3270.107 · A facility shall have an operable, clean refrigerator used to store potentially hazardous foods. The refrigerator shall be capable of maintaining food at 45° F or below. An operating thermometer shall be placed in the refrigerator.

During the renewal inspection on 08/20/25, while conducting the facility walk through, Cert Rep did not observe an operating thermometer in the refrigerator.

Corrected Corrected by Sep 3, 2025

Category: nutrition. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.27(a)(6) · Emergency drills shall be conducted annually. Annual emergency drills shall be documented and on file at the facility.

During the renewal inspection on 08/20/25, Cert Rep did not observe that the facility has been conducting and documenting emergency drills annually, the last drill on file was 08/13/24, which is beyond the requirement.

Corrected Corrected by Sep 3, 2025

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.94(a)(4) · The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter ensure the hypothetical locations of the fire are rotated around the facility for each drill such that the hypothetical location is never the same for consecutive drills.

During the renewal inspection on 08/20/25, while reviewing fire drills logs, Cert Rep observed that the hypothetical location for each drill is the same for consecutive drills.

Corrected Corrected by Sep 3, 2025

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.75(b) · A first-aid kit must be inaccessible to children.

During the renewal inspection on 08/09/24, Cert rep observed the first aid kit in the school-aged classroom sitting on a shelf, accessible to children.

Corrected Corrected by Aug 9, 2024

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

3270.151(c)(1)/3270.192(3) · An adult health assessment must include a physical examination. A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.

During the renewal inspection on 08/09/24, Cert Rep did not observe the initial health assessment in the files of staff persons #2-#4.

Corrected Corrected by Aug 30, 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 on 08/09/24, Cert Rep did not observe the facility's written notification of safe routes posted in a conspicuous location.

Corrected Corrected by Aug 30, 2024

Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.192(4) · A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #--- may not work in a child care position at the facility.

During the renewal inspection on 08/09/24, Cert Rep observed that page 1 the disclosure statement was missing in the files of staff persons #1-#8.

Corrected Corrected by Aug 9, 2024

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

3270.27(a)(6) · Emergency drills shall be conducted annually. Annual emergency drills shall be documented and on file at the facility.

During the renewal inspection on 08/09/24, Cert observed that the facility has not been conducting and documenting emergency drills annually, which is beyond the requirement.

Corrected Corrected by Aug 9, 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 on 08/09/24, Cert observed that the facility has not been conducting fire drills at least once every 60 days, the last fire drill was conducted and documented on 02/20/24, which is beyond the requirement.

Corrected Corrected by Aug 9, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.14/3270.21 · A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations.State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.

During renewal inspection on 8/30/31, while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following: - Staff # 2 did not have the mandated 1-hr health and safety training in file.

Corrected Corrected by Sep 13, 2023

Category: ratio. 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 # --1 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 #-1-- may not work in a childcare position at the facility.

During renewal inspection on 8/30/31, while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following: - Staff # 1 had a volunteer state police clearance in file dated 6/20/19 -Staff # 4 who is under the 45-day provisional waiver hire, FBI was the incorrect FBI, and not the DHS FBI.

Corrected Corrected by Aug 30, 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 8/30/31, while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following: - Staff # 2 did not have documentation of staff eval in file

Corrected Corrected by Sep 13, 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 8/30/31, while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following: - Staff # 2 did not have documentation of 2500 childcare hours to qualify as an AGS -Staff # 4 did not have documentation of education and 2500 childcare hours to qualify as an AGS - Staff # 5 and # 6 did not have documentation of 2500 childcare hours to qualify as an AGS

Corrected Corrected by Sep 13, 2023

Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.72(b) · Windows or doors used for ventilation shall be screened when open.

During renewal inspection on 8/30/31, while doing a walk-through of the facility Cert Rep observed the following: - The 2nd floor dojo room's window was opened and not screened.

