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400 Old Abers Creek Rd, Pittsburgh PA 15239 · License #CER-00252536 · Center · Child Care Center
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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 hand sanitizer labeled, "keep out of reach of children," on top of the entryway table accessible to children.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 8, 2026
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(c)(1) · An individual 16 years of age or older who is enrolled in an approved training curriculum may be used as a staff person, if the curriculum is conducted by an institution approved by the Department of Education and accredited by an accrediting agency recognized by the United States Department of Education or the Council on Postsecondary Education and acceptable to the Department of Education.
The file for staff #2 lacked documentation of a curriculum conducted by an institution approved by the Department of Education and accredited by an accrediting agency recognized by the United States Department of Education or the Council on Postsecondary Education and acceptable to the Department of Education. Staff #2 was identified as a staff during the renewal inspection.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 9, 2026
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.
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
The file for staff #4 contained a current Child Abuse clearances dated 5/9/25 that was obtained about 3 weeks after staff # 4 start date. The file for staff #4 contained a current FBI dated 6/5/25 with an application dated 6/3/25 that was obtained about a month and a half after staff #4 start date on 4/21/25. The file for staff #5 contained a current FBI clearance dated 10/11/25 that was obtained about 5 months after staff #5 start date on 4/28/25.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 9, 2026
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.35(b)(2) · A group supervisor shall have a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, including 30 credit hours in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education or the human services field and 1 year of experience with children.
The file for staff #6 contained 18 out of 30 credit hours on the human services field. Staff #6 does not qualify as a Group Supervisor as staff #6 was identified on the staff data sheet.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 14, 2026
Category: supervision. 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 water mark damaged spot on the ceiling with peeling paint in the Pre-K room.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 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 a peeling paint on the toddler's playground equipment stair.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 15, 2026
Category: physical safety. 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.
There were two toilets that lacked washing hands signs posted in the preschool room bathroom.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 13, 2026
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.102(a) · Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts.
There were foam blocks with teeth marks in the Discovery Preschool room. There was a cracked basket on top of the cubbies in the preschool room. There were 3 broken art trays in the pre-k room. There was a damaged basketball hoop in the preschool playground.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 8, 2026
Category: physical safety. 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 files for children #1 and 2 lacked the date of the child's date of admission on the agreement form.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 14, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) · The parent shall update in writing emergency contact information once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information. A parent is required to review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information.
The file for staff #3 contained an emergency contact form that was not reviewed with the 6 months period. 8/3/24-8/3/25. the file was reviewed.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 14, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(b)(2)/3270.131(e)(3) · 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 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 childcare group settings). Child #1 must be dismissed from care by close of business 1/8/26 and may only return to care when the immunization records are provided or when a parent provides a written, signed and dated exemption letter.
The file for child # 1 a preschooler lacked an updated health report. The child cannot return until the facility has a copy of the health report and immunizations record. The file for child #3 a preschooler contained a current health report dated 6/26/25. The report was not updated within 12 months. The previous report was dated 9/19/23.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 12, 2026
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(e)/3270.131(e)(3) · The facility may not accept or retain an infant 2 months of age or older, a toddler or a preschool child at the facility for more than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility unless the parent provides written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of the dates (month, day and year) the child was administered immunizations in accordance with the recommendations of the ACIP. 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).Child # 4 must be dismissed from care by close of business 1/8/26 and may only return to care when the immunization records are provided or when a parent provides a written, signed and dated exemption letter.
The file for child # 4 is missing 2 doses of DTAP, vaccine, a dose of the MMR vaccine, a dose of Rotavirus vaccine and 2 doses of Pneumococcal vaccine.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 14, 2026
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.
Staff # 3 kept a soiled diaper on the changing table until she was done with the diaper change, instead of discarding it immediately into a plastic-lined, hands-free covered can.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 14, 2026
Category: health medication. 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 #1 lacked a TB test .
