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7510 BROUS AVE, Philadelphia PA 19152 · License #CER-00249954 · Center · Child Care Center
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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 inspection, the file of staff person #1 and #4 did not include the training regarding the emergency plan.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 10, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) · Staff persons shall participate, at least annually, in fire safety 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 inspection, the file of staff person #1 and #2 did not include fire safety training.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 10, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(iv) · 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 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.
Disposition: Compliant - Finalized
Disposition: Compliant - Finalized
Generated from this facility's specific inspection record
Data synced from Pennsylvania DHS, Office of Child Development and Early Learning on Jul 8, 2026 · Source records · Report an error
At the time of the inspection, the file of staff person #4 did not include verification of education.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 13, 2025
Category: supervision. 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 inspection, the file of staff person #4 did not include verification of child care experience.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 13, 2025
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.66(a) · Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children.
At the time of the inspection, air freshener pebbles were observed in a glass container in an unlocked sink cabinet in the school age boys' bathroom. Non-compliance was corrected on site.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 22, 2025
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 the inspection, the hot water temperature was measured at 122 degrees in the school age girls' bathroom.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 13, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.75(b) · A first-aid kit must be inaccessible to children.
At the time of the inspection, the first aid kit in the preschool room was in an accessible location to children.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 13, 2025
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.
At the time of the inspection, soap was not observed in the first aid kit of the toddler room. The first aid kit on bus (license plate: myj-5111) did not include scissors, gloves, soap and bus (license plate: myj-5112) did not include scissors and soap in their first aid kit. Non-compliance was corrected on site.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 22, 2025
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.
At the time of the inspection, the bathroom door in the toddler room had a crack to the lower right section.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 13, 2025
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.
At the time of the inspection, peeled paint was observed on the walls of the toddler room.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 13, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.82(h) · A facility person and an able child shall wash his hands after toileting and before eating. A sign on which this requirement is written shall be posted at each toilet, training chair, diapering area and sink in the facility.
At the time of the inspection, staff person #1 changed the diaper of child #1 and the child's hands were not washed following the diaper change.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 10, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.101(c)(1) · Play equipment and materials shall include materials for dramatic role playing.
At the time of the inspection, dramatic role playing equipment and materials were not observed in the toddler and preschool rooms.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 13, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.106(f) · At least 2 feet of space is required on three sides of a bed, cot, crib or other rest equipment while the equipment is in use.
At the time of the inspection, the cots of child #1 and #2 did not observe 2 feet on 3 sides during nap time. Non-compliance was corrected on site.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 22, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.113(a) · 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.
At the time of the inspection, there was a lapse in supervision in the school age room when staff person #5 left the room to answer the door, asked certification staff where their phone is located, went to the bathroom and to retrieve the name/face cards of the children in their primary care group.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 21, 2025
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(a)(3) · 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 in § 3270.124(f) (relating to emergency contact information).
At the time of the inspection, the file of child #2 and #3 did not include a child service report.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 13, 2025
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 inspection, the emergency contact of child #3 and #5 did not include parental consent for emergency medical care.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 13, 2025
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 inspection, the file of child #1 did not include the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 7, 2025
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 inspection, the emergency contact of child #5 did not include a 6 month period review.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 13, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.182(4) · A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs.
At the time of the inspection, the emergency contact for child #3 and #5 did not include parental consent for the administration of medications or special dietary needs.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 13, 2025
Category: ratio. 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 inspection, the emergency contact of child #3 and #5 did not include parental consent for the administration of minor first aid procedures by facility staff.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 13, 2025
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 inspection, the emergency contact of child #3 and #5 did not include parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 13, 2025
Category: transportation. 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 inspection, two written, nonfamily references were not observed in the file of staff person #2 and #4.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 13, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · 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 childcare position at the facility.
During the renewal inspection on 03/05/25 the file reviewed for staff person #1 hired (see code sheet) did not include DHS FBI clearance.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 5, 2025
Category: background checks. 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 03/05/25 the first aid kit reviewed in the Little Lambs classroom (behind desk) was missing gauze and soap.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 5, 2025
Category: health medication. 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.
