Gwendolyn A Jennings Family Child Care Home

3290.21(f) · A valid photo identification of the operator or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall be provided to the agent of the Department at the time of inspection.

The operator did not have documentation of a valid photo identification at the time of inspection due to the photo identification that was observed expired on 6/2/25

Corrected by Aug 1, 2025

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3290.18 · 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. Until such time as the required trainings are completed, staff person #1 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by a family child care home staff person who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff persons available to supervise staff person #1, staff person #1 may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Staff person #1 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #1 does not have current pediatric first-aid/CPR training. This is evidenced by the previously documented pediatric first-aid/CPR training expiration date of 9/30/24.

Corrected by Jul 31, 2025

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3290.18 · Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.

The facility lacked policies regarding recognition of potential signs and symptoms of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma, strategies for coping with crying, fussing, or distraught children, and prevention and identification of child maltreatment.

Corrected by Aug 18, 2025

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3290.94(a)(1) · The operator or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that fire drills are conducted at least once every 60 days.

The fire drill log on file at the facility contained documentation of conducting fire drills on 8/12/24 and 1/17/25, exceeding 60 days between drills.

Corrected by Aug 1, 2025

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3290.31(f)(4)(i) · Competence is the completion of training by a professional in the field of first-aid and 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 file for staff person #1 had documentation of pediatric first-aid/CPR training that was not renewed prior to the expiration date of the most current certification file. The most current pediatric first aid/CPR training on file was observed to have expired on 9/30/24.

Corrected by Aug 1, 2025

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3290.65(d) · Trash that has been contaminated by human secretions or excrement shall be contained in closed, plastic-lined receptacles.

In the kitchen, trash that had been contaminated by human secretion was observed contained in a plastic-lined receptacle but did not closed lid.

Corrected by Aug 1, 2025

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3290.105(a) · Individual, clean, age-appropriate rest equipment shall be provided for preschool, toddler and infant children as agreed between the parent and the operator. The rest equipment must be labeled with the child's name and used only by the named child while enrolled in the program.

A pack n' play used as rest equipment for a child observed receiving care was not labeled with the child's name.

Corrected by Aug 1, 2025

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3290.124(e)/3290.181(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.

The two most recent parent updates on the emergency contact form and the financial agreement form in the file for child #1 are dated more than 6 months apart.

Corrected by Aug 1, 2025

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3290.131(a)/3290.131(e) · The operator shall require the parent of an enrolled child to provide an initial health report no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility. The facility may not accept or retain an infant 2 months of age or older, a toddler or a preschool child at the facility for more than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility unless the parent provides written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of the dates (month, day and year) the child was administered immunizations in accordance with the recommendations of the ACIP. Children #2 and #3 must be dismissed from care by close of business 7/15/25 and may only return to care when the immunization record is updated or when a parent provides a written, signed exemption letter.

A health report including a copy of the child's immunization record was not on file for children #2 and #3, who have been enrolled more than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility.

Corrected by Aug 1, 2025

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3290.181(a) · An operator shall establish and maintain an individual record for each child enrolled in the facility.

Individual records were not established and maintained on file at the facility for children #2 and #3.

Corrected by Aug 1, 2025

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3290.95(a)/3290.95(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 operator or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements in § 3290.95(a) are met.

The documentation on file at the facility of testing the fire detection system exceeded 30 days between testings from 7/9/24 to 1/17/25, 3/7/25 to 4/16/25 and 5/14/25 to 6/25/25.

Corrected by Aug 1, 2025

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3290.22(a) · The facility's current certificate of compliance shall be posted in a conspicuous location used by parents, with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional child care office posted at the same location.

The facility's current certificate of compliance was not posted in a conspicuous location used by parents.

Corrected by Aug 1, 2025

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3290.31(f) · A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.

The file for staff person #1 contained 6/12 clock hours of child care training.

Corrected by Aug 8, 2025

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3290.18 · Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.

The facility did not have documentation of a written policy to address recognition of potential signs/symptoms of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma, strategies for coping with a crying, fussing or distraught child, and the prevention and identification of child maltreatment.

Corrected by Aug 9, 2024

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3290.24(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.

