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5736 Chester Ave, Philadelphia PA 19143 · License #CER-00238810 · Center · Child Care Center
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3270.181(a) · An operator shall establish and maintain an individual record for each child enrolled in the facility.
During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed child #1-5 did not have an individual record on file.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 27, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. 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.
During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed in the downstairs bathroom there were cleaning supplies accessible to children.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 11, 2026
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 the cert rep observed there was no shaken baby syndrome policy on file.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 27, 2026
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
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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 the cert rep observed continuity of operations was not included in the emergency plan.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 27, 2026
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 the cert rep observed there was no liability insurance on file.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 27, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.21 · Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.
During the renewal inspection cert rep was let into the child care center by 2 persons who were inside the child care facility while a funeral was being held. I asked them if the director was available and was told they did not know because they were leaving from a funeral. Cert rep walked into the office and called out for the director. No one answered, so cert rep walked around to the greenway room and also saw other people walking in the hallways of the child care facility who were not staff. Once cert rep reached the greenway room there were 2 staff persons and 14 children in care.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 27, 2026
Category: health medication. 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 the cert rep observed staff #2 did not have emergency plan training on file.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 27, 2026
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.
During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed staff #1 and 2 did not have health and safety training on file.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 27, 2026
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). SAFETY PLAN: The operator is required to submit to the Children and Youth Agency a plan of supervision or alternate arrangement as required by the Child Protective Services Law. LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person #1 may not work in a child care position at the facility. PROVISIONAL HIRE UNSUPERVISED: A provisional employee may not be permitted to work alone with children and must work within the vicinity of a permanent employee. A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #1 may not work in a child care position at the facility.
During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed staff #1 did not have FBI clearance and mandated reporter training on file.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 27, 2026
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.52 · When children are grouped in mixed age levels, the age of the youngest child in the group determines the staff:child ratio and maximum group size in accordance with the requirements in § 3270.51 (relating to similar age level). IF USING TIERED LIS: The required staff:child ratios must be maintained at all times.The legal entity must submit documentation in a format approved by DHS proving that the facility is maintaining the required staff:child ratios at all times. The legal entity will confirm continuing compliance by sending copies of the documentation to the -------- Region Office on a weekly basis for a period of three months after DHS approves the documentation format.
During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed in the greenway room there were 2 staff with 14 mixed school age children. The one staff left the greenway room to go into the office leaving 14 children to 1 staff person.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 27, 2026
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.61(f)/3270.62(d) · Indoor space in which children are receiving care may not be used simultaneously for other business, commercial, social or another purpose unrelated to the child care being offered. Outdoor or indoor play space in which children are receiving care may not be used simultaneously for other business, commercial, social or another purpose unrelated to the child care being offered.
During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed persons in the music room that were not staff bringing in products to set up for a food giveaway.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 27, 2026
Category: nutrition. 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 the cert rep observed the first aid kit in the greenway room did not include gloves and tweezers.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 27, 2026
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.82(g) · Toilet areas and fixtures shall be cleaned daily and be in good repair.
During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed the downstairs bathroom was not clean.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 27, 2026
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 the cert rep observed the refrigerator did not have a thermometer.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 27, 2026
Category: nutrition. 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. Children must be supervised at all times.
During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed a child was in the bathroom unsupervised.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 27, 2026
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(c) · When children are in the facility, emergency contact information shall be present in a child care space for children receiving care in the space.
During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed the emergency contacts were not present in the child care space in the greenway or the parlor classroom.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 27, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) · A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem. A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.
During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed staff #1 and 2 did not have a complete health assessment on file with TB.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 27, 2026
Category: ratio. 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 the cert rep observed staff #2 did not have two written nonfamily references on file.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 27, 2026
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 the cert rep observed documentation of testing fire safety system every 30 or documentation of annual testing from a fire safety professional was not on file.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 27, 2026
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 the cert rep observed a copy of the emergency plan was not sent to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 27, 2026
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.61(b) · Indoor child care space may not be used simultaneously as play space.
During the renewal inspection cert rep observed the indoor play space was not set up for indoor play space.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 22, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.69(b) · Hot water temperature, in areas accessible to children, may not exceed 110° F.
During the renewal inspection cert rep observed the hot water temperature in the girls and boys bathroom was 112 degrees and 111 in the basement bathroom.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 22, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.171(c) · Written notification of safe routes shall be posted by the operator at a conspicuous location in the child care facility.