Corrected Corrected by Aug 30, 2023

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 8/30/31, while doing a walk-through of the facility Cert Rep observed the following: - Peeling paint at the windows in the 2nd floor dojo room - Areas of the rug were stripping in the classroom located on 2nd floor

Corrected Corrected by Sep 13, 2023

Category: physical safety. 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 renewal inspection on 8/30/31, while doing a walk-through of the facility Cert Rep observed the following: - The facility did not have emergency contacts in the 2nd floor classroom where children were present.

Corrected Corrected by Sep 6, 2023

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.131(a)(4)/3270.182(1) · 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 child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports.

During renewal inspection on 8/30/31, while reviewing children's files, Cert Rep observed the following: - Child # 5 did not have documentation of a current health assessment file.

Corrected Corrected by Sep 13, 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 8/30/31, while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following: - Staff # 4 did not have a current health assessment and TB in file - Staff # 5 and # 6 did not have a health assessment in file.

Corrected Corrected by Sep 13, 2023

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.27(a)(5) · The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.

During renewal inspection on 8/30/31, while reviewing the facility's emergency plan Cert Rep observed the following: - 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 Sep 6, 2023

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

3270.95(a) · Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. §  1016(c)).

During renewal inspection on 8/30/31, the facility did not have documentation of testing the fire detection system every 30 days.

Corrected Corrected by Sep 13, 2023

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

3270.27(a)(1)/3270.27(a)(2) · 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. The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations for evacuation of children from the facility building and evacuation of children to a location away from the facility premises. The evacuation routes and evacuation plans to exit the building may be the same as those required by §3270.94 (relating to fire drills).

During renewal inspection on 8/30/31, while reviewing the facility's emergency plan Cert Rep observed the following: - The facility's emergency plan did not specify shelter in place and shelter away location.

Corrected Corrected by Sep 6, 2023

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

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

While reviewing the children's files I observed that child 1, 3, did not have the operator signature on their agreement form.

Corrected Corrected by Sep 28, 2022

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.123(a)(6) · An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission.

While reviewing the children's files I observed that child 1, did not have their date of admission on the agreement form.

Corrected Corrected by Sep 28, 2022

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.27(c) · The operator shall assure that each facility person receives training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment, on an annual basis and at the time of each plan update. The operator shall document the date of each training and the names of all facility persons who received the training and kept on file at the facility.

While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1, 3, 5, did not have emergency plan training.

Corrected Corrected by Sep 28, 2022

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.31(e)(4)(ii) · Staff persons shall participate, at least annually, in firesafety training conducted by a fire protection professional. Staff persons and volunteers shall receive training in maintenance of smoke detectors, the duties of facility persons during a fire drill and during a fire and the use of the facility's fire extinguishers, not including discharge of the fire suppressant agent.

While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1, 3, 5, did not have their annual fire safety training.

Corrected Corrected by Sep 28, 2022

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.

While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 2, 5, did not have their Health and Safety training.

Corrected Corrected by Sep 28, 2022

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

3270.34(b) · A director shall have attained one of the following qualification levels specified at §3270.34(b)(1) - (4).

While reviewing the staff file's I observed that there was not staff that qualified as a director.

Corrected Corrected by Sep 28, 2022

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.69(b) · Hot water temperature, in areas accessible to children, may not exceed 110° F.

During my inspection I observed that the facility's water was temping at 120 degrees.

Corrected Corrected by Sep 28, 2022

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

3270.76 · Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards.

During my inspection I observed that the facility had hole in the wall in the Dojo upstairs.

Corrected Corrected by Sep 28, 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.

During my inspection I observed that there was peeling paint in the main room upstairs.

Corrected Corrected by Sep 28, 2022

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

3270.111(a) · A written plan of daily activities and routines, including a time for free play shall be established for each group. The plan shall be flexible to accommodate the needs of individual children and the dynamics of the group.

While conducting my inspection I observed that the indoor play space, and the dojo did not have a daily schedule posted.

Corrected Corrected by Sep 28, 2022

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

3270.124(b)(3) · Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.

While reviewing the children's files I observed that child 1, 2, did not have there parent's information on their emergency contact sheet.