Corrected Corrected by Jan 8, 2026
Category: health medication. 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 #-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 Firs-Aide and Pediatric CPR training.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 19, 2025
Category: supervision. 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 #2 lacked a copy of the disclosure statement.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 19, 2025
Category: background checks. 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 # 1 lacked written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 20, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.75(b) · A first-aid kit must be inaccessible to children.
The first-aid kit bag in the preschool 2 room was on top of a low multi drawer plastic shelf accessible to children.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 10, 2025
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 kid in the Pre-k room lacked tape.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 10, 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 were 2 sunscreens in two different cubbies in the preschool room label " keep out of reach of children." accessible to children.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 10, 2025
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 were 3 cleaning bottles in the preschool 2 cabinet by crackers, candy, baby puff snacks and marshmallows.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 10, 2025
Category: ratio. 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 were exposed splinters by the changing table wall in the Toddler A room. There was rust on the door frame by the changing table in the Toddler A room There was a cracked on the teacher's countertop in the preschool room.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 13, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.82(g) · Toilet areas and fixtures shall be cleaned daily and be in good repair.
The sink in the preschool 2 room was dirty it has dark black stains. The sink in the toddler A room was dirty with yellow and black stains. The toilets in the preschool 2 room were dirty with dry urine stains and dust.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 14, 2025
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.
There was a ripped changing mat with exposed foam in the bathroom, a cracked blue bin and a cozy corner tent with two holes in the preschool room. There were 2 cracked bins in the preschool 2 room. There was a pink cracked basket and a cracked water paint case in the pre-k room. There was a cracked bin in the Toddler B room. There was a cracked truck toy in the toddler's playground and a damaged basketball hoop in the preschool playground.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 15, 2025
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.
There were temporal paint pouches in the preschool room with a warning label " choking hazard- small part Not for children under 3 years. The paints were accessible to children.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 10, 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 4 cots that were not at least 2 feet of space required on three sides of the cots in the preschool room. There was 1 cot that was not at least 2 feet of space required on three sides of the cots in the preschool 2 room. There were 2 cot that was not at least 2 feet of space required on three sides of the cots in the pre-k room. There were 2 cot that was not at least 2 feet of space required on three sides of the cots in the pre-k room.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 10, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(3) · Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
The files for children # 2 and 3 lacked the work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent on the emergency contact form.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 15, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(5) · Emergency contact information must include information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant or CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation.
The file for child # 3 lacked the information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant or CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation, on the Emergency contact form.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 15, 2025
Category: health medication. 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 # 1 lacked the health insurance policy number on the emergency contact form.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 10, 2025
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 file for child # 2 lacked the telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released on the emergency contact form. The file for child # 3 lacked the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released on the emergency contact form.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 13, 2025
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 file for child # 3 a toddler contained a current health report dated 11/7/24, the report was not updated within 6 months of the previous report dated 4/2/24.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 10, 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 file for child # 5 a preschooler contained a current health report dated 10/4/24. The report was obtained after 12 months the prior report was dated 8/3/23.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 10, 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.
Staff # 1 did not wash the child's hands after diapering.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 10, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3) · 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. 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 reports for staff # 1,2 and 3 lacked that date when the TB test was read.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 14, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.152 · A facility person shall wash his hands before meals and snacks, and after toileting and after diapering a child.
Staff # 1 did not wash her hands after diapering.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 10, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.113(b) · A facility person may not use any form of physical punishment, including spanking a child.
Based off of staff statements and police criminal complaint filed by Plum borough police, on 7/8/24, staff #1 grabbed child #1 by the bicep to keep child #1 from running away from staff #1. After the incident, there were 4 marks on child #1's bicep.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 10, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.113(b) · *The legal entity shall require all staff persons at the facility to attend, 2 hour in person training regarding managing challenging behaviors in children presented by the ELRC within 1 month of the approval of this plan of correction. The training must be approved by the Department prior to implementation. Documentation of the completed training will be provided to the OCDEL-DHS representative by email upon completion. The training may count towards the mandatory 12 training hours required by the Department.
