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5535 Spruce St, Philadelphia PA 19139 · License #CER-00253946 · 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.
During the unannounced inspection on 07/31/2025, emergency plan training was not on file for staff person one.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 4, 2025
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 07/31/2025, staff person one did not have record of Fire Safety Training on file.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 4, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
Disposition: Compliant - Finalized
Disposition: Compliant - Finalized
Disposition: Compliant - Finalized
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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 07/31/2025, staff person one did not have written evaluation on file.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 4, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.77(a) · Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.
During the unannounced inspection on 07/31/2025, peeling paint was observed on front wall toward front of main space.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 4, 2025
Category: physical safety. 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 unannounced inspection on 07/31/2025, staff person one only had health assessment dated 08/12/2022 on file.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 4, 2025
Category: ratio. 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 unannounced inspection on 07/31/2025, staff person one did not have PQAS approved Pediatric First Aid Training on file.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 4, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.95(b) · 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 unannounced inspection on 07/31/2025, the annual fire inspection on file was dated 07/14/2024.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 21, 2025
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 07/31/2025, staff person one did not have record of annual 12 clock hours on file.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 4, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 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 Renewal Inspection, there was no written record for Fire Drills maintained on file at the facility.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 28, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) · Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises. The legal entity must arrange for all facility staff to receive a minimum of two hours of training regarding supervision of children. The legal entity must receive DHS approval of the training content prior to scheduling the training.
On November 1st, 2024, staff member # 1 was outside with 4 children in the outdoor play space when one child escaped the property briefly without their knowledge.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 17, 2025
Category: supervision. 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.
A representative observed trash can in bathroom had a large cracked lid.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 8, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.75(d) · One first-aid kit per child care group must accompany children and facility persons on excursions from the facility. Each first aid kit taken on an excursion must contain a bottle of water in addition to the items specified at §3270.75(c).
None of the first-aid kits at the building included a bottle of water.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 8, 2024
Category: health medication. 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.
A representative observed staff members number 1,2 and 3 did not have current fire safety training.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 8, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.75(c) · A first-aid kit must contain the following: soap, an assortment of adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, tweezers, tape, scissors and disposable, nonporous gloves.
Representative observed first aid kit in the middle room contained no soap.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 8, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.102(a) · Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts.
Representative observed a red buggy stroller in the outdoor play space area which included no straps for any of the seats. There were colorful tiled mats also in the outdoor play area that were extremely dirty.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 8, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.104(a) · Furniture must be durable, safe, easily cleaned and appropriate for the child's size, age and special needs.
Representative observed colorful play mats used to sit on by staff and children during free play were heavily soiled.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 8, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.134(a) · A staff person shall ensure that a child's hands are washed before meals and snacks, after toileting and after being diapered.
During the inspection, a representative observed children during snack time that did not wash hands before eating.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 22, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.166(4) · Disposable nursers and bottles shall be labeled with the child's name.
A representative observed water cups for children located in the fridge had no label with the children's names.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 25, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(e) · A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training. Obtain and submit written verification of annual minimum 12 hours of child care training for the identified staff person.
One staff person's record did not contain written verification of annual minimum 12 hours of child care training. (#1)
Corrected Corrected by Nov 4, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.75(d) · One first-aid kit per child care group must accompany children and facility persons on excursions from the facility. Each first aid kit taken on an excursion must contain a bottle of water in addition to the items specified at §3270.75(c). Notify all staff of the requirement that one first-aid kit per child care group must accompany children and facility persons on excursions from the facility. Submit written documentation of the staff notification.
On 7/5/23 at approximately 3:15pm, children were observed outdoors in a group activity and there was no first aid kit accompanying the children.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 19, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(d) · When children leave the facility on walking and riding excursions, emergency contact information specific to each child on the excursion shall accompany a staff person on the excursion. Establish and submit a written protocol to ensure that the emergency contact information specific to each child on the excursion accompany a staff person on the excursion.
On 7/5/23 at approximately 3:15pm, children were observed outdoors in a group activity and emergency contact information specific to each child did not accompanying the staff person outdoors with the children.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 19, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. 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. Establish and submit a written protocol to ensure that the written medical emergency transportation plan accompanies a staff person who leaves on excursions with children.
On 7/5/23 at approximately 3:15pm, children were observed outdoors in a group activity and a written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency did not accompany a staff person who was outdoors with the children. emergency contact information specific to each child did not accompanying the staff person outdoors with the children.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 19, 2023
Category: transportation. 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: 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.