The two most recent emergency plan trainings in the file for staff person #1 are dated more than 12 months apart: 10/3/22 and 7/7/24.

Corrected by Aug 2, 2024

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3290.106 · 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.

The thermometer in the facility's refrigerator was observed to be 0 degrees and was determined not to be operable.

Corrected by Aug 2, 2024

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3290.123(a)(3) · An agreement shall specify the services to be provided to the family and the child, including the Department's approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided. the operator shall complete and update the form and provide a copy to the family in accordance with the updates regarding emergency contact information at § 3290.124(e).

The file for child #1, who has been enrolled more than 6 months, did not include a child service report.

Corrected by Aug 9, 2024

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3290.123(b)/3290.182(8) · A parent shall receive the original agreement. The facility shall retain a copy of the agreement. A child's record must contain a copy of the initial agreement and subsequent written agreements between the parent and the operator. The parent receives the original agreement.

The file for child #4 did not include a copy of an agreement form between the parent and the operator.

Corrected by Aug 9, 2024

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3290.124(a)/3290.181(a) · Emergency contact information is required for each enrolled child. Emergency contact information must reference who shall be contacted in an emergency. An operator shall establish and maintain an individual record for each child enrolled in the facility.

An individual record containing emergency contact information was not on file at the facility for child #4.

Corrected by Aug 2, 2024

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3290.124(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.

The emergency contact form on file for child #3 lacked the addresses of the release persons designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

Corrected by Aug 9, 2024

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3290.131(b)(1)/3290.181(c) · The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddler. 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.

The file for child #2, who is a young toddler, lacked documentation of a health assessment conducted within the last 6 months. The most recent health report on file is dated 12/1/23.

Corrected by Aug 9, 2024

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3290.181(c) · 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.

The agreement form on file for child #1 has not been reviewed and updated by the parent within the last 6 months. The most recent update on file is dated 4/11/23.

Corrected by Aug 9, 2024

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3290.95(a)/3290.95(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 operator or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements in § 3290.95(a) are met.

The facility's documentation of testing the fire detection system exceeded 30 days from 9/14/23 to 10/18/23, 11/17/23 to 12/20/23, 12/20/23 to 1/26/24, and 1/26/24 to 2/28/24.

Corrected by Aug 2, 2024

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3290.95(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)). Operator will install interconnected OSHA approved smoke detectors by October 26, 2023.

SECOND CITATION: The smoke alarms in the facility were operable at the time of the Correction Visit although they were not interconnected, via hardwire, Bluetooth connectivity or any other means that allow for communication between smoke alarms. At the time of installation, the smoke alarms were not approved by a testing laboratory recognized by OSHA to test and certify smoke alarms. PREVIOUSLY CITED 9/11/23.

Corrected by Oct 26, 2023

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3290.18 · Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.

Although Staff #1 had the Pennsylvania Health and Safety training at the time of the Renewal Inspection, it was observed that Staff #1 had not completed the Pennsylvania Health and Safety Updated by the compliance date of 12/30/22 as set forth in Announcement C-22-06.

Corrected by Sep 25, 2023

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3290.18 · Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.

The Emergency Plan at the facility lacked a continuity of operations plan including, backing up or retrieving health and other key records/files and managing financial issues such as paying employees and bills during the aftermath of the disaster.

Corrected by Sep 25, 2023

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3290.63 · Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.

In the Front Main Room next to the pack n play at the bottom of the steps there was an electrical outlet that lacked a protective receptacle cover. The outlet was accessible to children 5 years of age and younger.

Corrected by Sep 25, 2023

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3290.70(d) · Windows or doors above the ground floor that open directly to the outdoors and are accessible to children shall be constructed, modified or adapted to limit the opening to 6 or fewer inches.

Observed a window in the bathroom on the second floor that was accessible to children and was not modified to limit the opening to 6 inches or fewer.

Corrected by Sep 25, 2023

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3290.103 · Toys and objects with a diameter of less than 1 inch, objects with removable parts that have a diameter of less than 1 inch, plastic bags and styrofoam objects may not be accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths.

Observed small pieces of a plastic coating material and foam that were peeling off from the highchair located in the facility. The highchair was accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths.

