility Person # 4, #6, and #8 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 #4, #6 and #8 may not work in a child care position at the facility.

At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 08/09/2024, the individual records for Staff Person's # 6 and #8 did not contain the completed National Sex Offenders Registry Verification documentation, and the individual record for Staff Person #4 contained an illegible photocopy of a Child Abuse Clearence.

Corrected Corrected by Sep 27, 2024

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

3270.33(b) · At least 50% of the staff persons in a facility shall be individuals qualified and functioning as directors, group supervisors and assistant group supervisors. No more than 50% of the staff persons may be of aide qualification level.

At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 08/09/2024, the individual records for Staff Person's #3, #4, #5, #6, #7, #8 and #9 did not contain verification of education and experience.

Corrected Corrected by Sep 6, 2024

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.34(a)(6) · A director is responsible for written evaluation of staff persons on a regular basis, a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months.

At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 08/09/2024, the individual records for Staff Person's #1, #2, #3, #4, #5, #6, #7, #8 and #9 did not contain a written staff evaluation completed within the last 12-months.

Corrected Corrected by Aug 30, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) · The legal entity must arrange for all facility staff to receive a minimum of two hours of training regarding supervision of children. The legal entity must receive DHS approval of the training content prior to scheduling the training. Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises.

At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 08/09/2024, In Classroom A, Staff Person's #6 and #7, did not have assigned responsibility for supervisory groups. In the Tech Room, Staff Person #5 reported to the department that there were 13 children in the classroom, but only 12 children were present. In classroom B, Staff Person #10 listed 9 children in their supervisory group and Staff Person #11 listed 6 children in their supervisory group, there were 17 children in the classroom, leaving 1 child unaccounted for.

Corrected Corrected by Oct 10, 2024

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) · Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises. Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises.

At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 08/09/2024, In Classroom A, Staff Person's #6 and #7, did not have assigned responsibility for supervisory groups. In the Tech Room, Staff Person #5 reported to the department that there were 13 children in the classroom, but only 12 children were present. In classroom B, Staff Person #10 listed 9 children in their supervisory group and Staff Person #11 listed 6 children in their supervisory group, there were 17 children in the classroom, leaving 1 child unaccounted for.

Corrected Corrected by Aug 19, 2024

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2) · An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission. A child's record shall contain the dates of application, admission and withdrawal of the child.

At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 08/09/2024, the individual records for Children #1, #2, #3, #4, #5, #6, #7, #8, #9, and #10 did not contain an agreement form that specified the date of admissions for the child.

Corrected Corrected by Aug 30, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3) · Emergency contact information must include the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care. A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission.

At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 08/09/2024, the individual records for Children # 5, #9 and #10 did not contain signed parental consent for Emergency Medical Care for the child.

Corrected Corrected by Aug 30, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. 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.

At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 08/09/2024, the individual records for Children ##2, #5, #6, #7, #8, #9 and #10 did not contain the Health Insurance Coverage or policy number for the child.

Corrected Corrected by Aug 30, 2024

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

3270.31(e) · A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.

At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 08/09/2024, the individual records for Staff Person's #3, #4, #5, #6, #7, #8 and #9 did not contain verification of the completion of 12-Clock hours of Child Care Professional Development Training.

Corrected Corrected by Sep 6, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. 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 the Renewal Inspection on 08/09/2024, the individual records for Children #2, #4, #5, #6, #8, #9 and #10 did not contain the address for the individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

Corrected Corrected by Aug 30, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. 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.

At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 08/09/2024, the individual records for Children #5, #9 and #10 contained an Emergency Contact form that had not been updated and reviewed within a 6-month period.

Corrected Corrected by Aug 30, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.131(a)(4) · The initial health report for a school-age child must be dated in accordance with the requirements for medical examinations for school attendance in 28 Pa. Code § 23.2 (relating to medical examinations).

At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 08/09/2024, the individual records for Children # 2, #8, #9 and #10 did not contain a Child Health Assessment.

Corrected Corrected by Sep 6, 2024

Category: health medication. 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.

At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 08/09/2024, the individual records for Staff Person #4 contained a photocopy of a Health Assessment with no visible name of the individual to whom the Assessment was completed for.