The facility was not in compliance with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services): One staff person's record did not contain the required CPSL hiring documents. (#10 hired 2/13/23- no proof of request for FBI) prior to working with children.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 1, 2023
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.51/3270.52 · When children are grouped in similar age levels, the following maximum child group sizes and ratios of staff persons apply: Infants 1:4 with a maximum group size of 8; Young toddlers 1:5 with a maximum group size of 10; Older toddlers 1:6 with a maximum group size of 12; Preschool children 1:10 with a maximum group size of 20; Young school-age children 1:12 with a maximum group size of 24; Older school-age children 1:15 with a maximum group size of 30. 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 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 SE Region Office on a weekly basis for a period of three months after DHS approves the documentation format.
On 3/1/23 at approximately 1:45pm, one staff person was observed caring for a mixed age group of 5 infants/younger and older toddlers ( ages birth to 2 years of age) in the infant/toddler area. Staff person #1 provided the ages of the children
Corrected Corrected by Aug 4, 2023
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.51/3270.52 · When children are grouped in similar age levels, the following maximum child group sizes and ratios of staff persons apply: Infants 1:4 with a maximum group size of 8; Young toddlers 1:5 with a maximum group size of 10; Older toddlers 1:6 with a maximum group size of 12; Preschool children 1:10 with a maximum group size of 20; Young school-age children 1:12 with a maximum group size of 24; Older school-age children 1:15 with a maximum group size of 30. 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.
On 3/1/23 at approximately 1:45pm, one staff person was observed caring for a mixed age group of 5 infants/younger and older toddlers ( ages birth to 2 years of age) in the infant/toddler area. Staff person #1 provided the ages of the children
Corrected Corrected by Mar 1, 2023
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.151(c)(3) · An adult health assessment must include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination. Obtain and submit an updated health assessment that includes the missing required information.
One staff person's health assessment did not include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination and the physician`s or CRNP`s assessment of the person`s suitability to provide childcare.(#1)
Corrected Corrected by Apr 1, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.151(c)(5) · An adult health assessment must include the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care. Obtain and submit written verification of the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care.
One staff person's record did not contain written verification of the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care. (#1)
Corrected Corrected by Apr 1, 2023
Category: health medication. 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. Obtain and submit the required written references as specified for the identified staff person. Ensure that all facility staff records contain written references as specified.
One/two/several facility person's record/s did not include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. (#1)
Corrected Corrected by Apr 1, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.61(h) · The capacity established for an indoor space may not be exceeded. Reduce the number of children in care. Complete daily documentation that indicates the number of children enrolled and present daily to ensure ongoing compliance with capacity requirements. Submit this documentation for a period of 3 months.
The facility has an established capacity for 17 and there were 19 children observed in care.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 4, 2023
Category: ratio. 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. Post a copy of the facility's current certificate of compliance and regulations in a conspicuous location as specified.
The facility's current certificate of compliance was not posted in a conspicuous location used by parents, with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional day care office posted at the same location.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 8, 2023
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.20(e) · Copies of reports of injury, death or fire shall be kept in a file at the facility.
Provider did not have incident report on file nor did provider notify OCDEL of child's injury.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 30, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. 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.
Durning complaint investigation staff walked to back of facility and left children in the front of the facility unattended.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 30, 2022
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.20(a)(1)/3270.20(e) · The operator shall immediately notify a child's parent and shall telephone notice to the appropriate regional office within 24 hours if a child in care at the facility is hospitalized or receives emergency room treatment. Copies of reports of injury, death or fire shall be kept in a file at the facility.
Provider did not have incident report on file nor did provider notify OCDEL of child's injury.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 30, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. 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.
Durning complaint investigation staff walked to back of facility and left children in the front of the facility unattended.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 30, 2022
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.36(b)(5) · An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children.
One staff person's record did not contain written verification of education and experience for their assistant group supervisor position. The document submitted appeared to be altered and not an authentic high school diploma conferred by the educational institution listed on the diploma. (#3)
Corrected Corrected by Aug 17, 2022
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.14 · 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. Ensure that staff who have not completed the required Pre-Service Training of health and safety topics are supervised at minimum, by an AGS who has completed the health and safety training.
On 8/12/22, two staff persons had not completed the required Pre-Service Training of health and safety training topics and were observed caring for children unsupervised. (#6 and #7)
Corrected Corrected by Aug 12, 2022
Category: supervision. 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.
The facility operated without valid comprehensive general liability insurance to cover the persons who are on the premises. The operator submitted a certificate of insurance that did not appear to be authentic and had not been issued by the insurance carrier. The insurance carrier verified that they had never provided insurance coverage for the facility or the owner/operator.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 17, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.27(e) · The operator shall provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining the emergency procedures. The operator shall also provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining any subsequent update to the plan. Revise the letter given to parents to ensure that it explains the emergency procedures and updates to the plan as required in 3270.27 subsection a. Submit a copy of the revised letter.
