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Home › PA › Pittsburgh › Hug Me Tight Childlife Centers Inc
1801 Centre Ave Ste 100, Pittsburgh PA 15219 · License #CER-00246276 · Center · Child Care Center
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3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services).
The documentation of mandated reporter training on file for Facility Persons #1 and #3 indicated that the trainings were each completed more than 60 months prior.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 3, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.92(a) · Portable space heaters are not permitted.
There were portable space heaters observed in the following rooms: infant, Toddler 1, Preschool and Older Toddler/3's. The space heater was in use in the Toddler 1 room.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 17, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(e)(4)(i) · Competence is the completion of training by a professional in the field of first-aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). All staff persons shall renew their certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on or before the expiration of the most current certification.
The documentation of first aid training on file for Facility Person #2 indicated the training was expired.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 11, 2026
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.51 · 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.
Disposition: Compliant - Finalized
Generated from this facility's specific inspection record
Data synced from Pennsylvania DHS, Office of Child Development and Early Learning on Jul 8, 2026 · Source records · Report an error
At approximately 12:00 PM, Facility Person #4 answered the door to the facility, then was observed walking to the Toddler 1 room where an infant was asleep in a crib. There were no other staff present in the room. According to staff statements, when the Facility Person #4 left the classroom, Facility Person #5 stood in the doorway between the Toddler 1 room and the Toddler 2A room to attempt to supervise children in both rooms. There were three older toddlers observed on rest mats in the Toddler 2A room at the time and no other staff present in the Toddler 2 A room.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 17, 2025
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.65 · Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.
There were accessible uncovered outlets on the walls as follows: one in the Toddler 1 room, one in the Preschool room, one in the Preschool 2 room near the book area, two on the in the older toddler/3's room, one on the wall in the gym under the window, across from the entrance, one in the Enrichment 1 room.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 17, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.66(a) · Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children.
There was hand sanitizer labeled "keep out of reach of children" on a shelf in reach of children in the Preschool room.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 17, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.70(a) · The indoor temperature shall be at least 65° F.
The temperature in the Toddler 1 room, as read on a thermostat on the wall, was 62.8° F.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 17, 2025
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.
There was a crack in the baseboard trim on the wall in the Enrichment 2 room.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 15, 2026
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.
There was damaged plaster on the wall in the kitchen and in the infant room on the wall opposite the entrance. There was peeling paint in the Older Toddler/3's room, on the wall facing the entrance to the building, under the windows.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 15, 2026
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.106(a) · Individual, clean, age-appropriate rest equipment shall be provided for preschool, toddler and infant children as agreed between the child's parent and the operator. The rest equipment shall be labeled for the use of a specific child and used only by the specified child.
There was a crib in the Toddler 1 room not labeled with the name of the child who was in the crib.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 17, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.106(f) · At least 2 feet of space is required on three sides of a bed, cot, crib or other rest equipment while the equipment is in use.
There was less than 2 feet of space on 3 sides of the crib in use in the Toddler 1 room.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 17, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.106(j) · Toys, bumper pads, or pillows may not be present in a crib while an infant is sleeping in the crib.
An infant was observed in a crib on a boppy pillow asleep in the Toddler 1 room. There was a toy in the crib.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 17, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
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. THIS PORTION OF THE PLAN SHALL HAVE AN IMMEDIATE CORRECTION DATE 2. The legal entity shall develop a written supervision policy to include supervision regulations and center requirements. The policy should also include clarification regarding supervising children only within the same space and protocols for ensuring supervision is maintained when a task outside of the classroom is performed including, but not limited to, answering the door to the facility and supervision of children in the restroom. The written policy shall be forwarded to the Certification Representative for review. Following confirmation of the review, the supervision policy shall be presented to all staff members. Verification of completion will include copies of signed and dated acknowledgements for all staff. Documentation shall be forwarded to the certification representative upon completion and kept on file at the facility. THE OPERATOR SHALL PROVIDE A DATE FOR WHEN THIS WILL BE COMPLETED. 3. The legal entity shall ensure that all facility staff complete an in-person training regarding supervision of children coordinated through the ELRC. Documentation of completion of the training to include the date of the training and the names of all attendees shall be retained on file at the facility as well as submitted to certification representative upon completion. THE OPERATOR SHALL PROVIDE A DATE FOR WHEN THIS WILL BE COMPLETED.
At approximately 12:00 PM, Facility Person #4 answered the door to the facility, then was observed walking to the Toddler 1 room where an infant was asleep in a crib. There were no other staff present in the room. According to staff statements, when the Facility Person #4 left the classroom, Facility Person #5 stood in the doorway between the Toddler 1 room and the Toddler 2A room to attempt to supervise children in both rooms. There were three older toddlers observed on rest mats in the Toddler 2A room at the time and no other staff present in the Toddler 2 A room.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 15, 2026
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.113(a)(1) · Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises.
At approximately 12:00 PM, Facility Person #4 answered the door to the facility, then was observed walking to the Toddler 1 room where an infant was asleep in a crib. There were no other staff present in the room. According to staff statements, when the Facility Person #4 left the classroom, Facility Person #5 stood in the doorway between the Toddler 1 room and the Toddler 2A room to attempt to supervise children in both rooms. There were three older toddlers observed on rest mats in the Toddler 2A room at the time and no other staff present in the Toddler 2 A room. At approximately 12:10 PM, Facility Persons #6 and #7 were supervising a total of 13 preschoolers in the Preschool room. When asked to identify which children they were each responsible for supervising, Facility Person #6 identified 6 of the children, and Facility Person #7 identified one of the children. Staff state another staff person, who was assisting another child in the restroom outside of the classroom and down the hallway, was assigned responsibility for supervising the remaining 6 children in the classroom.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 18, 2025
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.119 · Infants shall be placed in the sleeping position recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics unless there is a medical reason an infant should not sleep in this position. The medical reason shall be documented in a statement signed by a physician, physician's assistant or CRNP and placed in the child's record at the facility.
There was an infant asleep in a crib in the Toddler 1 room, propped on a boppy pillow, not placed in the position recommended by the AAP.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 17, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.135(a)(3) · If disposable diapers are provided by a parent or by a facility, a soiled diaper shall be discarded by immediately placing the diaper into a plastic-lined, hands-free covered can.
The hands-free mechanism on the trash can used for diaper disposal in the Toddler 1 room was not functioning.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 18, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.166(4) · Disposable nursers and bottles shall be labeled with the child's name.
There was an unlabeled infant's bottle in the Toddler 1 room.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 17, 2025
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.
