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Home › PA › Pittsburgh › Kinder Academy Of Kennedy Robinson Township
1476 Old Steubenville Pike, Pittsburgh PA 15205 · License #CER-00249336 · Center · Child Care Center
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3270.21 · Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.
In the Infant Room, a crib contained a loose, blue sheet, which was not fitted, posing a suffocation hazard. In the Infant Room, a child who had fallen asleep, was placed in the crib with a bib around his/her neck, posing a strangulation or suffocation hazard. In the Infant Room, a sleeping child was in the crib with a hat which had fallen off his/her head, posing a suffocation hazard.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 7, 2025
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.
The file for Staff #1 (see IS Code Sheet) contained documentation of Health & Safety training, Part 2, on 10.20.25, which exceeded 90 days of hire.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 7, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.62(c) · Outdoor or indoor play space shall be safe for large muscle activity.
In the Preschool Playground, there were multiple dips in the surface, causing it to be uneven and creating a tripping/falling hazard.
Disposition: Compliant - Finalized
Disposition: Compliant - Finalized
Disposition: Compliant - Finalized
Disposition: Compliant - Finalized
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Data synced from Pennsylvania DHS, Office of Child Development and Early Learning on Jul 8, 2026 · Source records · Report an error
Corrected Corrected by Dec 7, 2025
Category: physical safety. 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.
In Room 1B, the young toddler room, ten (10) protective outlet covers were missing on the cube, surge protector, which was located on the counter by the refrigerator, and were accessible to children five (5) years of age or younger.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 7, 2025
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.
One (1) outdoor, toy storage cart, was in the path of egress from the exit located on Level E, from the staff room, and was obstructed.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 7, 2025
Category: physical safety. 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.
In the Infant Room, a Becati, boppy pillow, contained torn Velcro and pulled stitching, which was not in good repair. In the Infant/Toddler Playground, a Lil Tykes playhouse was pulled apart between the tan and red panels, and was not in good repair.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 7, 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.
In Room 1B, the Young Toddler Room, none of the six (6) cots had 2 feet of space on three (3) sides of the occupied cots, during naptime. In the Infant Room, one (1) crib did not have two (2) feet of space on one (1) side, as it only measured 22". In the Infant Room, two (2) cribs did not have two (2) of space on two (2) sides, as one (1) side was up against a cabinet, and one (1) side was close to an unoccupied crib.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 7, 2025
Category: physical safety. 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.
In the unoccupied Preschool Transition Room, 3C, the plastic refrigerator container was not clean, and the operator confirmed that it was crayon markings.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 7, 2025
Category: nutrition. 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.
In Room 1A, the two (2) staff in the room were unable to accurately name the specific children in their supervision groups, who were an older toddler and preschool children, until the fourth attempt.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 7, 2025
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2) · An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission. A child's record shall contain the dates of application, admission and withdrawal of the child.
The Agreement in the file for Child #1, Child #2, Child #3, Child #4, and Child #5 did not specify the date of the child's admission.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 7, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(2) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.
The Emergency Contact form, in the file for Child #3, did not contain the address or phone number of the child's physician or source of medical care. The Emergency Contact form, in the file for Child #4, did not contain the name or phone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 7, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.134(a) · A staff person shall ensure that a child's hands are washed before meals and snacks, after toileting and after being diapered.
As confirmed by the staff in the Infant Room, infants' hands are not washed after being diapered.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 7, 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.
In the Infant Room, the section of the diaper can which is designed to place the diapers, did not open without pressing on it, which then was not hands-free.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 7, 2025
Category: health medication. 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.
2nd Citation: Same citation previously cited on 12.31.24. The file for Staff #4 did not contain evaluated proof of education, and therefore, the educational equivalency was unable to be determined.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 14, 2025
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.
The file for Staff #1 contained documentation of Health & Safety - 1 Hour Update training on 9.18.23, which was due by 12.30.22, which exceeded the deadline.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 20, 2024
Category: ratio. 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 file for Staff #1 did not contain any documentation of completed Fire Safety training in 2023 or 2024, at the time of the inspection, which is required at least every 12 months.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 26, 2024
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.