During the renewal inspection cert rep observed a written notification of safe routes was not posted in the child care facility.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 22, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(a)(5) · An agreement shall specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
During the unannounced monitoring visit from the renewal inspection on 10/2/2024 child #1-3 and 5 fee agreement did not include the release persons name.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 13, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(a)(6) · An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission.
During the unannounced monitoring visit from the renewal inspection on 10/2/2024 child #1-5 fee agreement did not include the date of admission.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 13, 2025
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 unannounced monitoring visit from the renewal inspection on 10/2/2024 child #5 emergency contact did not include the name of the physician.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 13, 2025
Category: health medication. 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.
During the unannounced monitoring visit from the renewal inspection on 10/2/2024 child #4 and 5 emergency contact did not include the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care and for emergency medical care for the child.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 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.
During the unannounced monitoring visit from the renewal inspection on 10/2/2024 child #2 emergency contact did not include the release persons address.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 13, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(c) · When children are in the facility, emergency contact information shall be present in a child care space for children receiving care in the space.
During the unannounced monitoring visit from the renewal inspection on 10/2/2024 4 emergency contacts were not present in the child care space while children were receiving care.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 13, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(d)(5) · A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP.
During the unannounced monitoring visit from the renewal inspection on 10/2/2024 child #1 and 5 did not have a complete immunization chart on file.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 13, 2025
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.
During the renewal inspection cert rep observed staff #3 did not have pediatric first aid and CPR on file.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 22, 2024
Category: health medication. 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 cert rep observed there is no Shaken Baby Syndrome policy on file.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 22, 2024
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 cert rep observed there is no general liability insurance on file.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 22, 2024
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 cert rep observed the last fire drill was conducted on 7/10/2024.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 22, 2024
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 cert rep observed staff #2-5 did not have emergency plan training on file.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 22, 2024
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 cert rep observed staff #4 did not have fire safety training on file.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 22, 2024
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.
During the renewal inspection cert rep observed staff #3 does not have Health and Safety training on file.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 22, 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). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person #3 -- may not work in a child care position at the facility. PROVISIONAL HIRE UNSUPERVISED: A provisional employee may not be permitted to work alone with children and must work within the vicinity of a permanent employee. A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #3 may not work in a child care position at the facility.
During the renewal inspection cert rep observed staff #3 does not have State Police clearance, NSOR certificate and a disclosure on file.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 22, 2024
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.69(b) · Hot water temperature, in areas accessible to children, may not exceed 110° F.
During the renewal inspection cert rep observed the girls bathroom water temperature was 112 and 116 degree, and the basement bathroom was 117 and 116.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 22, 2024
Category: physical safety. 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 cert rep observed the first aid kit did not include soap.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 22, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(c) · When children are in the facility, emergency contact information shall be present in a child care space for children receiving care in the space.
During the renewal inspection cert rep observed there was no emergency contact information present in the child care space while the children were receiving care in the space.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 22, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(a)(4)/3270.131(d)(5) · 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). A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP.
During the renewal inspection cert rep observed child #2, 4 and 5 did not have a health assessment on file with immunizations. Child #1 did not have immunizations on file.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 22, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.171(c) · Written notification of safe routes shall be posted by the operator at a conspicuous location in the child care facility.
During the renewal inspection cert rep observed no written notification of safe routes was posted in a conspicuous location at the facility.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 22, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.181(a) · An operator shall establish and maintain an individual record for each child enrolled in the facility.
During the renewal inspection cert rep observed child 1-5 emergency contact and fee agreement was not on file.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 22, 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.
During the renewal inspection cert rep observed staff #2 did not have two written nonfamily references on file.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 22, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.27(a)(6)/3270.27(f) · Emergency drills shall be conducted annually. Annual emergency drills shall be documented and on file at the facility. 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 cert rep observed the annual emergency drill was not on file and not sent to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 22, 2024
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 renewal inspection cert rep observed staff #1 and 4 did not have 12 clock hours of child care training on file.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 22, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.52 · When children are grouped in mixed age levels, the age of the youngest child in the group determines the staff: child ratio and maximum group size in accordance with the requirements in § 3270.51 (relating to similar age level). The required staff: child ratios must be maintained at all times.
During unannounced monitoring on 9/26/23, while doing a walkthrough of the facility, Cert Rep and Cert Supervisor observed the following: Staff # 1 was alone in the Greenway classroom with 16 children (a mixed young school age and older school age), while Staff # 2 had children using the restroom.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 26, 2023
Category: supervision. 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. Children must be supervised at all times.