The most recent emergency drill was documented as conducted on 8/13/24.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 24, 2025
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.
There was no tape in the Preschool 2B first aid kit.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 13, 2025
Category: health medication. 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 in subsection (a). The operator shall also provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining any subsequent update to the plan.
The letter to the parents explaining the facility's emergency plan does not include information regarding the required accommodations in the event of an emergency.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 25, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.67(d)/3270.135(a)(3) · Trash that has been contaminated by human secretions or excrement shall be contained in closed, plastic-lined receptacles. If disposable diapers are provided by a parent or by a facility, a soiled diaper shall be discarded by immediately placing the diaper into a plastic-lined, hands-free covered can.
There were a soiled diapers in unlidded trash cans in the Toddler 1 and older toddler rooms.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 13, 2025
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.
The current firesafety training documented and on file for Facility Persons #1, #2, #3, #5, #6 and #7 was completed more than 12 months after the previous firesafety training.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 6, 2025
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). 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 Persons #1, #2, #4 and #5 may not work in a child care position at the facility.
The NSOR clearances on file for Facility Persons #1, #2, #4 and #5 were more than 60 months old.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 30, 2025
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.34(b)(1)/3270.192(2)(ii) · A director shall have attained a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education or the human services field and 1 year of experience with children. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.
Facility Persons #1 and #5 did not have documentation of the required child care experience for their classification on file.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 30, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.65 · Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.
There was an uncovered outlet on the wall in the Preschool 2B room and one on the wall and two on a power strip in the infant room.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 13, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.66(a) · Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children.
The following toxics were accessible to children: Lysol on a window ledge in the Enrichment 2 room, Fabuloso cleaner in an low unlocked cabinet in the older toddler room, and in the unlocked downstairs kitchen, cleaning supplies in an unlocked cabinet under the sink.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 13, 2025
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.
Damaged plaster/peeling paint was observed in the following locations: on the restroom wall in the older toddler room, on walls near the eating area and changing area in the Toddler 2A room, on the wall under the left window in the Toddler 1 room, to the right of the classroom sink in the Preschool room, near windows in the Enrichment 1 room, on the wall between the first two windows and in the well of the second window in the Enrichment 2 room, in the gym on the wall near a window near the older toddler room.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 30, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.82(e) · Toilets and sinks shall be at proper heights for children using them or shall be easily approached by means of platforms or steps.
There was no stool at the sink to allow the walking children in the young toddler room the ability to reach the sink to wash hands.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 13, 2025
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.
There was no lidded trash can at the sink in the older toddler room.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 13, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.103 · 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.
There were empty plastic bags in a drawers accessible to children in the Older Toddler and Toddler 2A rooms.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 13, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.106(f) · At least 2 feet of space is required on three sides of a bed, cot, crib or other rest equipment while the equipment is in use.
There were 2 cribs in the Toddler 1 room and 3 mats in the Preschool room with less than 2 feet of space on three sides while in use.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 13, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.108(c) · Styrofoam cups and plates may not be used.
Styrofoam bowls were observed in the Older Toddler and Toddler 2A rooms. According to staff statements, they are used for serving snacks to children.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 14, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(b) · A parent shall receive the original agreement. The facility shall retain a copy of the agreement.
Original agreements were on file for children #1 and #5.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 30, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(6) · Emergency contact information must include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.
The emergency contact form on file for child #4 did not include the health insurance policy number.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 15, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(b)(1) · The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddler.
The current health assessment on file for child #5, a young toddler, was completed more than 6 months after the previous health assessment on file.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 30, 2025
Category: health medication. 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.
The current health assessments on file for children #2, #3 and #4 older toddlers and preschoolers, were completed more than 12 months after the prior respective health assessments on file.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 30, 2025
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.
The current health assessments on file for Facility Persons #1, #2 and #5 were completed more than 24 months after their prior health assessment on file.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 13, 2025
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.166(1) · A written statement giving the formula and feeding schedule for an infant shall be obtained from the parent.
There was no feeding schedule from the parent for one of the enrolled infants.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 15, 2026
Category: nutrition. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.193(a) · Facility persons' records are confidential and shall be stored in a locked cabinet.
The staff files were stored in a box on the table in an office.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 13, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) · Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)). The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met.
The program has a valid reason they are unable to test their smoke detectors. The most recent annual professional fire alarm/smoke detector inspection report was completed on 8/5/25, more than 12 months prior.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 28, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.27(f) · The operator shall send a copy of the emergency plan and subsequent plan updates to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.
There was no documentation the facility's emergency plan had been sent to local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 30, 2025
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.
There was documentation on file of less than 12 hours of annual child care training for staff as follows: Facility Person #1 - 7.5 hours, Facility Persons #2 and #6 -10.5 hours each, and Facility Person #3 no hours. The training review period for each of these staff was 12/2023-12/2024.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 30, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.91(a) · Stairways, hallways, exits from rooms, exits from the facility and other means of egress serving as an exit shall be unobstructed.
A door connecting the Ones and Twos rooms was obstructed with equipment. A door connecting the Threes room to the office was blocked with a cabinet.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 29, 2024
Category: physical safety. 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. Until such time as the required pre-service trainings are completed, Facility Persons #11 and #12 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an AGS who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise Facility Persons #11 and #12, they may not work in a child-care position at the facility.
Facility Persons #11 and #12 were observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Facility Persons #11 and #12 have not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Facility Person #11 - pediatric first said & CPR, mandated reporter, health & safety; Facility Person #12 - pediatric first aid & CPR.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 29, 2024
Category: supervision. 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.
The emergency plan did not address the plan for continuity of operations after an emergency.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 22, 2024
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.21 · Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.
There were sharp knives and scissors accessible to children in an unlocked kitchen.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 2, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.27(c) · The operator shall assure that each facility person receives training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment, on an annual basis and at the time of each plan update. The operator shall document the date of each training and the names of all facility persons who received the training and kept on file at the facility.
There was no documentation of emergency plan training on file for Facility Person #14.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 27, 2024
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 in subsection (a).. The operator shall also provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining any subsequent update to the plan.
The letter to the parents regarding the emergency plan did not include information on their plan for a lockdown, accommodations in an emergency and annual drill information.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 29, 2024
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.
There was peeling paint on the wall behind a chair in the Twos room. There was damaged plaster on a wall near a cabinet and on a wall near the doorway in the Twos room.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 29, 2024
Category: physical safety. 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.