Corrected by Sep 25, 2023

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3290.105(a) · (a) Individual, clean, age-appropriate rest equipment shall be provided for preschool, toddler and infant children as agreed between the parent and the operator. The rest equipment must be labeled with the child's name and used only by the named child while enrolled in the program.

Observed rest equipment that was not labeled for the use of a specific child.

Corrected by Sep 25, 2023

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3290.124(b)(2) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.

The Emergency Contact Form for Child #4 lacked the phone number of the child's physician.

Corrected by Sep 25, 2023

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3290.113(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. The requirement for supervision on and off the facility premises includes compliance with the staff:child ratio requirements in §§ 3290.51-3290.52 (relating to maximum number of children; and staff:child ratio).

At approximately 10:00 AM on the day of the Renewal Inspection Staff #1 answered the door leaving three of the children, including 1 young toddler and 2 older toddlers, alone in the back room where she was not present with her group of children. At approximately 10:05 AM-10:15 AM, Child #2, an infant, was in the front room unsupervised with Staff #1's daughter, who is not an employee or household member. At this time Staff #1 was in the back room with the three other children and therefore, not physically present in the front room with Child #2.

Corrected by Sep 25, 2023

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3290.113(a) · *Children must be supervised at all times. The legal entity must arrange for all facility staff to receive in person training regarding the supervision of children provided by the Early Learning Resource Center. The legal entity must receive DHS approval of the training content prior to scheduling the training. The legal entity will confirm compliance by sending copies of completed supervision training to the Certification Representative.

*At approximately 10:00 AM on the day of the Renewal Inspection Staff #1 answered the door leaving three of the children, including 1 young toddler and 2 older toddlers, alone in the back room where she was not present with her group of children. At approximately 10:05 AM-10:15 AM, Child #2, an infant, was in the front room unsupervised with Staff #1's daughter, who is not an employee or household member. At this time Staff #1 was in the back room with the three other children and therefore, not physically present in the front room with Child #2.

Corrected by Sep 25, 2023

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3290.123(a)(2) · An agreement shall specify the date on which the fee is to be paid.

The Agreement in the file for Child #2 and #4 lacked the date on which the fee is to be paid.

Corrected by Sep 25, 2023

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3290.123(a)(3) · An agreement shall specify the services to be provided to the family and the child, including the Department's approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided. the operator shall complete and update the form and provide a copy to the family in accordance with the updates regarding emergency contact information at § 3290.124(e).

The file for Child #1, enrolled for more than 6 months, lacked a child service report providing information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided.

Corrected by Sep 25, 2023

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3290.123(a)(5) · An agreement shall specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.

The Agreements in the files for Child #2 and #4 lacked the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.

Corrected by Sep 25, 2023

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3290.123(a)(6)/3290.182(2) · An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission. A child's record must contain the dates of application, admission and withdrawal of the child.

The Agreements in the files for Child #2 and #4 lacked the date of the child's admission.

Corrected by Sep 25, 2023

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3290.124(b)(4)/3290.182(3) · Emergency contact information must include the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care. A child's record must contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission.

The Emergency Contact Form in the file for Child #1 lacked written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care.

Corrected by Sep 25, 2023

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3290.124(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.

The Emergency Contact Form for Child #1 and #5 lacked the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

Corrected by Sep 25, 2023

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3290.124(d) · A written plan shall be conspicuously posted which identifies the means of transporting a child to emergency care and the facility staffing provisions in the event of an emergency. The plan must accompany a staff person who leaves the facility on an excursion with children.

The facility lacked a written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency.

Corrected by Sep 25, 2023

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3290.124(e)/3290.181(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.

The file for Child #3 contained an emergency contact form that had not been updated within the last 6 months.

Corrected by Sep 25, 2023

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3290.131(a)/3290.182(1) · The operator shall require the parent of an enrolled child to provide an initial health report no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility. A child's record must contain initial and subsequent health reports.

The file for Child #5 lacked an initial health report within 60 days of attendance.

Corrected by Sep 25, 2023

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3290.131(d)(5)/3290.131(e)(1) · A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP. The facility shall require the parent to provide updated written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of ongoing vaccines administered to an infant, toddler or preschool child in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP. Child #4 and #5 must be dismissed from care by close of business 9/11/23 and may only return to care when the immunization record is updated or when a parent provides a written, signed exemption letter.