During unannounced monitoring on 9/26/23, while doing a walkthrough of the facility, Cert Rep and Cert Supervisor observed the following: Staff # 1 was observed sending the boys to use the restroom that was not visible to be able to see, hear, assess and direct children.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 26, 2023
Category: supervision. 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 unannounced monitoring on 9/26/23, while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep and Cert Supervisor observed the following: - Staff # 3 and # 4 did not have documentation of 2 nonfamily references in file.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 3, 2023
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(d)(1) · A health report shall include a review of the child's health history.
During unannounced inspection on 7/19/23, Cert Rep observed the following: Child # 4 did not have documentation of a child health report in file.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 27, 2023
Category: health medication. 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 unannounced inspection on 7/19/23, Staff # 13 did not have documentation of emergency plan training in file.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 19, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.33(a)/3270.192(4) · A staff person or a substitute staff person shall meet one of the applicable staff qualifications for the position in which the person is performing. 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.
Staff # 11 listed as office staff applied for NSOR on 3/2/22 but does not have documentation in file to show completed clearance
Corrected Corrected by Sep 27, 2023
Category: background checks. 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 unannounced inspection on 7/19/23, Staff # 1 did not have documentation of staff eval in file.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 27, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.65 · Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.
During unannounced inspection on 7/19/23, while doing a walk-through of the facility, Cert Rep observed the following: - Missing outlet covers in the Performing Arts room located on 2nd floor.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 19, 2023
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 unannounced inspection on 7/19/23, while doing a walk-through of the facility, Cert Rep observed the following: - the first aid kit in the Performing arts room was missing gloves
Corrected Corrected by Jul 19, 2023
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.
During unannounced inspection on 7/19/23, Cert Rep observed the following: - Peeling paint in the performing arts room located on the 2nd floor
Corrected Corrected by Sep 27, 2023
Category: physical safety. 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 unannounced inspection on 7/19/23, Cert Rep observed the following; - The refrigerator located in the basement did not have a thermometer.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 27, 2023
Category: nutrition. 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 unannounced inspection on 7/19/23, Cert Rep observed the following - Child # 3's emergency contact did not have health insurance and policy number listed.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 27, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) · A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem. A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.
During unannounced inspection on 7/19/23, Cert Rep observed the following: Staff # 4, 6,11, and # 13 did not have documentation of a health assessment and TB in file.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 27, 2023
Category: ratio. 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 unannounced inspection on 7/19/23, Cert Rep observed the following: Staff # 2,4,7,.11 and # 13 did not have documentation of 2 non-family references in file.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 27, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.14/3270.21 · A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations.State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.
During renewal inspection on 6/21/23. while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following: - Staff # 1 did not have the mandatory 1-hr health and safety in file
Corrected Corrected by Jun 21, 2023
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 renewal inspection on 6/21/23. while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following: Staff# 11 did not have documentation of emergency plan training in file
Corrected Corrected by Jun 21, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.27(d) · The operator shall post the emergency plan in the facility at a conspicuous location.
During renewal inspection on 6/21/23, while doing a walk-through of the facility Cert Rep observed the following: - The facility did not have the emergency plan posted in a conspicuous location used by parents
Corrected Corrected by Jun 21, 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 renewal inspection on 6/21/23. while doing a walkthrough of the facility, Cert Rep observed the following: - Missing handwashing signs at the sink in the kitchen located in the basement
Corrected Corrected by Jun 21, 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 # --, may not work in a childcare 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 #--- may not work in a child care position at the facility.
During renewal inspection on 6/21/23. while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following: - Staff #2 and # 6 did not have receipt in file to show that the FBI clearance was not applied for under the 45-day provisional waiver hire. Staff # 2 and # 6 does not met the requirement. - Staff # 3's NSOR receipt is dated 11/3/22 and is not in file - Staff # 11 listed as office staff applied on 3/2/22 for NSOR but does not have documentation of NSOR clearance in file. - Staff # 2, #4, #8, and #11 did not have documentation of disclosure statement in file
Corrected Corrected by Jun 21, 2023
Category: background checks. 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 renewal inspection on 6/21/23, while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following: - Staff # 1 did not have documentation of staff evaluation in file
Corrected Corrected by Jun 21, 2023
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.
During renewal inspection on 6/21/23. while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following: - Staff # 2 and # 7 listed as an AGS did not have verification of 2 years childcare experience in file - Staff # 4 and # 6 listed as an AGS did not have high school diploma and 2 verification of 2 years childcare experience in file
Corrected Corrected by Jun 21, 2023
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.65 · Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.