During the renewal inspection on 03/05/25 the fee agreements and emergency contact forms reviewed for child #1, child #2, child #3, child #4 and child #5 were not reviewed/updated within 6-month time period.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 21, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.183(a) · Child records are confidential and shall be stored in a locked cabinet.
During the renewal inspection on 03/05/25 the child files were observed not being stored in a locked cabinet.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 13, 2025
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.
During the renewal inspection the file reviewed for staff person #1 did not include verification of education.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 13, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.24(a) · A staff person shall provide to agents of the Department immediate access to the facility, the children and the files and records.
Certification representative attempted to gain access to the facility on 10/29/24, 11/05/24, and 11/26/24 to complete renewal inspection. All attempts have been unsuccessful.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 14, 2025
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.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 11/29/2023 observed staff person #1's file did not include verification of Health and Safety (CCDBG) training update.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 10, 2023
Category: ratio. 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.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 11/29/2023 observed the facility did not have a current copy of the insurance policy on file at the facility.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 10, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. 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 conducted on 11/29/2023 observed staff person #1's file did not include verification of annual emergency plan training. The last training on file is dated 11/28/2022.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 10, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(e)(4)(i) · 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.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 11/29/2023 observed staff person #1's pediatric first aid and/CPR training expired. The last one on file is dated 6/30/2021.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 10, 2023
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.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 11/29/2023 observed staff person #1's fire safety training is expired. The last one on file is dated 12/29/2021.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 10, 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). 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.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 11/29/2023 observed staff person #1's FBI clearance expired. The last one on file is dated 6/8/2018.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 10, 2023
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.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 11/29/2023 observed staff person #1's file did not include verification of current staff evaluation. The last one on file is dated 11/3/2021.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 10, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.75(b) · A first-aid kit must be inaccessible to children.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 11/29/2023 observed the first-aid kit child accessible in the room on the left of the main lobby.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 10, 2023
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 conducted on 11/29/2023 observed peeled paint in the room at the back of the lobby.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 10, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.82(h) · A facility person and an able child shall wash his hands after toileting and before eating. A sign on which this requirement is written shall be posted at each toilet, training chair, diapering area and sink in the facility.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 11/29/2023 observed the two bathrooms in the room on the right side of the main lobby and the bathroom in the back room did not have handwashing signs posted above the toilets and sinks.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 10, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.111(a)/3270.111(b) · A written plan of daily activities and routines, including a time for free play shall be established for each group. The plan shall be flexible to accommodate the needs of individual children and the dynamics of the group. The written plan of daily activities shall be posted in the group space.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 11/29/2023 observed the room on the right side of the lobby and the room in the back did not have a daily schedule posted.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 10, 2023
Category: physical safety. 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.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 11/29/2023 observed child #3's agreement did not specify the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 10, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. 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.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 11/29/2023 observed child #1, #2, #3, #4 and #5's agreement did not specify the date of the child's admission.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 10, 2023
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.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 11/29/2023 observed child #2's emergency contact information did not include the address of the child's physician or source of medical care.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 10, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(3) · Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 11/29/2023 observed child #4 and #5's emergency contact information did not include the work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 10, 2023
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.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 11/29/2023 observed child #2's emergency contact information did not include health insurance coverage. Observed child #4's emergency contact information did not include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 10, 2023
Category: health medication. 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 conducted on 11/29/2023 observed the room on the right side of the lobby and the room in the back did not have a written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency displayed conspicuously.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 10, 2023
Category: transportation. 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.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 11/29/2023 observed child 3's emergency contact information and financial agreement were not reviewed and updated within the 6-month time frame. The last updates were dated 1/5/2023.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 10, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(1) · A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP. The facility shall require the parent to provide updated written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of ongoing vaccines administered to an infant, toddler or preschool child in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 11/29/2023 observed child #2's health report did not include a current influenza vaccine. The last one was administered on 10/4/2021.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 10, 2023
Category: health medication. 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)).