In Room 2D - SA/PK, a protective cover on the bottom electrical outlet was missing, which would be accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 15, 2025
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 Health Assessment, in the file for Staff #2, did not contain a date, making it unknown as to when the Health Assessment was conducted, and is therefore, invalid.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 15, 2025
Category: ratio. 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 files for Staff #3 and Staff #4 did not contain evaluated proof of education, and therefore, the educational equivalency was unable to be determined.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 7, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(e)/3270.192(2)(iii) · A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training. 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 contained documentation of 4.5 hours of child care training between 12.19.23 and 12.18.24, which did not meet the annual 12-hour requirement.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 7, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.52 · When children are grouped in mixed age levels, the age of the youngest child in the group determines the staff:child ratio and maximum group size in accordance with the requirements in § 3270.51 (relating to similar age level).
During observation, on 8/23/24, from 8:00 AM until 8:45 AM, Staff Person #1 was observed supervising 9 children (5 Preschool, 2 Older Toddlers and 2 Younger Toddlers). Based on statements from staff, the facility was also over ratio the mornings of 8/20, 8/21 and 8/23 during the same time frames.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 23, 2024
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(a) · Emergency contact information is required for each enrolled child. Emergency contact information must reference who shall be contacted in an emergency.
A review of child records was conducted, based on attendance on 8/23/24 verified there were no child files for Child #1, #2 and #3. Because there were no child files for Child #1, #2 and #3, the facility did not have emergency contact forms on file for these children. Additionally, the files for Child #4, #5, #6 and #7 did not include an emergency contact form to show the contact information.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 23, 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.
During physical site review on 8/23/24, emergency contact forms were not present in Classroom 1A for Child #1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 and 7, who were receiving care in this room.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 23, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.163(b) · Breakfast prepared at the facility for children of toddler age or older shall have at least one item from three of the following four food groups: dairy, protein, fruit and vegetable, grain.
During observation of breakfast served on 8/23/24, verified that meal served was Cheerios and milk, which only accounted for two of three food groups required (grain and dairy). Based on conversations with staff, it was confirmed that only two food groups (grain and fruit) were served on the morning of 8/20/24 because milk had not been delivered to the facility.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 23, 2024
Category: nutrition. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.181(a) · An operator shall establish and maintain an individual record for each child enrolled in the facility.
A review of child records based on attendance on 8/23/24 verified there were no child files for Child #1, #2 and #3.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 26, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.182(8) · 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.
A review of child records based on attendance on 8/23/24 verified there were no child files for Child #1, #2 and #3. Because there were no child files for Child #1, #2 and #3, the facility did not have fee agreements on file for Child #1, #2 and #3. Additionally, the files for Child #8 and #9 did not include fee agreements.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 26, 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, primary staff person, or family child care home staff person who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise staff person #1-, staff person #1 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.
Staff person #1- was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #1 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Pediatric CPR/FA.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 13, 2024
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.
On 8/23/24 at 8:00 AM, Staff Person #2 was observed supervising four children (3 Infants and 1 YSA) in the Main Room. When asked to name the children, Staff Person #2 did not know the name of Child #8, the YSA child in her group.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 23, 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). Facility Persons # 4 and 7 may not work in a child care position at the facility. A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the
The files for staff # 1, 2, 3 and 6 lack a disclosure statement. The file for staff #4 lacks the correct disclosure statement required under the CPSL and a Child Abuse clearance on or before initial start date in a child care position. The file for staff #5 lacks the correct disclosure statement required under the CPSL. The file for staff #7 lacks the correct disclosure statement required under the CPSL and a PA State Police on or before initial start date in a child care position. There is no State Police clearance on file. SEE IS CODE SHEET.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 13, 2024
Category: background checks. 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 persons #5 and #3 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 #5 and #3, staff persons #5 and #3 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.
Staff person #5 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #5 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: 10 hour Health and Safety Training. Staff person #3 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #3 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: 1 hour Health and Safety Training Update.