The only documentation of current fire safety training completed and on file for Facility Person #9 was completed in 2024. Facility Person #9 began employment at the facility in 2020. The only documentation of current fire safety training completed and on file for Facility Person #13 was completed more than 12 months after the previous fire safety training.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 29, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(f) · Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10. Facility Persons #1, #2, #3, #6, #11, and #12 will have until 10/3/24 to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, Facility Persons #1, #2, #3, #6, #11, and #12 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an AGS who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff available to supervise Facility Persons #1, #2, #3, #6, #11, and #12, Facility Persons #1, #2, #3, #6, #11, and #12 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.
There was no documentation on file that the following Facility Persons, each employed at the facility for more than 90 days completed the required pre-service trainings as required: Facility Person #1 - health & safety training; Facility Person #2- pediatric first aid & CPR training; Facility Person #3- pediatric first aid & CPR training and health & safety training; Facility Person #6 - mandated reporter training; Facility Person #11 pediatric first aid & CPR training , mandated reporter training, and health & safety training; Facility Person #12 - pediatric first aid & CPR training. :
Corrected Corrected by Oct 3, 2024
Category: supervision. 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). 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 Persons # 2, #3, #9, #11 and #12 may not work in a child care position at the facility without all completed clearances on file.
There was no signed disclosure statement or child abuse, FBI or NSOR clearance on file for Facility Person #2. There was no child abuse clearance on file for Facility Person #3. The FBI clearance on file for Facility Person #9 was more than 60 months old. There was no child abuse clearance, NSOR clearance or application for an NSOR clearance on file for Facility Person #11. The FBI clearance on file for Facility Person #11 was incomplete. Facility Person #11 was observed caring for children unsupervised. There was no signed disclosure statement or child abuse or NSOR clearance on file for Facility Person #12. The application for an NSOR clearance on file for Facility Person #12 was completed after their start date. There were no clearances on file from the two states in which Facility Person #12 resided in the previous five years. Facility Person #12 was observed caring for children unsupervised. The mandated reporter training on file for Facility Person #14 - not staff - was completed more than 90 days after their start date.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 29, 2024
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii) · A staff person or a substitute staff person shall meet one of the applicable staff qualifications for the position in which the person is performing. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.
There was no documentation of the required education and/or experience for their staff classifications on file for Facility Persons #2, #3, #11 and #12.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 31, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. 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.
The most recent staff evaluation on file for Facility Person #13 was completed more than 12 months prior.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 29, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.51 · 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. IF USING TIERED LIS: The required staff:child ratios must be maintained at all times. The legal entity must submit documentation in a format approved by DHS proving that the facility is maintaining the required staff:child ratios at all times. The legal entity will confirm continuing compliance by sending copies of the documentation to the -------- Region Office on a weekly basis for a period of three months after DHS approves the documentation format.
On 8/26/24 at approximately 9:45 AM, Facility Person #11 was observed supervising 6 young toddlers in the Ones room.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 26, 2024
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.65 · Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.
There was an uncovered outlet on a power strip in reach of children in the Ones room. There were two uncovered outlets in the Language & Literacy room and one uncovered outlet in the Math &Science room.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 2, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.66(a) · Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children.
There was a bottle of a cleaner in the gym on a low shelf in reach of children. There were diaper creams in the Infant room in an unlocked cabinet under the changing table. There was a bottle of bleach water in an unlocked cabinet under the sink in the kitchen.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 2, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.66(b) · 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 stored away from food, food preparation areas and child care spaces.
There was a bottle of a cleaner in the Twos room not labeled with the contents.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 2, 2024
Category: ratio. 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.
The first aid kit in the Infant room did not include tweezers. The first aid kit in the Threes old room did not include tweezers and scissors.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 29, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.103 · 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.
There was exposed foam on a torn pad on the changing table in the Twos room. The was exposed foam and a peeling cover, coming off in small pieces on a chair in the Twos room.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 2, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.106(a) · Individual, clean, age-appropriate rest equipment shall be provided for preschool, toddler and infant children as agreed between the child's parent and the operator. The rest equipment shall be labeled for the use of a specific child and used only by the specified child.
There was a child sleeping on a child size sofa in the Ones room - not rest equipment labeled with their name. There were three cribs in the infant room not labeled with the names of the children who use them.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 29, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.106(f) · At least 2 feet of space is required on three sides of a bed, cot, crib or other rest equipment while the equipment is in use.
There were two cribs in use in the Infant room with less than 2 feet of space on three sides.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 29, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.106(j) · Toys, bumper pads, or pillows may not be present in a crib while an infant is sleeping in the crib.
There were two infants observed sleeping in cribs on boppy pillows.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 29, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.111(b) · The written plan of daily activities shall be posted in the group space.
The daily activity schedule was not posted in the Threes room or the Four/Fives room.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 29, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.119 · Infants shall be placed in the sleeping position recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics unless there is a medical reason an infant should not sleep in this position. The medical reason shall be documented in a statement signed by a physician, physician's assistant or CRNP and placed in the child's record at the facility.
There were two infants observed sleeping in cribs on boppy pillows, not in the sleeping position recommended by the AAP.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 29, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(a)(3) · 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 in § 3270.124(f) (relating to emergency contact information).
There were no child service reports on file for children #1, #2 and #3, in attendance for more than 6 months.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 29, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(c) · When children are in the facility, emergency contact information shall be present in a child care space for children receiving care in the space.
There was no emergency contact form in the gym,Twos room, and Threes room for a child in each of those spaces.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 29, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(b)(1) · The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddler.
The most recent health assessment on file for child #2, an infant, was completed more than 6 months prior.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 11, 2024
Category: health medication. 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.
The current health assessment on file for child #3, a preschooler, was completed more than 12 months after the previous health assessment.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 29, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.133(3) · The label of a medication container shall identify the name of the medication and the name of the child for whom the medication is intended. Medication shall be administered to only the child whose name appears on the container.
There was a tube of orajel in the Infant room, not labeled with the name of the child for whom it was intended.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 29, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.135(e) · A staff person shall check a child's diaper at least every 2 hours and whenever the child indicates discomfort or exhibits behavior that suggests a soiled diaper. A staff person shall change a child's diaper when the diaper is soiled.
According to documentation and staff statements, a child in care in the Infant room was changed at 8:00 and then next again at 11:00. The child's diaper was not checked between 10:00 and 11:00 and the child was awake during this time.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 29, 2024
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.