The letter given to parents regarding the emergency plan did not explain the emergency procedure updates to the plan as required in 3270.27 subsection a.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 18, 2022
Category: physical safety. 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: 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, #4, #5, and #7 may not work in a child care position at the facility until compliance with the CPSL is attained. Submit a copy of the required , completed CPSL clearance documents for the identified facility persons. Ensure that there are sufficient staff to provide proper staff /child ratios. Revise and submit written policies and procedures regarding the CPSL hiring requirements to ensure that all staff/facility persons (new and existing) have the required CPSL clearance documents within the required timeframes in accordance with the CPSL.
On 8/17/22, it was observed that facility was not in compliance with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services): Several facility person's record did not contain the required CPSL hiring documents. (#3- hired 2/11/22- FBI was completed through PDE and not DHS) (#4- hired 9/7/21- no completed FBI) (#5-hired 7/16/22- no proof of request for FBI) (#6 -hired 8/11/22- request for State Police completed on 8/17/22, not prior to working with children) (#5 hired 8/12/22- no proof of requests for FBI, State Police, Child Abuse, NSOR prior to working with children)
Corrected Corrected by Aug 17, 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). 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. Revise staffing schedules to ensure that provisional employees are not working alone with children and within the vicinity of a permanent employee.
On 8/12/22, at approximately 4:30pm, two provisional hire staff persons were observed caring for children and were not working in the vicinity of a permanent employee as there were no other staff persons present. (#6 and #7)
Corrected Corrected by Aug 12, 2022
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. Obtain and submit written verification of education and experience for the identified staff person. Ensure that all staff records have written verification of education and experience for their positions.
Two staff person's records did not contain written verification of education and experience for their assistant group supervisor position. (#6 and #7)
Corrected Corrected by Aug 24, 2022
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.37(b)(1) · An aide shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate. Obtain and submit written verification of education and experience for the identified staff person. Ensure that all staff records have written verification of education and experience for their positions.
One staff person's record did not contain written verification of education and experience for their aide position. (#7)
Corrected Corrected by Aug 24, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.51/3270.52 · When children are grouped in similar age levels, the following maximum child group sizes and ratios of staff persons apply: Infants 1:4 with a maximum group size of 8; Young toddlers 1:5 with a maximum group size of 10; Older toddlers 1:6 with a maximum group size of 12; Preschool children 1:10 with a maximum group size of 20; Young school-age children 1:12 with a maximum group size of 24; Older school-age children 1:15 with a maximum group size of 30. 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.
On 5/26/22, at approximately 2:30pm, three staff persons (#1, #2 and #4) were observed caring for a mixed-age group of 22 young and older toddlers/preschool/older school age children (7-young/older toddlers-1 to 2 years of age; 14 preschoolers- ages 3 years to first day of entering Kindergarten old; 1 older school age- grades 4th through 15 years of age) in the large, main childcare space. Staff persons verified the ages of the children in care.
Corrected Corrected by May 26, 2022
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.51/3270.52 · When children are grouped in similar age levels, the following maximum child group sizes and ratios of staff persons apply: Infants 1:4 with a maximum group size of 8; Young toddlers 1:5 with a maximum group size of 10; Older toddlers 1:6 with a maximum group size of 12; Preschool children 1:10 with a maximum group size of 20; Young school-age children 1:12 with a maximum group size of 24; Older school-age children 1:15 with a maximum group size of 30. 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). Revise staffing schedules and develop a staffing plan to include provisions for staff shortages including, but not limited to call outs, scheduling, terminations, resignations and transitions, etc. to ensure compliance with staff/child ratios. Submit a written copy of the revised staffing schedule and staffing plan.
On 5/26/22, at approximately 2:30pm, three staff persons (#1, #2 and #4) were observed caring for a mixed-age group of 22 young and older toddlers/preschool/older school age children (7-young/older toddlers-1 to 2 years of age; 14 preschoolers- ages 3 years to first day of entering Kindergarten old; 1 older school age- grades 4th through 15 years of age) in the large, main childcare space. Staff persons verified the ages of the children in care.
Corrected Corrected by May 26, 2022
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.113(e) · A facility person may not restrain a child by using bonds, ties or straps to restrict a child's movement or by enclosing the child in a confined space, closet or locked room. The prohibition against restraining a child does not apply to the use of adaptive equipment prescribed for a child with special needs. Table seats cannot be used to restrict children's movement. Develop and submit written policies regarding the prohibition of restraining children and the proper use of table seats. Notify all facility staff persons of this policy and submit written verification of staff notification.