Corrected Corrected by May 24, 2024
Category: supervision. 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), within 90 days of hire. Staff person #1 and #5 will have until 5.12.24 to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #1 and #5 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 #1 and #5, staff person #1 and #5 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.
The file for Staff person #1 lacked verification that they have completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric First Aid and CPR Training. The file for Staff person #5 lacked verification that they have completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): 10 hour Health and Safety Training.
Corrected Corrected by May 9, 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). Facility Person #1, #2, #3, #5 and #6 may not work in a child care position at the facility. A provisional employee may not be permitted to work alone with children and must work within the vicinity of a permanent employee.
The file for Staff Person #1 lacked a current PA State Police and Child Abuse Clearance. The file also lacked a signed disclosure statement. The most recent PA State Police Clearance for Staff Person #1 was dated 3.12.19 and their PA Child Abuse Clearance was dated 3.19.19. The file for Staff Person #2 lacked a completed NSOR Certificate. Staff Person #2 was observed to be working alone with a group of children at the facility. The file for Staff Person #3 lacked a completed PA State Police or FBI Clearance prior to starting at the facility. The file for Staff Person #3 also lacked a completed Disclosure Statement. Staff Person #3 was observed to be working alone with a group of children at the facility. The file for Staff Person #4 lacked a completed NSOR Certificate and they have exceeded 45 days in a child care taking position. A completed NSOR Certificate was not on file until 3.27.24. The file for Staff Person #5 lacked a completed FBI Clearance and NSOR Certificate and they have exceeded 45 days in a child care taking position. Staff Person #5 was observed alone with a group of children at the facility. The file for Staff Person #6 lacked a signed disclosure statement.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 28, 2024
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 Person #3, who was observed to be working alone with children, lacked 2500 hours of experience to qualify them for the position they were performing. The file only contained 1,818.6 hours.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 28, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.34(c) · A director shall be employed by a facility and be present at the facility site a minimum of 30 hours per week.
The acting Director is not present at the facility 30 hours per week as it was reported by Staff Person #1 that they are also training new Directors at another location.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 28, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. 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.
Staff Person #3 was observed to be working alone with a group of children. The qualifications on file for Staff Person #3 indicated that they are an Aide and must be supervised by a staff person qualified at minimum as an assistant group supervisor.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 28, 2024
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 Person #1 and #3 lacked a completed health assessment.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 28, 2024
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 Person #3 lacked one of their two written, nonfamily references attesting to their suitability to serve as a facility person.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 28, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. 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 thermometer in the refrigerator in the PS room measured 62° F.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 22, 2023
Category: nutrition. 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 person #1 lacked documentation of a tuberculosis screening at initial employment. (See LIS CODE SHEET)
Corrected Corrected by Nov 22, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.52 · When children are grouped in mixed age levels, the age of the youngest child in the group determines the staff:child ratio and maximum group size in accordance with the requirements in § 3270.51 (relating to similar age level).
On 9/12/23 at 9:20am, staff person #1 was observed caring for 6 older toddlers and 1 young toddler in the Older Toddler Room.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 27, 2023
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.
On 9/12/23 at 9:20am, staff person #2 was observed caring for 6 young toddlers in the Young Toddler Room.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 24, 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.
In Room 2A-Infants, loose crib sheets were observed on cribs in which infants were sleeping.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 5, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.66(c) · Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be used in a way that does not contaminate play surfaces, food, food preparation areas and does not constitute a hazard to the children.
Cleaning materials, such as, a bottle of Lysol Disinfectant Spray, disinfectant wipes, hand sanitizer, and air freshener were observed to be stored in cabinet above food in Room 3B.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 5, 2023
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.67(d) · Trash that has been contaminated by human secretions or excrement shall be contained in closed, plastic-lined receptacles.
In the PreK room, trash that was contaminated by human secretions was plastic-lined but the trash receptacle did not have a closed lid. In Room 3A, trash that was contaminated by human secretions was observed in a closed receptacle but was not plastic-lined.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 5, 2023
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.