There was no health assessment on file for Facility Persons #3 and #14 . The health assessments on file for Facility Persons #9 and #10 are more than 24 months old. The health assessment on file for Facility Person #12 was completed after their start date. The current health assessment on file for Facility Person #8 was completed more than 24 months after the previous health assessment.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 30, 2024
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.166(1) · A written statement giving the formula and feeding schedule for an infant shall be obtained from the parent.
There were no written feeding schedules from the parents of three infants.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 29, 2024
Category: nutrition. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.166(4) · Disposable nursers and bottles shall be labeled with the child's name.
There were five bottles in the Infant room not labeled with the child's name.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 9, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.183(a) · Child records are confidential and shall be stored in a locked cabinet.
The children's files were not stored in a locked cabinet.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 29, 2024
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.
The documentation of child care experience on file for Facility Person #6 was not signed by a representative of the experiential, educational or training entity.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 15, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.192(5) · A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
There were no nonfamily written references on file for Facility Persons # 2, #3, and #11.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 29, 2029
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.193(a) · Facility persons' records are confidential and shall be stored in a locked cabinet.
The facility persons' records were not stored in a locked cabinet.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 29, 2024
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.
There was no documentation of an emergency drill conducted in the previous 12 months.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 29, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(g) · Completion of professional development shall be documented by the signature and title of a representative of the professional development entity and include the date professional development was completed. Documentation shall be retained in the facility person's file or maintained in an electronic system as designated by the Department. Documentation of the completion of the professional development under subsection (f) taken from September 30, 2016, forward satisfies this requirement.
There was no documentation of the required heath and safety update training on file for Facility Persons #5, #7, #8 and #13.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 29, 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.
The fire drill log presented on 8/2/24 shows the last recorded fire drill as occurring on 3/12/24. The fire drill log presented on 8/26/24 shows the last recorded fire drill occurring on 6/9/24. There was no record of a fire drill in the last 60 days.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 29, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) · Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)). The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met.
There was no proof of purchase for the fire alarm system on file at the facility.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 11, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) · Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)). The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met.
The operator has a valid reason to not test/demonstrate operability of the smoke detectors as the operator does not have access to the fire alarm system. There was no documentation of a professional inspection of the fire alarm system from the previous 12 months on file.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 5, 2024
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.
The facility's emergency plan on file did not include the plan for a lockdown.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 29, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.27(f) · The operator shall send a copy of the emergency plan and subsequent plan updates to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.
There was no documentation on file indicating the operator sent a copy of the emergency plan to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 29, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(e) · A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.
There was no documentation of any child care training completed during the most recent review year on file for Facility Persons #8 and #13. There was documentation of 10.5 hours of child care training completed during the most recent review year on file for Facility Person #10.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 31, 2024
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.
The most recent letter on file that was sent to the local traffic safety authorities to notify them of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the child care facility was dated 7/1/23.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 29, 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. Until such time as the required pre-service trainings are completed, staff person #1 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an AGS who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise staff person #1, then staff person #1may not work in a child-care position at the facility.
Staff person #1 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised in the preschool room. Staff person #1 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: mandated reporter training and health and safety topics 1-9.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 29, 2024
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(f)/3270.192(2)(iii) · Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.
Staff #2, #3, and #4 did not complete Pediatric CPR and First Aid within 90 days of hire. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET). All three staff completed the training on 4/05/24 and documentation is now on file.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 29, 2024
Category: health medication. 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.Staff persons #2 and #4 will have until 15 days from POC requested date to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff persons #2 and #4 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an AGS who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff available to supervise staff persons #2 and #4-, then staff persons #2 and #4 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.
Staff person #2 has not completed health and safety training topics 1-9 within 90 days of hire (SEE LIS CODE SHEET) Staff person #4 has not completed health and safety training topics 1-9 within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Only the 1 hour update training certificate was presented for staff #4.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 12, 2024
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services).Staff persons #2, #3, and #4 will have until 15 days from POC requested date to complete the mandated reporter training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff persons #2, #3, and #4 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an AGS who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise staff persons #2, #3, and #4, then staff persons #2, #3, and #4 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.
Staff persons #2, #3, and #4 have not completed the mandated reporter training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet).
Corrected Corrected by Jul 31, 2024
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.51 · ***The legal entity will conduct at least one mandatory staff meeting following the approval of this plan of correction. A review of the facility's previous regulatory non-compliance items documented on inspection summaries issued in the last year, as well as, the Department of Human Services' regulations related to staff:child ratios and supervision of children must be reviewed. An agenda will be prepared for the staff meeting and a log identifying the date, time and persons attending the meeting will be maintained. The staff meeting agenda and attendance log will be sent to the OCDEL-DHS representative.
***At approximately 10:50AM on 4/22/24, 3 preschool children were observed alone in the girls restroom on the second floor. The restroom is separate from the preschool classroom and located down the hall.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 31, 2024
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.51 · **All staff persons at the facility will be required to attend an in person OCDEL-approved training regarding the supervision of children presented by the ELRC within 3 months of the approval of this plan of correction. The training will count towards the mandatory 12 training hours required by the Department.
**At approximately 10:50AM on 4/22/24, 3 preschool children were observed alone in the girls restroom on the second floor. The restroom is separate from the preschool classroom and located down the hall.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 31, 2024
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.51 · *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.
*At approximately 10:50AM on 4/22/24, 3 preschool children were observed alone in the girls restroom on the second floor. The restroom is separate from the preschool classroom and located down the hall.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 26, 2024
Category: ratio. 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.
Based on the log of the 30 day tests for the fire alarm system, a test had not been conducted since 3/12/24. Additionally, consecutive tests dated 12/12/23, 1/12/24, and 2/12/24 were conducted 31 days apart instead of the required 30 days.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 30, 2024
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.
At approximately 10:50AM on 4/22/24, 3 preschool children were observed alone in the girls restroom on the second floor. The restroom is separate from the preschool classroom and located down the hall.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 24, 2024
Category: supervision. 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.
The facility's emergency plan did not include details related to continuity of operations. This section was added to the plan in 2022, however, it was not included in the plan that was presented for review during the renewal inspection.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 20, 2023
Category: ratio. 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.
Staff #6 has not completed the Pennsylvania 1 hour health and safety update within 90 days of hire as required by Announcement C-22-06.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 23, 2023
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.21 · Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.
A pedestal fan was observed in Enrichment Room 1. The fan was plugged in, and accessible to children but lacked a protective net. Adult scissors were observed to be accessible to children on the adult desk of Preschool 2B.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 27, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.27(a)(3)/3270.27(a)(4) · The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for a method for facility persons to contact parents as soon as reasonably possible when an emergency situation arises. The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for a method for facility persons to inform parents that the emergency has ended and to provide instruction as to how parents can safely be reunited with their children.