Corrected Corrected by Sep 6, 2024

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

3270.182(5) · 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.

At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 08/09/2024, the individual records for Children # 5, #9 and #10 did not contain signed parental consent for minor First-Aid procedures by facility staff.

Corrected Corrected by Aug 30, 2024

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.182(6) · A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading.

At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 08/09/2024, the individual records for Children # 5, #9 and #10 did not contain signed parental consent for consent for transportation or walking excursions.

Corrected Corrected by Aug 30, 2024

Category: transportation. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.192(1)/3270.192(2)(ii) · 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 child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.

At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 08/09/2024, the individual records for Staff Person's #2 and #4 did not contain verification of the name and address of the facility person.

Corrected Corrected by Aug 20, 2024

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.

At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 08/09/2024, the individual records for Staff Person's #2, #3, #4, #5, #6, #7, #8 and #9 did not contain two written, non-family references attesting to the individual's suitability to serve as a facility person.

Corrected Corrected by Sep 6, 2024

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.

At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 08/09/2024, the facility's Emergency Plan did not have accommodations for children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions.

Corrected Corrected by Sep 6, 2024

Category: physical safety. 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 the Renewal Inspection on 08/09/2024, the operator could not provide the most recent Fire Inspection report.

Corrected Corrected by Aug 30, 2024

Category: physical safety. 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.

At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 08/09/2024, the facility did not have the regulations or instructions for contacting the appropriate regional child care office posted in a conspicuous location within the facility.

Corrected Corrected by Aug 30, 2024

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.

At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 08/09/2024, the operator could not provide verification that the facility's Emergency Plan was sent to the local municipality and the County Emergency Management Agency.

Corrected Corrected by Aug 30, 2024

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

3270.171(a) · An operator shall notify local traffic safety authorities annually in writing of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the child care facility.

At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 08/09/2024, the provider could not provide verification that the local traffic safety authority was notified of the location of the facility, and the programs use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the facility.

Corrected Corrected by Sep 6, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.123(a) · An agreement shall be signed by the operator and the parent.

On 6/22/22 during renewal inspection Certification Representative noticed that children # 4 and 7 were missing signatures on agreement forms.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 13, 2022

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.123(a)(1) · An agreement shall specify the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week.

On 6/22/22 during renewal inspection Certification Representative noticed that children # 6 and 7 agreement forms were missing fee amounts.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 13, 2022

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.123(a)(4) · An agreement shall specify the child's arrival and departure times.

On 6/22/22 during renewal inspection Certification Representative noticed that arrival and departure times were missing from children # 6 and 7 file.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 13, 2022

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.

On 6/22/22 during renewal inspection Certification Representative noticed that staff persons, #1,5, 6, 7 and 8 files were missing Fire Safety Training Certificates.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 13, 2022

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.124(b)(2) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.

On 6/22/22 during renewal inspection Certification Representative noticed that children # 1, 4, 5 and 6 emergency contact forms does not include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 13, 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.

On 6/22/22 during renewal inspection Certification Representative noticed that children # 2, 3,5, 6, 7 and 8 emergency contact forms was missing health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 13, 2022

Category: health medication. 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.

On 6/22/22 during renewal inspection Certification Representative noticed that children # 1, 2 and 5 emergency contact forms did not include release person the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 13, 2022

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.31(f)(7) · Staff persons shall complete professional development in emergency preparedness and response planning for emergencies resulting from a natural disaster or a man-caused event (such as violence at a child care facility) within the meaning of those terms under section 602(a)(1) of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C.A. § 5195a(a)(1)) within 90 days of hire.

On 6/22/22 during renewal inspection Certification Representative noticed that staff persons # 1,2,5,6,7 and 8 staff files were missing Emergency Preparedness Certificates.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 13, 2022

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

3270.31(f)(10) · Staff persons shall complete professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire.

On 6/22/22 during renewal inspection Certification Representative noticed that staff persons #1,2,5,6 and 7 files were missing pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 13, 2022

Category: health medication. 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.

On 6/22/22 during renewal inspection Certification Representative noticed that the operator did not send a copy of the emergency plan and subsequent plan updates to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.

Corrected Corrected by Jul 13, 2022

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