During renewal inspection on 6/21/23. while doing a walkthrough of the facility, Cert Rep observed the following: - There were missing outlet covers in the Performing Arts Room located on the 2nd floor.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 21, 2023
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 renewal inspection on 6/21/23. while doing a walkthrough of the facility, Cert Rep observed the following: - the first aid kit in the Performing arts classroom was missing gloves
Corrected Corrected by Jun 21, 2023
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.
During renewal inspection on 6/21/23. while doing a walkthrough of the facility, Cert Rep observed the following: - Peeling paint in the Performing arts room located on the 2nd floor - peeling paint the entire length of the hallway facing the entrance where the baseboard should be
Corrected Corrected by Jul 5, 2023
Category: physical safety. 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 renewal inspection on 6/21/23. while doing a walkthrough of the facility, Cert Rep observed the following: The refrigerator located in the basement kitchen did not have a thermometer.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 21, 2023
Category: nutrition. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.111(b) · The written plan of daily activities shall be posted in the group space.
During renewal inspection on 6/21/23. while doing a walkthrough of the facility Cert Rep observed the following: The Parlor room located on the first floor did not a written plan of daily activities posted
Corrected Corrected by Jun 21, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(a) · An agreement shall be signed by the operator and the parent.
During renewal inspection on 6/21/23. while reviewing children's files, Cert Rep observed the following: Child # 1-4's agreement did not have operator's signature
Corrected Corrected by Jun 21, 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 renewal inspection on 6/21/23. while reviewing children's files, Cert Rep observed the following: Child # 2, and # 3 did not have health insurance coverage and policy number listed on emergency contact.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 21, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(d)(1) · A health report shall include a review of the child's health history.
During renewal inspection on 6/21/23. while reviewing children's files, Cert Rep observed the following: Child # 4 did not have documentation of child health report
Corrected Corrected by Jun 21, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) · A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem. A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.
During renewal inspection on 6/21/23. while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following: - Staff # 4, # 6, # 7, # 10 and # 11 did not have documentation of health assessment and TB in file - Staff # 5's health assessment was dated 8/6/20
Corrected Corrected by Jun 21, 2023
Category: ratio. 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 renewal inspection on 6/21/23. while reviewing children's files, Cert Rep observed the following: Child # 1, and # 2 did not have parental signature on the emergency contacts, but had initials.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 21, 2023
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.
During renewal inspection on 6/21/23. while reviewing children's files, Cert Rep observed the following: Child # 1, # 2 did not have signed parental consent, but had initials
Corrected Corrected by Jun 21, 2023
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.
During renewal inspection on 6/21/23. while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following: - Staff # 2,4,7,9, and # 11 did not have documentation of 2 non-family references in file.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 21, 2023
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 renewal inspection on 6/21/23, while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following - Staff # 1 had 2 completed childcare training hours and not 12 hours
Corrected Corrected by Jun 21, 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.
The facility did not have verification of initial emergency plan training for staff member #3, hired 9/8/2022.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 3, 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.
The current Pediatric First Aid and Pediatric CPR training certificate observed in staff member's #3 filles was not provided by approved PQAS training professional.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 3, 2023
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(f)/3270.192(2)(ii) · Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.
The files for staff members #2 and #4, both hired 9/2018; did not contain verification of completion of the required pre-service Health and Safety topics.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 3, 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 # -- may not work in a child care position at the facility. PROVISIONAL HIRE UNSUPERVISED: A provisional employee may not be permitted to work alone with children and must work within the vicinity of a permanent employee.
The file for staff member #1, hired August 2022; did not contain a completed FBI or PA State Police clearance. The file for staff member #2, hired 9/20/2018; contained a Department of Education FBI clearance which is not accepted by the Office of Child Development and Early Learning (OCDEL).
Corrected Corrected by Jan 3, 2023
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(a)(5) · An agreement shall specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
The agreement forms observed for child #1, #2, #3, #4 and #5 did not include a space for parents to designated release persons to whom the child may be released.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 3, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) · A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem. A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.
The file for staff member #1, hired 8/2022; didn't contain an initial health assessment. The staff members file only contained TB results dated 5/6/2022.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 3, 2023
Category: ratio. 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.
The emergency contact form for child #1, child #3 and child #5 did not have the parents' signature for consent of emergency medical and minor first-aid.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 3, 2023
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(e)/3270.192(2)(iii) · A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.