The facility's emergency plan did not include details regarding communication with parents during an after an emergency situation. Based on statements made by staff, parents would be called via telephone, however, this process was not explained in the emergency plan.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 23, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.27(c)/3270.192(2)(iii) · 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. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.
The files for staff #1, #2, #8, #9, #10, #11, and #12 contained emergency plan training documentation dated more than 12 months apart. The trainings were dated 5/27/22 and 7/21/23. These staff are now current on emergency plan training. The file for staff #5 did not contain current emergency plan training. The last training on file for staff #5 was dated 5/27/22. The file for staff #6 lacked documentation of receiving emergency plan training at initial hire. A date of 7/21/23 is listed on the staff data sheet but documentation was not present.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 27, 2023
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.
The facility's letter for parents explaining emergency procedures did not include details regarding accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities or chronic medical conditions. The letter also lacked details related to communication with parents during and after an emergency.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 23, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(e)(4)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iii) · 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 facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.
The files for staff #1, #2, #8, #9, #10, #11, and #12 contained annual fire safety training documentation dated more than 12 months apart. The trainings were dated 5/27/22 and 7/21/23. These staff are now current on emergency plan training. The file for staff #5 did not contain current fire safety training. The last training on file for staff #5 was dated 5/27/22.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 23, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(f) · Staff person(s) shall complete professional development in the topics of 3270.31(f)(1 -- 10), 3280.31(f) (1-10), or 3290.31(g) (1-10) within 90 days of hire. Staff person #4 will have until 10/14/2023. to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #4 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an AGS who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff available to supervise staff person #4, then staff person #4 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.
Staff person #4 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): health and safety topics 1-9.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 23, 2023
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to Child Protective Services). Staff person #4 will have until 10/14/23 to complete the mandated reporter training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #4 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an AGS who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise staff person #-4 then staff person #4 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.
Staff persons #4 and #6 have not completed the mandated reporter training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet). Facility person #8 lacks documentation of completing mandated reporter training within 90 days of hire. A dated of 10/24/20 is listed on the staff dat sheet, however, certificate was not presented for review and was not on file. (SEE LIS COE SHEET)
Corrected Corrected by Oct 23, 2023
Category: supervision. 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). 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. Staff #4 , #6, #7 , #10, #13, #14, and #16 may not work in a child care position at the facility.
The file for staff #2 contained an expired FBI clearance dated 8/04/18. The file for staff #4, a new hire, did not contain a completed FBI clearance or a completed NSOR. The file also contained proof of applying for the child abuse clearance and NSOR after their date of hire. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET) The file for staff #6, a new hire, contained a state police clearance which lacked the date is was disseminated from the system therefore making it invalid. The file also lacked a completed child abuse clearance and NSOR. The application for the NSOR was not dated. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET). The file for staff #7, a new hire, lacked a completed NSOR and the NSOR application was dated 8/08/23 which is after their date of hire. The file for staff #10 contained expired state police and child abuse clearances. The state police clearance was dated 6/23/18. An application for anew state police clearance was on file and dated 8/15/23, however, it lacked the date is was disseminated from the system and was therefore invalid. The child abuse clearance on file was dated 7/19/18. The file for staff #13, a new hire, contained a child abuse clearance dated after their date of hire. The file also contained an application for the NSOR dated after their date of hire and lacked the completed results. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET) The file for staff #14, a new hire, contained an application for the NSOR dated after their date of hire and lacked the completed results. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET). The file for staff #15 contained a disclosure statement which was not dated. The file for staff #16, a new hire, did not contain documentation of applying for an FBI clearance. The file also lacked a completed child abuse clearance and a completed NSOR and lacked a completed disclosure statement. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)
Corrected Corrected by Oct 23, 2023
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii) · A staff person or a substitute staff person shall meet one of the applicable staff qualifications for the position in which the person is performing. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.
The files for staff #4, #14, and #16, designated as aides on the staff data sheet, do not contain documentation of the qualifications required to perform the position. The files for staff #6 and #15, designated as assistant group supervisors on the staff data sheet, do not did not contain documentation of the qualifications required to perform the position.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 27, 2023
Category: supervision. 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.
The files for staff #2 and #11 lacked written evaluations completed in the past 12 months. The file for staff #10 contained consecutive evaluations completed more than 12 months apart.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 31, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.51 · 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.
At approximately 9:10AM on 8/29/23, 14 children of mixed ages were observed with staff #4, #10, and #12. Staff # 13 was observed in a car outside the facility and walked into the facility with the certification representative. When asked to identify the children they were responsible for supervising, staff #4 named 1 infant and 2 young toddlers, staff #12 named 3 young toddlers. Staff #10 named the remaining 8 children, all older toddlers. When the certification representative pointed out that staff #10 could only supervise 6 older toddler, staff #10 acknowledged that she was over ratio by having 8 older toddlers in her supervision. Staff #10 stated they were waiting for staff #13 to arrive to make ratio compliant.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 15, 2023
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.65 · Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.
The following electrical outlets, accessible to children, were observe to lack protective covers on the day of the inspection; 5 outlets on a power strip in the OT room, 2 outlets Toddler 2, 1 outlet in Enrichment 1 and 1 outlet in Enrichment 2.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 23, 2023
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.66(a) · Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children.
The following toxics were observed to be accessible to children on the day of the inspection; a plastic container with a hose and spray nozzle containing approximately 2 inches of liquid cleaning solution under the sink in the boys restroom on the first floor, a can of spray Lysol on the counter in the same restroom. Two children were observed using the restroom. Ajax, bleach, chlorinating beads and sanitizing tablets in an unlocked cabinet under the sink in the upstairs kitchen. The kitchen doors were open. Multipurpose cleaner in an unlocked cabinet under the sink in the Preschool Room. Three cans of spray Lysol in unlocked lockers outside the girls restroom on the second floor. A spray can of Lysol on the table in the kitchen on the first floor. The kitchen doors were open.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 23, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.74 · The telephone number of the nearest hospital, police department, fire department, ambulance and poison control center shall be posted by each telephone in the facility.
Emergency numbers were not posted at the second phone in the older toddler room
Corrected Corrected by Oct 23, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.75(b) · A first-aid kit must be inaccessible to children.
The first aid kit in Enrichment 2 was accessible to children. The kit was located on the top of a shelf which contained toys and other play equipment.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 23, 2023
Category: health medication. 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.