Corrected Corrected by Sep 28, 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.

While reviewing the children's files I observed that child 1, 2, did not have their parent information on their emergency contact form.

Corrected Corrected by Sep 28, 2022

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.151(c)(2) · An adult health assessment must include tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment. Subsequent tuberculosis screening is not required unless directed by a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department.

While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 3-5, did not have a health assessment and or TB.

Corrected Corrected by Sep 28, 2022

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

3270.171(b) · Safe pedestrian crossways, pick-up and drop-off points and bike routes shall be appropriately determined in the vicinity of the facility and communicated to the children and parents in writing.

During my inspection I observed that the facility did not have a pick-up and drop-off procedures posted.

Corrected Corrected by Sep 28, 2022

Marked corrected in the state record.

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

While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1, 2, 3, 5, did not have verification of the education and/or experience.

Corrected Corrected by Sep 28, 2022

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

While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 3, 5, did not have wo written, nonfamily references.

Corrected Corrected by Sep 28, 2022

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.27(a)(6) · Emergency drills shall be conducted annually. Annual emergency drills shall be documented and on file at the facility.

During my inspection I observed that the facility had not practiced any of their emergency drills.

Corrected Corrected by Sep 28, 2022

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 my inspection I observed that the facility was not conducting fire drills at least once every 60 days.

Corrected Corrected by Sep 28, 2022

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

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

While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 4 did not have their 12 clock hours of child care training.

Corrected Corrected by Sep 28, 2022

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

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

During my inspection I observed that the facility's did not have their local traffic safety letter that gets sent to their local authorities annually.

Corrected Corrected by Sep 28, 2022

Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.69(b) · Hot water temperature, in areas accessible to children, may not exceed 110° F.

While conducting my inspection I observed that the water temperature exceed 110 degrees. It tested at 120 degrees.

Corrected Corrected by Oct 26, 2021

Category: physical safety. 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.

While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 5 did not have a current emergency planned training.

Corrected Corrected by Oct 26, 2021

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.31(e)(2)(i) · Child or staff health is an acceptable training topic

While reviewing the staff's files I observe that staff 1, 3, 4, 5, did not have a current health & safety training.

Corrected Corrected by Oct 26, 2021

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

3270.31(e)(4)(ii) · Staff persons shall participate, at least annually, in fire safety training conducted by a fire protection professional. Staff persons and volunteers shall receive training in maintenance of smoke detectors, the duties of facility persons during a fire drill and during a fire and the use of the facility's fire extinguishers, not including discharge of the fire suppressant agent.

While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1 did not have a current fire safety training.

Corrected Corrected by Oct 26, 2021

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 # 1, 3, 4, 5, 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, 3, 4, 5, may not work in a child care position at the facility.

While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1, hired on September 2010, does not contain a current FBI clearance. Staff 3 hired on June 2021, & staff 4 hired on June 2021, & staff 5 hired on August 2021, does not contain a completed NSOR certification.

Corrected Corrected by Oct 26, 2021

Category: supervision. 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.

While conducting my inspection I observed that the facility did not have a their pick-up and drop-off procedures posted.

Corrected Corrected by Oct 26, 2021

Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.182(4) · A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs.

While reviewing the children's files I observed that child 1, 2, did not have their parent's consent for special diet/meds on their emergency contact sheet.

Corrected Corrected by Oct 26, 2021

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.192(1) · A facility person's record shall include the name, address and telephone number of the facility person.

While reviewing the reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 3 did not have verification of their address.

Corrected Corrected by Oct 26, 2021

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

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

While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1, 2, 3, 5, did not have proof of their child care experience, and staff 5 did not have verification of their education.

Corrected Corrected by Oct 26, 2021

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3270.192(3) · A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.

While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 3, 4, did not have a current physical or PPD.

Corrected Corrected by Oct 26, 2021

Category: health medication. 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.

While conducting my inspection I observed that the facility did not have the DHS contact information posted.

Corrected Corrected by Oct 26, 2021

Marked corrected in the state record.