The files for staff members #4 and #5 did not contain verification of the annual 12 clock hours of childcare training.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 3, 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). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # 2-- may not work in a 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- may not work in a position at the facility.
During unannounced monitoring on 12/2/21, the file of facility person #2 hired 7/9/21does not contain a completed child abuse, DHS required FBI clearance, NSOR verification, or a signed disclosure statement. The LE does not have an approved waiver to hire provisionally. The file does not contain copies of request(s) for the clearances/verification, and the disclosure statement required for provisional hiring under the CPSL.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 2, 2021
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.54(b) · At least two facility persons shall be present when children are on an excursion away from the facility. At a minimum, one of the facility persons shall be a staff person. All Staff must do 2 hours of approved ratio training on Better Kid Care Website
During unannounced visit on 12/2/21, Cert Rep observed Staff # 1 alone escorting 22 school age children to the facility
Corrected Corrected by Dec 21, 2021
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) · A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem.A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.
During unannounced monitoring on 12/2/21, Facility person # 2 whose hire date 7/9/21 did not have documentation of health assessment in file
Corrected Corrected by Dec 2, 2021
Category: ratio. 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 unannounced 12/2/21, Facility person # 2 whose hire date 7/9/21 did not have documentation of 2 non-family references in file
Corrected Corrected by Dec 2, 2021
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 renewal inspection on 11/3/21, while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following - Staff # 7 and 8 listed as volunteers did not have emergency plan training in file
Corrected Corrected by Nov 3, 2021
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(f) · Staff persons shall complete professional development in the following topics within 90 days of hire:
During renewal inspection on 11/3/2021 while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed that Staff # 4 whose hire date 6/2021 did not have documentation of Health and Safety training in file
Corrected Corrected by Nov 3, 2021
Category: health medication. 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.
During renewal inspection on 11/3/2021 while reviewing staff files, Staff # 4 whose hire date did not have documentation of 2500 childcare hours to qualify as Assistant Group Supervisor
Corrected Corrected by Nov 3, 2021
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.52 · When children are grouped in mixed age levels, the age of the youngest child in the group determines the staff:child ratio and maximum group size in accordance with the requirements in § 3270.51 (relating to similar age level. The required staff:child ratios must be maintained at all times.
During physical site visit on 11/10/21, Cert Rep observed Staff # 2 alone with 18 children ( mixed age group- young/old school age) in the Greenway room
Corrected Corrected by Nov 10, 2021
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.54(b) · At least two facility persons shall be present when children are on an excursion away from the facility. At a minimum, one of the facility persons shall be a staff person.
During physical site visit on 11/10/21, Cert Rep observed Staff# 2 walking 23 children ( mixed age group of young and older school age children) to the facility
Corrected Corrected by Nov 10, 2021
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.75(a) · A first-aid kit shall be in a child care space.
During renewal inspection on 11/3/2021 while doing a walk through of the facility, Cert Rep observed that the Music room located in the basement's facility did not have a first aid kit tin the child care space
Corrected Corrected by Nov 3, 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 renewal inspection on 11/3/2021 while doing a walk through of the facility, Cert Rep observed that the trash can in the basement bathroom and the 1st floor boys bathroom did not have a lid
Corrected Corrected by Nov 3, 2021
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(a)/3270.182(8) · An agreement shall be signed by the operator and the parent.A child's record shall contain a copy of the initial agreement and subsequent written agreements between the parent and the operator. The parent receives the original agreement.
During renewal inspection on 11/3/2021 while reviewing children's files, Child # 1-6 agreements were incomplete
Corrected Corrected by Nov 3, 2021
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) · A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem.A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.
During renewal inspection on 11/3/2021 while observing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following: - Staff # 6 whose hire date 1/2015 did not have a staff health form in file - Staff # 7 listed as volunteer did not have a health assessment in file
Corrected Corrected by Nov 3, 2021
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.191 · An individual record is required for each facility person.
During physical site visit on 11/10/21, Cert Rep observed Facility person # 9 at the facility, but did not receive a file for Facility # 9
Corrected Corrected by Nov 10, 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 renewal inspection on 11/3/2021 while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed Staff # 4 whose hire date 6/2021 had documentation of 1 written reference in file
Corrected Corrected by Nov 3, 2021
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.94(a)(5) · The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that evacuation routes are posted in a conspicuous location on each floor of the facility.
During renewal inspection on 11/3/2021 while doing a walk through of the facility, Cert Rep observed that there was no evacuation route posted in the Music room located in the basement's facility
Corrected Corrected by Nov 3, 2021
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.