The diaper changing pad in Room 1B was observed to be torn exposing the children to foam interior, which poses a choking hazard to the children in the room who are still placing objects in their mouths.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 5, 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 file for facility person #2 was observed not to contain documentation of a health assessment being completed within 12 months prior to date of hire (See LIS CODE SHEET). The file for facility person #3 was observed to contain a health assessment conducted on 10/12/22, which was not completed within 12 months prior to date of hire (See LIS CODE SHEET).
Corrected Corrected by Jun 5, 2023
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 facility person #2 lacked documentation of a tuberculosis screening at initial employment (See LIS code sheet).
Corrected Corrected by Jun 5, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.151(c)(5) · An adult health assessment must include the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care.
The health assessment on file for facility person #1 lacked the physician's assessment of the staff person's suitability to provide child care.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 5, 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.
Based on staff statements, in the front playground, the toddlers were observed to be placing twigs into their mouths because the playground is not routinely cleaned. The observation was made that there was a large number of leaves and twigs around the playground. Based on staff statements and observations, the facilities back playground's artificial grass was rolled up and not firmly attached to the ground causing a potential tripping hazard.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 16, 2022
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.
Based on staff statements, while on the front playground, toddlers who are still placing objects in their mouths have been observed placing small twigs into their mouths.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 16, 2022
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.
The rest equipment in the PS room was observed to lack labels with the names of specific children.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 16, 2022
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.135(b) · Diaper changing surfaces shall be cleaned after each use by wiping the surface with a sanitizing solution or by changing a pad or other surface covering.
Based on staff statements, diaper changing surfaces are not being cleaned after each use in the OT room.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 16, 2022
Category: health medication. 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 file for staff person #1 was observed to have documentation Mandated Reporter training that was not renewed before the expiration date of the most current certification required under CPSL. The two most current trainings are dated 2/22/17 and 4/20/22.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 16, 2022
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 person #1and #2 were observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #1 and #2 have not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: health and safety topics #1 through #9, as required by regulation 31f and pediatric first aid/CPR from a PQAS approved trainer and a PQAS approved curriculum.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 12, 2022
Category: supervision. 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.
In the room 1B-YT, a bottle of Clorox wipes were stored above food located in the corner cabinet of the room.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 20, 2022
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.69(b) · Hot water temperature, in areas accessible to children, may not exceed 110° F.
In the children's restroom located in the PS rooms, the hot water temperature on the right sink measured approximately 140° F.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 20, 2022
Category: physical safety. 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.
In the PS Transition Room, a clear toy bin containing paper confetti was observed to be cracked and exposes the children in care to rough edges and sharp corners.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 20, 2022
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.104(a) · Furniture must be durable, safe, easily cleaned and appropriate for the child's size, age and special needs.
In the classroom 3A-PS, two red cushions for a child's sofa and chair had holes and tears in the corners. In the classroom 3C-PS Transition, one red cushion for a child's chair had a hole and tear in the corner of the cushion.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 20, 2022
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.
In the classrooms 1A -OT, 1B-YT, Infant, and 3A-PS, a hands-free garbage can was not located next to the diaper changing table.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 20, 2022
Category: health medication. 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 did not conduct or have documentation of an annual emergency drill on file. The regulations took effect on 12/19/2020 and an emergency drill has not been completed.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 5, 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 facility lacked documentation of proof of purchase for the interconnected fire detection system.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 20, 2022
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 facility lacked documentation of sending the emergency plan and subsequent plan updates to the local municipality and county emergency management agency.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 20, 2022
Category: physical safety. 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 facility lacked written documentation of notifying the local traffic safety authorities of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the child care facility.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 20, 2022
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.
RECITED FROM SIN-00190750 : During a supervision/ratio assessment at the beginning of the renewal inspection, , in Room 1A, which had 7 YT and 1 OT, Staff person #3 named 4 children. Staff member #4 had responsibility for the 4 girls in the room but did not know their names. RECITED FROM SIN-00181521: According to staff statements, Staff person #1 was the only staff in the infant room with 5 infants for a period of about 30 minutes on 1/20/21 while Staff person #2 was in the preschool room and was therefore not present in the infant room supervising the children assigned to her
Corrected Corrected by Aug 2, 2021
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.