*Based off of staff statements and police criminal complaint filed by Plum borough police, on 7/8/24, staff #1 grabbed child #1 by the bicep to keep child #1 from running away from staff #1. After the incident, there were 4 marks on child #1's bicep.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 10, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.113(b) · A facility person may not use any form of physical punishment, including spanking a child.
On 6/26/24, staff #1 hit child #1 on the shoulder/bicep area with a greeting card.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 26, 2024
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 has exceeded 30 days since their last documented Fire System testing on 2.15.24.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 25, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services).
The updates to the FBI Clearances on file for Staff Person #2 exceeded 60 months between update. The FBI Clearances on file were dated 1.2.18 and 7.12.23.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 4, 2024
Category: background checks. 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 emergency plan lacked information as to the method for a facility person to contact parents to inform them that an emergency has arisen, ended, and how they can be safety reunited with their children.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 4, 2024
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 update to the pediatric first aid and CPR trainings on file for Staff Person #2 was not completed on or before the expiration of the certificate. The current pediatric first aid and CPR training was completed on 11.15.23. The prior Certification expired on 10.31.23.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 4, 2024
Category: ratio. 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 telephone number of the nearest ambulance company was missing from the telephone in the Discovery Preschool and PreK Classrooms The telephone numbers of the nearest ambulance and fire companies were missing from the telephone in the Preschool, Infant Room A, Infant Room B, Toddler A and Toddler B Classrooms.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 8, 2024
Category: physical safety. 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.
A hand washing sign was missing from the sink in the Discovery Preschool Classroom and one of the toilets in the Preschool Classroom.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 8, 2024
Category: health medication. 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.
A young toddler in the Infant B classroom was observed to be sleeping on rest equipment that was not labeled for that child.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 8, 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.
On two separate occasions, infants in the Infant Room A classroom were observed to be sleeping in cribs without 2 feet of space on three sides present. A young toddler was observed to be sleeping on a cot in the Infant Room B classroom without 2 feet of space on three sides present.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 8, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(a) · An agreement shall be signed by the operator and the parent.
The agreements on file for Children #4 and #5 lacked an operator signature.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 4, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. 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 agreements for Children #5 and #7 lacked the fee amount to be charged.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 4, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. 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.
Staff Person #3 was observed to change a child's soiled diaper in the Preschool Restroom and discard it by lifting the lid to the hands-free can with their hand.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 4, 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).
The files for Children #3 and #4 lacked a current developmental assessment.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 12, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. 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.
The files for Children #1, #2, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7 were observed to contain the original agreements.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 8, 2024
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 for Child #4 lacked the policy number for the child's health insurance coverage. The emergency contact form for Child #5 lacked the health insurance coverage and the policy number.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 8, 2024
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 updated health assessments on file for Child #5, a young toddler, exceeded 6 months between examinations on 1.3.23 and 8.18.23.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 4, 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 file for Child #4, a preschool age child, lacked a current health assessment. The most recent completed health assessment was completed on 8.18.22.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 12, 2024
Category: health medication. 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). Child #1 will be dismissed from the facility at the close of business on 1.4.2024.
The file for Child #1 lacked verification that the child had received the ACIP recommended 4 month Rotavirus and Polio vaccinations and the 4-6 month DTAP, HIB and Pneumococcal vaccinations. A Written exemptions was not on file for the childat the time of the inspection.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 4, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2) · 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. 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's #3 and #4 lacked an initial health assessment and tuberculosis screening within 12 months prior to starting in a child care taking position. The health assessment and tuberculosis testing for Staff Person #3 was completed 9 days after starting. The health assessment and tuberculosis testing for Staff Person #4 was completed 6 days after starting.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 4, 2024
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.151(c)(3)/3270.151(c)(5) · An adult health assessment must include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination. 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 Staff Person #1 lacked information related to an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination and the physician's assessment of their suitability to provide child care.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 10, 2024
Category: health medication. 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.