The file for Child #4 and #5, both enrolled more than 60 days at the facility, did not contain documentation of the influenza vaccination as required based on the child's age as per the ACIP recommended schedule.

Corrected by Sep 25, 2023

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3290.151(c)(2)/3290.192(2) · An adult health assessment shall include Tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment. Subsequent tuberculosis screening is not required unless directed by a physician, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department. 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 #1 did not contain the results of a tuberculin skin test, x-ray or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.

Corrected by Sep 25, 2023

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3290.166(1) · A written statement giving the formula and feeding schedule for an infant shall be obtained from the parent.

The file for Child #2, an infant, lacked a written formula and feeding schedule obtained from the parent.

Corrected by Sep 25, 2023

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3290.24(g) · 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.

The Emergency Plan Delivery documentation that was submitted during the renewal inspection lacked information on the local municipality where the emergency plan was submitted.

Corrected by Sep 25, 2023

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3290.94(a)(5) · The operator 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.

The Second and Third Floor of the facility lacked a posted evacuation route.

Corrected by Sep 25, 2023

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3290.95(a)/3290.95(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 operator or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements in § 3290.95(a) are met.

The facility lacked smoke detectors in the family childcare home that were interconnected, via hardwire, Bluetooth connectivity or any other means that allow for communication between smoke alarms.

Corrected by Sep 25, 2023

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3290.131(d)(5) · A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP. Children #1 must be dismissed from care by the close of business 2/7/2023 and may only return to care when the immunization record is updated or when a parent provides a written, signed exemption letter.

The Health Report for Child #1 lacked verification of a 4th dose of the Pneumococcal vaccination in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP.

Corrected by Feb 7, 2023

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3290.131(e)(3) · The facility shall implement dismissal policies in accordance with the Department of Health regulation in 28 Pa. Code § 27.77 (relating to immunization requirements for children in child care group settings). Children #1 must be dismissed from care by close of business 2/7/2023 and may only return when the immunization record is updated or when a parent provides a written, signed exemption letter.

The Health Report for Child #1 lacked verification of a 4th dose of the Pneumococcal vaccination in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP.

Corrected by Feb 7, 2023

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3290.123(a)(1) · An agreement shall specify the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week.

The Agreements for Child #1, #2, and #3 lacked the amount of the fee to be charged.

Corrected by Sep 15, 2022

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3290.123(a)(2) · An agreement shall specify the date on which the fee is to be paid.

The Agreement for Child #2, #3, and #4 lacked the date on which the fee is to be paid.

Corrected by Sep 15, 2022

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3290.18 · 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. Until such time as the required pre-service trainings are completed, staff person #1 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an (family child care home staff person) who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise staff person #1, staff person #1 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.

Staff person #1 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #1 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Health and Safety Basic, Pediatric First Aid/CPR, and Mandated Reporter Training.

Corrected by Oct 3, 2022

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3290.24(a) · The facility shall have an emergency plan.

The facility lacked an emergency plan.

Corrected by Sep 26, 2022

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3290.32(a)/3290.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Facility Person #1 may not work in a the facility. A facility person's record shall include records of training required by the Department.

The file for Staff #1 lacked a disclosure statement, current State Police, Child Abuse, and FBI clearances.

Corrected by Sep 29, 2022

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3290.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to Child Protective Services). Staff person #1 will have until (9/15/22) to complete the mandated reporter training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person/facility person #1 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an (family child care home staff person) who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise staff person #1, staff person #1 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.

Staff person #1 has not completed the mandated reporter training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet).

Corrected by Oct 3, 2022

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3290.63 · Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.

In the Dining Room, there were four electrical outlets on a surge protector that lacked protective receptacle covers. The outlets were accessible to children 5 years of age and younger.

Corrected by Sep 22, 2022

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3290.64(a) · Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be stored in an original labeled container or in a container that specifies the content. Toxics shall be kept in a locked area or in an area inaccessible to children, and shall be stored away from food, food preparation areas and child care spaces.

