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16TH & SOUTH STREETS, Philadelphia PA 19146 · License #CER-00248960 · Center · Child Care Center
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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.
Disposition: Compliant - Finalized
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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 inspection, the provider did not have a policy and procedure to identify the prevention of shaken baby syndrome, abusive head trauma, and child maltreatment.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 16, 2023
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · CPSL. Facility Person #--- may not work in a child care position at the facility.
The file of staff person #2 doh (see lis code sheet), did not include a copy of the NSOR history information as required under the CPSL. The file of staff person #3 doh (see lis code sheet), did not include a copy of the NSOR history information as required under the CPSL. The file of staff person #4 doh (see lis code sheet), did not include updated copies of Criminal, Child abuse or FBI history information as required under the CPSL.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 29, 2022
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.67(c) · Evidence of infestation of insects or rodents in the facility is not permitted.
At the time of inspection, certification representative observed mice droppings in the indoor play space.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 29, 2022
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 inspection, certification representative observed peeled paint in Drexel, George Town, Providence, OST rooms and the hallway on the second floor of the main building.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 16, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.106(a) · Individual, clean, age-appropriate rest equipment shall be provided for preschool, toddler and infant children as agreed between the child's parent and the operator. The rest equipment shall be labeled for the use of a specific child and used only by the specified child.
At the time of inspection, the rest equipment was not labeled for the use of a specific child.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 8, 2022
Category: physical safety. 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 inspection, the emergency contact information for children #1 and 2 did not include the address and or telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 16, 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.
At the time of inspection, staff person #1 did not have a valid health assessment.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 16, 2023
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.151(c)(3)/3270.151(c)(5) · An adult health assessment must include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination. An adult health assessment must include the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care.
At the time of inspection, the health assessment for staff person # 5 did not include an examination for communicable diseases.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 16, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.192(2)(iii) · 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.A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.
AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION THE FILE FOR STAFF PERSON #1 DID NOT CONTAIN VERIFICATION OF PEDIATRIC FIRST-AID AND CPR.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 26, 2022
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services).
AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION STAFF PERSONS #3,4,5,7,8,9 AND 10
Corrected Corrected by Jan 24, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · Facility Person #--- may not work in a child care position at the facility.
THE FILE OF STAFF PERSON #2, HIRED 9/27/2021, DID NOT CONTAIN A COPY OF THE CRIMINAL OR FBI HISTORY INFORMATION REQUIRED THE CPSL.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 21, 2022
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 INSPECTION THE EMERGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION FOR CHILDREN # 1,2 AND 3.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 24, 2022
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.
AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION STAFF PERSONS # 4 AND 6 DID NOT HAVE UPDATED HEALTH ASSESSMENTS.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 24, 2022
Category: ratio. 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.
DURING THE INVESTIGATION IT WAS REVEALED THAT STAFF PERSON #1, COULD NOT EXPLAIN THE INJURIES ON A CHILD UNDER STAFF PERSON #1 CARE.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 23, 2021
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.