A broken electrical wall plate was observed in the gym. The plate has previously been taped, however the tape has come off exposing the broken edges. On metal strip on the blinds in the gym was observed to be broken and sharp. The metal slat was bent in a way that made it accessible to children in the lower part of the window. The broken blind is located in the window closet to the rear door of the older toddler room.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 23, 2023
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.
Peeling paint was observed in a window sill of Enrichment Room 2.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 23, 2023
Category: physical safety. 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.
The women's restroom on the second floor and the restroom in the large preschool room did not have lidded waste receptacles.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 23, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.113(a)(1) · Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises.
At approximately 9:55AM on 9/15/23, 5 children were observed in the large preschool room with staff #5. When asked to identify the children they were responsible for supervising, staff #5 named 4 preschool age children, but could not identify the older toddler in the group stating that the child does not usually come to the preschool room.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 23, 2023
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(a)(1) · An agreement shall specify the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week.
The agreement for child #2 did not specify the amount of the fee to be charged.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 23, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(a)(4) · An agreement shall specify the child's arrival and departure times.
The agreement for child #2 did not specify the child's arrival and departure times.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 27, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(b)/3270.182(8) · A parent shall receive the original agreement. The facility shall retain a copy of the agreement. A child's record shall contain a copy of the initial agreement and subsequent written agreements between the parent and the operator. The parent receives the original agreement.
The file for child #2 contained the original agreement.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 23, 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.
A written transportation plan for a medical emergency was not posted in the older toddler room.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 27, 2023
Category: transportation. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) · A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP. 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).
The files for children #4 and #5, enrolled for over 60 days, contained immunization records which indicated the children have not received the influenza vaccine at anytime. Written exemptions were not on file.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 27, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) · A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem. A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.
The files for staff #1 and #11 contained consecutive health assessments conducted more than 24 months apart. The most recent health assessments on file for staff #1and #11 are now current. The file for staff #4, #6, #13, #14, and #16 contained initial health assessments conducted after their first day in a child care position. The file for staff #2 does not contain a health assessment completed in the past 24 months. The file for staff #15 does not contain a health assessment.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 23, 2023
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.161(d) · Potentially hazardous food brought from the child's home or provided by the facility shall be refrigerated.
A child's lunch box containing chicken nuggets was observed on the table in the second floor kitchen at 10:05 AM.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 23, 2023
Category: nutrition. 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.
The files for the following staff lacked written references; #6, #13, #14, #15, and #16.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 27, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(f)(10)/3270.192(2)(iii) · Staff persons shall complete professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.
The file for staff #4 contained pediatric CPR and first aid training completed more than 90 days after hire. The training was dated 7/21/23 and is now current. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)
Corrected Corrected by Oct 23, 2023
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.
The facility's documentation of the 30 day tests of the fire alarm system included several consecutive tests conducted more than 30 days apart; 10/28/22 to 11/30/22=34 days, 12/28/22 to 1/30/23 = 34 days, 4/27/23 to 5/29/23 = 33 days. Additionally, the last documented test was dated 7/26/23. The documentation was reviewed on 9/15/23 which resulted in 51 days since the last test.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 23, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.27(f) · The operator shall send a copy of the emergency plan and subsequent plan updates to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.
The operator did not have documentation of submitting the emergency plan to the local municipality or the county emergency management agency. Changes were made to the facility's emergency plan in 2022.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 27, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(a)(5) · An agreement shall specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
The file for child #3 contained an agreement which did not specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 24, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. 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.
Flat screen TVs in both the infant room and the large preschool room were not anchored which created a tip-over injury risk.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 24, 2022
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.
Rust was observed on the metal bells of two musical instruments in toddler 1.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 24, 2022
Category: physical safety. 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.
The facility's emergency plan did not address continuity of operations.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 24, 2022
Category: ratio. 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.
Staff persons #1, #2, and #3 did not complete the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire or by the deadline of 6/17/21 (see LIS code sheet): health and safety topics 1-9. Documentation of completion is now on file.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 24, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.65 · Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.
Electrical outlets in PS2B and Enrichment 1, which are accessible to children 5 years of age or younger, lacked protective covers on the day of the inspection.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 24, 2022
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.66(a) · Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children.
A bottle of bleach was accessible to children in an unlocked cabinet under the sink in the employee kitchen. The door to the kitchen was open. Chlorine tabs were accessible to children in the stairwell.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 24, 2022
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.
Two electrical outlet plates, observed in Enrichment 1 and Toddler 1, were cracked or broken leaving sharp edges accessible to children.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 24, 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.
Peeling paint was observed in the following areas of the facility; near the ball bin and along the wall under the thermostat in the indoor play space, on the left wall of toddler 3, near the puzzle shelf in toddler 2, and in the window sill of enrichment 1.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 24, 2022
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1) · The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child.A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports.
The file for child #4, a preschooler, contained a health report which has not been updated within the last 12 months.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 24, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(e)(1) · 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.
The files for child #1 and #2 contained immunization records which did not include documentation of receiving the influenza vaccine in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP. Written exemptions were not on file.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 24, 2022
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.
The file for staff #5 contained a health assessment which has not been updated within the past 24 months.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 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
The file for staff #4 contained only 1 written reference.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 24, 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.
The facility has not conducted an emergency drill.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 21, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) · Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)).The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met.
The required tests of the fire alarm system were not done every 30 days (documented test dates as follows: 5-30-22, 7-21-22, no test in Aug 2022). An annual inspection of the system was not conducted.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 30, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(e)(4)(i) · Competence is the completion of training by a professional in the field of first-aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). All staff persons shall renew their certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on or before the expiration of the most current certification.
The file for Staff #2, an existing staff member, contained documentation of certification in pediatric first-aid and CPR which had expired.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 27, 2021
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).A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #1--- may not work in a child care position at the facility.
The file for Staff #1 contained child abuse, state police, NSOR and FBI clearances dated after the first day of employment in a child care position. The FBI clearance for Staff #1 contained a RAP sheet which lacked dispositions for charges. No receipts or applications for clearances were present in the file. The file for Staff #2 contained an FBI clearance dated after the date first day of employment in a child care position. No receipt for FBI clearance was present in the file.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 13, 2021
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii) · A staff person or a substitute staff person shall meet one of the applicable staff qualifications for the position in which the person is performing. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.
The file for Staff #1, observed supervising a group of PS children, contained documentation of previous child care experience yet lacked documentation of education, making it unable to be determined if she qualified in a child care position.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 26, 2021
Category: supervision. 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.