Infant feeding schedules were missing for two Infants receiving care in the Infant Room A Classroom and one infant receiving care in the Infant Room B Classroom.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 11, 2024
Category: nutrition. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.181(c) · A parent is required to review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information.
The updates to the emergency contact form and financial agreements exceeded 6 months between updates in 8.2022 and 8.2023 for Child #3. The updates to the financial agreement for child #4 exceeded 6 months between updates in 8.2022 and 8.2023.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 4, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.183(b) · A facility person may not disclose information concerning a child or family, except in the course of inspections and investigations by agents of the Department.
Based on staff statements, staff person #2 was observed taking pictures of children in care on a personal cell phone and posting them on social media without parental consent.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 16, 2023
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, 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 first aid/CPR.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 30, 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 protective services).
The most recent mandated reporter training documented and on file for Facility Person #1 was completed more than 60 months prior to the inspection.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 2, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.27(a)(4) · 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 did not have an emergency plan that included a method to inform parents the emergency has ended and instructions to be safely reunited with their children.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 10, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). 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 #3 contained a Child Abuse Clearance and a State Police Clearance date of 6-16-2017 and 6-28-2022 which exceeded the mandatory date of 6-16-2022 to receive the clearances. The file for staff #4 contained a State Police, a Child Abuse and an FBI Clearance Date of 10-19-2016 and 12-2-2021 which exceeded the mandatory date of 10-19-2021 to receive the clearances.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 6, 2023
Category: background checks. 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.
Located in the Toddler B bathroom, a bag of red Kay Liquid Soap was observed on the toilet tank and on the back of the label it stated: "Keep out of reach of children." and was accessible to children in care. Located in an unlocked closet in the school-Age Room, cleaning products were observed and all label's stated: "Keep out of reach of Children." and were accessible to children in care. These included: Kay blue liquid floor cleaner, Kay pink liquid floor cleaner. 3 bottles of Kay glass and surface cleaner, 1 bottle of Clorox Bleach, and 2 bottles of Monogram Bleach, one bottle of Super Contact Cleaner, 1 bottle of QSR Multisource Cleaner, and 1 two gallon size hand sanitizer.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 6, 2023
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.
Located in the School-Age Room, an open receptacle was observed and inside the open receptacle were napkins. When asked staff #2 stated: "All garbage goes into that garbage can and if a child's nose needs wiped, it also goes into that garbage can."
Corrected Corrected by Jan 10, 2023
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.82(g) · Toilet areas and fixtures shall be cleaned daily and be in good repair.
Located in the Toddler B bathroom, the toilet located on the left side contained a base which was missing a bolt cover on the left and right side. The toilet which was located on the right side contained a base which was missing a bolt cover on the left side.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 19, 2023
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.
Located in the Toddler B Room, the file for child #7 contained an emergency contact form which did not state the release persons address or telephone number. Located in the Infant A Room, the file for child #8 contained an emergency contact form which did not state the release person address.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 10, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3) · Emergency contact information must include the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care. A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission.
Located in the Infant A Room, the file for child #8 contained an emergency contact form which did not contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Located in the 2's/Discovery Room, the file for child #9 contained an emergency contact form which did not contain signed parental consent for emergency care for the child.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 10, 2023
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.
Located in Toddler B Room, the file for child #7 contained an emergency contact form which did not contain the health insurance/MA coverage or the policy number of the health insurance/MA coverage. Located in the Infant A Room, the file for child #8 contained an emergency contact form which did not contain the health insurance/MA coverage or the policy number of the health insurance/MA coverage. Located in the 2's/Discovery Room, the file for child #8 contained an emergency contact form which did not contain the health insurance/MA coverage or the policy number of the health insurance/MA coverage.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 10, 2023
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 file for child #1, child #5, and child #6 contained an emergency contact form which did not state the release person's address.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 11, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(f) · The parent shall update in writing emergency contact information once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information.