During the renewal inspection conducted on 11/29/2023 observed the fire extinguisher was last inspected on 5/2022.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 10, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(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 renewal inspection conducted on 11/29/2023 observed child #1's health report did not include 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 Dec 10, 2023
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.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 11/29/2023 observed staff person #1's health assessment on file is expired. It was dated 11/22/2021.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 10, 2023
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.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 11/29/2023 observed the facility's emergency plan did not provide for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 10, 2023
Category: physical safety. 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 conducted on 11/29/2023 observed the facility did not have verification of annual emergency drill.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 10, 2023
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.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 11/29/2023 observed the last fire drill documented on the fire drill log was not within the 60-day time frame. The last one was dated 11/29/2022.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 10, 2023
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.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 11/29/2023 observed the operator did not 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.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 10, 2023
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 conducted on 11/29/2023 observed the operator did not have verification that a copy of the emergency plan and subsequent plan updates were sent to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 10, 2023
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.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 11/29/2023 observed staff person #1's file did not include the annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 10, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. 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.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 11/29/2023 observed child #3 and #4's record did not contain initial health reports.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 10, 2023
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). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # 2 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.
During the renewal inspection on 12/22/22, it was observed that the records of staff person #2 did not include the Federal Bureau of investigations (FBI) clearance as required by the CPSL.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 9, 2023
Category: background checks. 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 12/22/22, it was observed that there was no First Aid Kit in the school-age room
Corrected Corrected by Jan 16, 2023
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.
During the renewal inspection on 12/22/22, it was observed that the records of child #1 did not contain health insurance coverage for a child under a family policy. The records of child #2 did not contain policy number for a child under a family policy.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 9, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(e)(4) · The facility shall comply with the annual immunization reporting requirements in accordance with the Department of Health regulation in 28 Pa. Code §27.77.
During the renewal inspection on 12/22/22, it was observed that the records of child #2, child #3, and child #4 did not comply with the annual immunization reporting requirements with Influenza vaccines dated 9/22/21, 7/29/21 and 2/17/20 respectively.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 9, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.151(a) · 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.
During the renewal inspection on 12/22/22, it was observed that the records of staff #1 did not contain an updated heath assessment-health record dated 9/16/20. The records of staff #2 did not contain a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a childcare setting
Corrected Corrected by Jan 16, 2023
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.151(c)(2) · An adult health assessment must include tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment. Subsequent tuberculosis screening is not required unless directed by a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department.
During the renewal inspection on 12/22/22, it was observe that the records of staff person #2 did not include tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 9, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.182(3)/3270.182(5) · A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission. 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.
During the renewal inspection on 12/22/22, it was observed that the records of child #1 did not contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care and signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 9, 2023
Category: ratio. 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 12/22/22, it was observed that there was no document to verify that an emergency drill was conducted annually.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 13, 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 12/22/22, it was observed that there was no document to verify that the emergency plan was sent to the local municipality.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 16, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(b) · A parent shall receive the original agreement. The facility shall retain a copy of the agreement.
During the unannounced inspection on 5/11/22 it was observed that the family did not receive the original agreement document and the facility Director verified that it was unknown for the families to receive the document
Corrected Corrected by Jun 13, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. 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 unannounced inspection on 5/17/22, it was observed that the records of facility person #1 did not contain training regarding the emergency plan.
Corrected Corrected by May 31, 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.
During the unannounced inspection on 5/17/22, it was observed that the records of facility person #1 did not include fire safety training conducted by a fire protection professional
Corrected Corrected by May 31, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. 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.
During the unannounced inspection on 5/17/22, it was observed that the records of facility person #1 did not include a written evaluation of staff persons on a regular basis
Corrected Corrected by May 31, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. 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 unannounced inspection on 5/11/22, it was observed that there were water stained tiles in the ceiling of the infant room
Corrected Corrected by Jun 15, 2022
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.191 · An individual record is required for each facility person.
During the unannounced inspection on 5/11/22, it was observed that there was no individual record onsite for facility person #1to be reviewed
Corrected Corrected by May 17, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.192(3) · 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 unannounced inspection on 5/17/22, it was observed that the records of facility person #1 did not 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.
Corrected Corrected by May 31, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.192(4) · 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 #--- may not work in a child care position at the facility.
During the renewal inspection on 5/17/22, it was observed that the records of facility person #1 included a Mandated Reporter training with an illegible date-date could not be read
Corrected Corrected by May 31, 2022
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(h) · All staff persons shall complete the professional development under subsection (f).