The file for Staff #1 contained a health assessment dated after the first date of employment in a child care position.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 26, 2021
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(f)(10)/3270.192(2)(iii) · Pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.
The file for Staff #1, an existing staff member, lacked documentation of certification in pediatric first-aid and CPR. Certification was due 180 days following the implementation of the current regulations.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 1, 2021
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(h)/3270.192(2)(iii) · All staff persons shall complete the professional development under subsection (f). A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.
The file for Staff #1, an existing staff member, contained documentation of health and safety training numbers 1 - 9, as listed in the regulation 3270.31(f), dated 8/23/21. The file for Staff #2, an existing staff member, lacked documentation of health and safety training numbers 1 - 9, as listed in the regulation 3270.31(f). Completion of training was due 180 days after the implementation of the current regulations.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 27, 2021
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.21 · Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.
A hammer and sharp screws, posing a threat to the safety of children, were observed in an unlocked cabinet, accessible to children, in the Gym.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 11, 2021
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.27(c) · The operator shall assure that each facility person receives training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment, on an annual basis and at the time of each plan update. The operator shall document the date of each training and the names of all facility persons who received the training and kept on file at the facility.
The file for Staff #1 contained documentation of consecutive emergency plan trainings which were dated more than 12 months apart. The file for Staff #7, a volunteer, lacked documentation of emergency plan training.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 28, 2021
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.27(d) · The operator shall post the emergency plan in the facility at a conspicuous location.
The emergency plan was not posted in a conspicuous location in the facility.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 27, 2021
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(e)(4)(i) · Competence is the completion of training by a professional in the field of first-aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). All staff persons shall renew their certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on or before the expiration of the most current certification.
The files for Staff #1 and #2 contained most recent certifications in pediatric first-aid and CPR which were expired.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 14, 2021
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(e)(4)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iii) · 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 facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.
The files for Staff #1 and #2 contained documentation of most recent fire safety trainings dated more than 12 months ago.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 14, 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).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 #6 and #7--- may not work in a child care position at the facility.
*The file for Staff #3 contained state police, NSOR and FBI clearances dated after the first day working with children. No receipts or applications were present in the file. The file for Staff #6, designated as a volunteer, lacked an FBI clearance. Staff #6 was observed volunteering with children in the PS Room. The file for Staff #7, designated as a volunteer, lacked an NSOR clearance. Staff #7 was observed volunteering with children in the PS Room.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 7, 2021
Category: background checks. 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).The legal entity will coordinate and comply with ELRC 5 to provide technical assistance in the subject of file organization. Technical assistance will provide guidance to staff who are responsible for staff files in the areas of content, timeliness, staff qualifications and clearances.
**The file for Staff #3 contained state police,, NSOR and FBI clearances dated after the first day working with children. No receipts or applications were present in the file. The file for Staff #6, designated as a volunteer, lacked an FBI clearance. Staff #6 was observed volunteering with children in the PS Room. The file for Staff #7, designated as a volunteer, lacked an NSOR clearance. Staff #7 was observed volunteering with children in the PS Room.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 1, 2021
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii) · A staff person or a substitute staff person shall meet one of the applicable staff qualifications for the position in which the person is performing.A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.
The files for Staff #5 and #6, both designated as Aides, contained documentation of previous child care experience yet lacked documentation of education.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 28, 2021
Category: recordkeeping. 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.
The file for Staff #1 lacked a current staff evaluation.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 5, 2021
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.61(c) · Indoor child care space is measured within permanent stationary partitions or walls. The allowable number of children in a space is determined by dividing the total square feet in a space by 40.
During assessment of ratio and supervision at 10:10 AM on 8/11/21, 8 YSA children were observed in the Math and Science Room, which has a licensed capacity of 7.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 11, 2021
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.82(h) · A facility person and an able child shall wash his hands after toileting and before eating. A sign on which this requirement is written shall be posted at each toilet, training chair, diapering area and sink in the facility.
Handwashing signs were not posted at the diaper changing station in the downstairs PS Room, at the urinal in the boys' bathroom or at the diaper changer and sink in the Infant Room.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 12, 2021
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.65 · Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.
Electrical outlets were observed to be uncovered in power strips under the computer in the PS Room and under a desk in the Infant Room. Electrical outlets were observed to be uncovered by the soft area in the Toddler 1A Room. Electrical outlets were observed to be uncovered on the right and back walls of the downstairs PS Room and on the far wall between the windows and the right wall, both in the Gym.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 12, 2021
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.66(a) · Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children.
Toxic hand sanitizer was observed to be accessible to children on a shelf in the Math and Science Room. A toxic can of paint was observed on the floor of the downstairs PS Room, accessible to children. Toxic silicone and batteries were observed to be accessible to children in an unlocked cabinet in the Gym. Toxic ice melt was observed to be accessible to children in a spreader in the stairwell. Toothpaste labeled keep out of the reach of children was observed in an unlocked desk drawer, accessible to children, in the new PS Room. Clorox and Comet were observed to be accessible to children on the window sill of the Enrichment Room.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 11, 2021
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.69(b) · Hot water temperature, in areas accessible to children, may not exceed 110° F.
The water at both sinks in the boys' bathroom and the sink in the Toddler 1A Room was measured at 118 degrees F.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 11, 2021
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.74 · The telephone number of the nearest hospital, police department, fire department, ambulance and poison control center shall be posted by each telephone in the facility.
The emergency telephone numbers in the PS, Toddler 2B and Toddler 1A Rooms were not posted near the telephones.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 11, 2021
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.75(c) · A first-aid kit must contain the following: soap, an assortment of adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, tweezers, tape, scissors and disposable, nonporous gloves.
The first-aid kit in the Infant Room was observed to lack tweezers. The first-aid kit in the Downstairs PS Room was observed to lack tweezers and scissors.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 13, 2021
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.
A toy shopping cart was observed to be cracked, causing a pinch point, in the Gym.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 11, 2021
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.103 · 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.
Exposed foam was observed due to rips on the adult chair in the Infant Room. Paper clips with a diameter of less than 1 inch were observed to be accessible to children in an unlocked drawer by the computer in the Toddler 1A Room.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 12, 2021
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.111(b) · The written plan of daily activities shall be posted in the group space.
A written plan of daily activities was not posted in the Math and Science Room.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 12, 2021
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(a) · An agreement shall be signed by the operator and the parent.
The file for Child #5 contained an agreement which lacked the operator's signature.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 5, 2021
Category: recordkeeping. 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.