On 8/12/22, at approximately 4:45pm, a child's movement (child #1) was observed being restricted when placed in a table seat for misbehavior as reported by staff person #6. The child was not eating or engaging in any activity.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 12, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.121(b) · At the time of enrollment, a parent shall receive in writing the facility's general daily schedule, hours for which care is provided, fees, responsibilities for meals, clothing, health policies, supervision policies, night care policies, dismissal policies, transportation and pick-up arrangements. Amend the parent handbook to include the specified written policies in accordance with 55 PA Code 3270 regulations. Submit a copy of the amended parent handbook/information for verification of compliance.
Written parental information to be given to parents at the time of enrollment did not include the facility's policies on supervision and dismissal.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 24, 2022
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(a)(6) · An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission. Specify the date of admission on the child's agreement and submit a copy of the properly completed agreement for verification of compliance. Ensure that all agreements include the date of the child's admission.
One child's agreement did not specify the date of the child's admission. (child #1)
Corrected Corrected by Jul 18, 2022
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. Obtain and submit a written copy of the current up-to date emergency contact and financial agreement information for the identified children. Ensure that this information is updated every 6 months for all enrolled children as specified.
Several children's records did not contain emergency contact and financial agreement information that had been updated within the past 6-months. (#2, #3 and #4)
Corrected Corrected by Aug 24, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(b)(2) · The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child. Obtain and submit a current up-to-date health report for the indicated child. Ensure that an updated health report is obtained every 12 months for children older toddler to preschool age.
One child's record did not contain a health report completed within the past 12 months as required for children older toddler age to preschool age. (child #4)
Corrected Corrected by Aug 24, 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. Obtain and submit a current up-to-date health assessment for the identified staff persons. Ensure that staff health assessments are completed within the required timeframes as specified in this regulation.
Several staff person's records did not contain a health assessment completed within 12 months prior to the date of hire. ( #5, #6 and #7)
Corrected Corrected by Aug 24, 2022
Category: ratio. 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.
Two staff person's records did not contain a health assessment completed within 12 months prior to the date of hire. The health reports submitted appeared to have dates that were written over and could not be verified. (#3 and #4)
Corrected Corrected by Aug 24, 2022
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. Obtain and submit the required written references as specified for the identified staff persons. Ensure that all facility staff records contain written references as specified.
Several facility person's record/s did not include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. (#5, #6 and #7)
Corrected Corrected by Aug 24, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
20.71(a)(7) · The Department may deny, refuse to renew or revoke a certificate of compliance for fraud or deceit in obtaining or attempting to obtain a certificate of compliance.
Between 7/13/22 and 8/17/22, during the renewal inspection, the operator submitted several documents that did not appear to be authentic and had not been issued by the respective entities; certificate of insurance for comprehensive general liability insurance dated 5/01/22, certificates of completion for Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR for staff persons #1, #2 and #3 and high school diploma for staff person #3.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 17, 2022
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. Amend the facility emergency plan to include accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions. Submit a written copy of the amended emergency plan.
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 Jul 18, 2022
Category: physical safety. 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.
Several staff persons records did not contain written verification of complete professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire. The operator submitted certificates of completion for Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR for staff persons #1, #2 and #3 that did not appear to be authentic and had not been issued by the American Red Cross. The American Red Cross verification system indicated that they were not completed by the staff named on the certificates. The record for staff person #4 contained verification of completion for Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR that had not been conducted by an approved Pennsylvania Quality Assurance System (PQAS) Instructor using a PQAS approved curriculum.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 17, 2022
Category: health medication. 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. Submit written documentation of proof of purchase and date of purchase of an interconnected fire detection device or system or a written attestation. Ensure that this document is retained with the facility's fire drill logs.
The facility lacked written documentation of proof of purchase and date of purchase of an interconnected fire detection device or system in accordance with standards established under the Act of July 14, 2020 (P.L. 639, NO. 62) (62 P.S. § 1016).
Corrected Corrected by Jul 18, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.27(a)(1) · The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations for shelter of children during an emergency including lock-down, shelter in place at the facility and shelter at locations away from the facility premises. Amend the facility emergency plan to include lock down procedures. Submit a written copy of the amended emergency plan.
The facility's emergency plan did not provide for shelter of children during an emergency including lock down procedures.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 18, 2022
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.61(i) · The total number of children receiving child care services at the facility at any one time may not exceed the facility's maximum capacity. Reduce the number of children to not exceed the established capacity in accordance with 3270 regulations. Develop a capacity plan to ensure compliance with the established indoor capacity.
On 5/26/22, at approximately 3:30pm, 22 children were observed receiving child care services at the facility which is has a maximum capacity for 17 children at any one time.
Corrected Corrected by May 26, 2022
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(a) · 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. Obtain and submit a current up-to-date health report that contains the required contents for the identified child. Ensure that all children's health reports contain the required contents as specified in these regulations.
One child has been enrolled in the facility for more than 60 days and their record did not include a health report in accordance with this regulation. (#2)
Corrected Corrected by Aug 24, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.