During the unannounced inspection on 5/17/22, it was observed that the records of facility person #1 did not include the Health and safety training as required by the CCDBG
Corrected Corrected by May 31, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.94(a)(1)/3270.94(a)(9) · 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. The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that a written record is maintained on file at the facility indicating the specific time of day of the drill, the hypothetical location of the fire, the evacuation time, and the names of the facility persons and the number of children who participate in the fire drill.
During the unannounced inspection on 5/11/22, it was observed that there was no fire drill conducted within the last 60 days and no testing of the fire detection system within the last 30 days-fire drill recording document was blank
Corrected Corrected by May 12, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. 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.
During the renewal inspection on 5/11/22, it was observed that the fire extinguishers in the facility were not tagged within the last year-tags on the extinguishers were dated March 2021
Corrected Corrected by May 25, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. 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.
During the unannounced inspection on 5/17/22 it was observed that the records of facility person #1 did not include an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.
Corrected Corrected by May 31, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.19(a) · An operator or a staff person who has reason to believe that a child enrolled in the facility has been abused is required to report suspected child abuse to ChildLine as mandated by the CPSL.
During the inspection on 1/28/22-2/25/22, provider was unable to submit documentation to verify that reports of suspected child abuse were reported to ChildLine through the hotline at (800) 932-0313, online, or any other method as prescribed by the Department.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 14, 2022
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(f)/3270.31(h) · Staff persons shall complete professional development in the following topics within 90 days of hire: All staff persons shall complete the professional development under subsection (f).
During an unannounced visit on 1/24/22, continued noncompliance from 11/18/21 was observed since the record of facility person #1's record did not contain verification of Health and safety training as required by the CCDBG
Corrected Corrected by Jan 28, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.151(a) · 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.
During an unannounced visit on 1/24/22, continued non-compliance from 11/18/21 was observed since the record of facility person #1 did not include an updated health assessment record.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 28, 2022
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.
During the renewal inspection on 11/18/21, it was observed that the records of facility person #1 and facility person #3 did not contain an updated emergency plan training on an annual basis
Corrected Corrected by Dec 1, 2021
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 inspection on 11/18/21, it was observed that the records of facility person #3 did not include updated training, at least annually, in fire safety training conducted by a fire protection professional
Corrected Corrected by Dec 18, 2021
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(f)/3270.31(h) · Staff persons shall complete professional development in the following topics within 90 days of hire: All staff persons shall complete the professional development under subsection (f).
During the renewal inspection on 11/18/21, it was observed that the records of facility person #1 did not include acceptable health and Safety training as required by the CCDBG
Corrected Corrected by Dec 18, 2021
Category: health medication. 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 11/18/21, it was observed that there was no lid on the trash can in the bathroom of the infant room
Corrected Corrected by Nov 30, 2021
Category: health medication. 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.
During the renewal inspection on 11/18/21, it was observed that the refrigerator near the food prep area displayed a temperature of 57 degrees Fahrenheit. No thermometer available inside the refrigerator.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 30, 2021
Category: nutrition. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.111(a)/3270.111(b) · A written plan of daily activities and routines, including a time for free play shall be established for each group. The plan shall be flexible to accommodate the needs of individual children and the dynamics of the group. The written plan of daily activities shall be posted in the group space.
During the renewal inspection on 11/18/21, it was observed that there was no written plan of daily activities posted in the Infant, toddler or School -Age classrooms
Corrected Corrected by Nov 30, 2021
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 11/18/21, it was observed that there was no written plan posted identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency in the school-age room
Corrected Corrected by Nov 30, 2021
Category: transportation. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.151(a) · 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.
During the renewal inspection on 11/18/21, it was observed that the records of facility person #1 did not include an updated health assessment-Health assessment submitted dated 9/12/19
Corrected Corrected by Dec 13, 2021
Category: ratio. 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 o n 11/18/.21, it was observed that the records of facility person #2 did not include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 1, 2021
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 11/18/21, it was observed that the record of facility person #2 did not include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person-I reference submitted
Corrected Corrected by Nov 30, 2021
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.
During the renewal inspection on 11/18/21, It was observed that the facility's current certificate of compliance was not posted in a conspicuous location used by parents and the provider did not make available the means by which the provider provides the parent of an enrolled child with information on how to access the regulations in this chapter electronically and with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional child care office.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 1, 2021
Marked corrected in the state record.