The file for Child #2 contained an emergency contact form which lacked the work address and telephone number of the enrolling parent.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 5, 2021
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(6) · Emergency contact information must include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.
The file for Child #3 contained an emergency contact form which lacked the name and policy number of the child's health insurance.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 5, 2021
Category: health medication. 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.
The files for Child #1, #2 and #4 contained emergency contact forms which lacked addresses for release persons.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 5, 2021
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(c) · When children are in the facility, emergency contact information shall be present in a child care space for children receiving care in the space.
Emergency contact forms were not present in the PS Room, Math and Science Room and Gym for children being cared for in those spaces.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 12, 2021
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.
The file for Child #3, age 8, with an enrollment date of 12/12/20, lacked an initial health report. The file for Child #5, age 7, with an enrollment date of 8/24/20, lacked an initial health report.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 5, 2021
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(e)(1) · 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.
The file for Child #1, age 3, contained record of immunization history which lacked a current influenza vaccination and the second Hepatitis A vaccination. The file for Child #2, age 2, contained record of immunization history which lacked a current influenza vaccination.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 5, 2021
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.133(4) · Medication shall be stored in a locked area of the facility or in an area that is out of the reach of children.
A cold and mucus medication was observed to be accessible to children on a table in the downstairs PS Room.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 13, 2021
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.
The file for Staff #2 contained a most recent health assessment dated more than 24 months ago. The file for Staff #3 contained an initial health assessment dated after the first day working with children. The files for Staff #6 and #7, designated as volunteers, lacked health assessments.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 5, 2021
Category: ratio. 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.
The file for Staff #7, a volunteer, lacked documentation of a tuberculosis screening.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 5, 2021
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.165 · An operator shall conspicuously post the menu at least 1 week in advance or provide a menu to each family.
The observed menu was posted for the current week yet lacked the menu items for 1 week in advance.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 5, 2021
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.
The file for Staff #4 lacked documentation of a valid state police clearance. A valid state police clearance was reviewed at a previous inspection.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 5, 2021
Category: background checks. 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.
The observed emergency plan lacked accommodations for infants and toddlers.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 30, 2021
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(f)(10)/3270.192(2)(iii) · Pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.
The files for Staff #3, #4 and #5, existing staff members, lacked documentation of certification in pediatric first-aid and CPR. Certification was due 180 days following the implementation of the current regulations.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 5, 2021
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(h)/3270.192(2)(iii) · All staff persons shall complete the professional development under subsection (f). A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.
The files for Staff #2, #3, #4 and #5, existing staff members, lacked documentation of health and safety training numbers 1 - 9, as listed in the regulation 3270.31(f). Training was required within 180 days following the implementation of the current regulations.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 5, 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.
The previous regulations were posted for families yet the operator had not provided the parent of each child enrolled with information on how to access the current regulations in this chapter electronically.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 28, 2021
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.66(a) · Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children.
A toxic Glade air freshener was observed on the desk, accessible to children and a toxic Comet cleanser was observed on a shelf, accessible to children, both in the PS 2B Room.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 20, 2021
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.107 · A facility shall have an operable, clean refrigerator used to store potentially hazardous foods. The refrigerator shall be capable of maintaining food at 45° F or below. An operating thermometer shall be placed in the refrigerator.
The refrigerator in the PS 2B Room was observed to lack a thermometer.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 20, 2021
Category: nutrition. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.25(b) · The operator shall post a copy of each inspection summary issued by the Department in a conspicuous location used by parents. The inspection summary shall remain posted until an agent of the Department verifies that each regulatory noncompliance item cited on the inspection summary has been corrected.
SIN-00181727, a summary with one violation not yet verified as implemented, was not posted in a conspicuous location used by parents in the facility.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 20, 2021
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.37(c) · An aide or a combination of aides shall be supervised at all times by a staff person qualified at minimum as an assistant group supervisor.
During assessment of ratio and supervision at 10:10 AM on 7/20/21, Staff #2 and #3 were observed in the Enrichment Room with 2 YSA. At 10:25 AM on 7/20/21, Staff #2 was observed in the hallway with 1 YSA.Both Staff #2 and #3 qualify as Aides. No other staff were present in the room or hallway at these times.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 20, 2021
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.51 · 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.
SECOND VIOLATION: On 7/20/21 at 10:05 AM, Staff #1 answered the front door of the facility to allow cert rep entry, leaving 3 OT children in the Toddler 2 Room, alone and unsupervised. On 7/20/21 at 10:25 AM, 1 YSA child was observed alone and unsupervised, walking down the hall to the drinking fountain and using the drinking fountain. Staff #2 met child at the fountain after approximately 1 to 2 minutes. Previously cited on 6/24/21 on SIN-00189204.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 21, 2021
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.113(a) · Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises.
*SECOND VIOLATION: On 7/20/21 at 10:05 AM, Staff #1 answered the front door of the facility to allow cert rep entry, leaving 3 OT children in the Toddler 2 Room, alone and unsupervised. On 7/20/21 at 10:25 AM, 1 YSA child was observed alone and unsupervised, walking down the hall to the drinking fountain and using the drinking fountain. Staff #2 met child at the fountain after approximately 1 to 2 minutes. Previously cited on 6/24/21 on SIN-00189204.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 21, 2021
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.113(a) · Children must be supervised at all times. The legal entity must arrange for all facility staff to receive a minimum of two hours of training regarding supervision of children within 3 months of the approval of the plan of correction.. The legal entity must receive OCDEL approval of the training content prior to scheduling the training.
**SECOND VIOLATION: On 7/20/21 at 10:05 AM, Staff #1 answered the front door of the facility to allow cert rep entry, leaving 3 OT children in the Toddler 2 Room, alone and unsupervised. On 7/20/21 at 10:25 AM, 1 YSA child was observed alone and unsupervised, walking down the hall to the drinking fountain and using the drinking fountain. Staff #2 met child at the fountain after approximately 1 to 2 minutes. Previously cited on 6/24/21 on SIN-00189204.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 1, 2021
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.113(a)(1) · Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises.
SECOND VIOLATION: On 7/20/21 at 10:05 AM, Staff #1 answered the front door of the facility to allow cert rep entry, leaving 3 OT children in the Toddler 2 Room, alone and unsupervised. On 7/20/21 at 10:25 AM, 1 YSA child was observed alone and unsupervised, walking down the hall to the drinking fountain and using the drinking fountain. Staff #2 met child at the fountain after approximately 1 to 2 minutes. The staff assigned to the supervision of the children were not physically present with the children. Previously cited on 6/24/21 on SIN-00189204.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 21, 2021
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.