In the upstairs bathroom the child protection lock was broken on the cabinet giving the children in care access to the toxics located underneath the sink, including spray paint and waterproof sealant, labeled keep out of reach of children.

Corrected by Sep 22, 2022

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3290.70(d) · Windows or doors above the ground floor that open directly to the outdoors and are accessible to children shall be constructed, modified or adapted to limit the opening to 6 or fewer inches.

In the upstairs bathroom there was a window, accessible to the children, that did not limit the opening to 6 inches or less.

Corrected by Sep 22, 2022

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3290.105(a) · Individual, clean, age-appropriate rest equipment shall be provided for preschool, toddler and infant children as agreed between the parent and the operator. The rest equipment must be labeled with the child's name and used only by the named child while enrolled in the program.

Observed rest equipment that was not labeled for the use of a specific child.

Corrected by Sep 22, 2022

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3290.123(a) · An agreement shall be signed by the operator and the parent.

The Agreements in the file for Child #1 and #4 lacked the operator's signature.

Corrected by Sep 15, 2022

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3290.124(b)(2) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.

The Emergency Contact Form for Child #1 lacked the address and telephone number of the child's physician.

Corrected by Sep 15, 2022

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3290.124(b)(4)/3290.182(3) · Emergency contact information must include the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care. A child's record must contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission.

The Emergency Contact Forms in the files for Children #1, #3, and #4 lacked written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care.

Corrected by Sep 26, 2022

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3290.124(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.

The Emergency Contact Form for Child #1 and #4 lacked the health insurance coverage and policy number. The Emergency Contact Form for Child #2 and #3 lacked the health insurance policy number.

Corrected by Sep 26, 2022

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3290.151(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 on file at the facility.

The file for Staff #1 lacked a health assessment.

Corrected by Aug 17, 2022

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3290.151(c)(2) · An adult health assessment shall include Tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment. Subsequent tuberculosis screening is not required unless directed by a physician, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department.

The file for Staff #1 lacked tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method.

Corrected by Sep 26, 2022

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3290.182(1) · A child's record must contain initial and subsequent health reports.

The file for Child #2, a school age child, enrolled for more than 60 days, lacked a health report.

Corrected by Sep 22, 2022

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3290.182(5) · A child's record must contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission.

The files for Child #1, #3, and #4 did not contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.

Corrected by Sep 26, 2022

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3290.95(a)/3290.95(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 operator or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements in § 3290.95(a) are met.

The facility lacked a smoke detection system log.

Corrected by Sep 26, 2022

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3290.113(f) · When there is only one operator present in the family child care home and the operator is unable to be physically present with the children because the operator is preparing snacks or meals for children in care or the operator is using the restroom, the operator may comply with the supervision requirement in subsection (a) through the use of an electronic monitor, camera, mirror, or other device or method so the operator can see, hear, direct and assess the children in real time at all times.

After discussion with the operator it was found that the operator is unable to be physically present with the children when preparing meals or using the restroom. At the time of the renewal inspection there was not an electronic monitor, camera, or mirror available for the operator to use to see, hear, direct, and assess the children when not physically in the same space during meal preparation or using the restroom.

Corrected by Sep 15, 2022

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3290.22(b) · The operator shall provide the parent of each child enrolled in the facility with information on how to access the regulations in this chapter electronically and with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional child care office.

The operator did not provide the parents of each child enrolled with information on how to electronically access the regulations.

Corrected by Jul 3, 2022

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3290.24(d) · Emergency drills shall be conducted annually. Annual emergency drills shall be documented and on file at the facility.

The facility lacked documentation of conducting an annual emergency drill.

Corrected by Sep 6, 2022

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3290.31(f) · A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.

The file for Staff #1 lacked 12 annual hours of child care training.

Corrected by Oct 3, 2022

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3290.31(g) · Staff person(s) shall complete professional development in the topics 3290.31(g) (1-10) within 90 days of hire. Staff person #1 will have until (9/15/22) to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #1 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an (family child care home staff person) who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff available to supervise staff person #1, staff person #1 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.

Staff person #1 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire: Health and Safety Basic and Pediatric First Aid/CPR.

Corrected by Sep 14, 2022

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