. The file for child #5 contained an emergency contact form date of 1-13-2022 and 8-18-2022 which exceeded the mandatory 6 months to review/update the emergency contact form.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 6, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(e)/3270.182(1) · The facility may not accept or retain an infant 2 months of age or older, a toddler or a preschool child at the facility for more than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility unless the parent provides written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of the dates (month, day and year) the child was administered immunizations in accordance with the recommendations of the ACIP. A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports.
The file for child #1 who is an older toddler did not contain an MMR, Varicella, Hepatitis A or an Influenza vaccine. The file for child #2 who is a preschooler contained an Influenza Vaccine date of 11-16-2020 and has not received an updated Influenza Vaccine.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 18, 2023
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.
Located in the Toddler B classroom, a discarded pull-up was observed in an open trash can which did not contain a lid.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 10, 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 #5 who is a cook contained a health assessment date that exceeded the 24 months to receive an updated health assessment. The file for staff #1 (SEE IS CODE SHEET) contained a health assessment date of 9-22-2022 which exceeded the mandatory date to receive the health assessment.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 6, 2023
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.181(c) · A parent is required to review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information.
. The file for child #5 contained a fee agreement date of 1-13-2022 and 8-18-2022 which exceeded the mandatory 6 months to update/review the fee agreement.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 6, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.182(5) · A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission.
Located in the Infant A Room, the file for child #8 contained an emergency contact form which did not contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Located in the 2's/Discovery Room the file for child #9 contained an emergency contact form which did not contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first aid procedures by the facility staff.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 10, 2023
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.192(2)(iii)/3270.192(5) · A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility. 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 #1 contained only one non-family reference attesting to the person's suitability.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 20, 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 has not sent a copy of the emergency plan updates to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 18, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(a)/3270.182(1) · The operator shall require the parent of an enrolled child, including a child, a foster child and a relative of an operator or a facility person, to provide an initial health report no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility. A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports.
The file for child #3 who is an infant contained a health assessment and vaccinations which exceeded the mandatory 60 days to receive a health assessment and vaccinations.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 6, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(a)/3270.131(e) · The operator shall require the parent of an enrolled child, including a child, a foster child and a relative of an operator or a facility person, to provide an initial health report no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility. The facility may not accept or retain an infant 2 months of age or older, a toddler or a preschool child at the facility for more than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility unless the parent provides written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of the dates (month, day and year) the child was administered immunizations in accordance with the recommendations of the ACIP.
The file for child #3 who is an infant contained a health assessment and vaccinations which exceeded the mandatory 60 days to receive a health assessment and vaccinations.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 6, 2023
Category: health medication. 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 operator notified local traffic safety authorities annually in writing of the location of the facility and programs use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the facility on November 30, 2021, but has not sent an updated annual letter since.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 13, 2023
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 #1 has not completed mandated reporter training within the last 60 months. This is evidenced by the previously documented mandated reporter training on file being dated 1-19-2017.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 9, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(f) · Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10.
The file for staff #2 (SEE IS CODE SHEET) contained a Pediatric First Aid/CPR Training date of 9-27-2022 which exceeded the mandatory 90 days to receive the training.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 19, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) · Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)). The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met.
The fire detection system was not tested every thirty days since 5-2-2022.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 9, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. 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 #8 may not work in a child care position at the facility.
The file for Facility Person #8 lacked required out of State Clearances as the Person has resided outside of Pennsylvania in the last 5 years.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 10, 2022
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) · An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.
The file for Facility Person #8, listed as an Assistant Group Supervisor, lacked verification of hours to qualify them for that position.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 10, 2022
Category: supervision. 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 Infant A was missing soap.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 13, 2022
Category: health medication. 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 agreements for Children #1 and #5 lacked the designtated release person information on the agreement forms.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 6, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(7) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
The emergency contact form on file for Children #2, #3 and #5 lacked the address for the release persons. The emergency contact form for Child #4 lacked the telephone number of the release person.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 6, 2022
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.
The written emergency transportation plan was not posted in the Preschool Classroom.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 13, 2022
Category: transportation. 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 health assessment on file for Child #4 lacked verification that the child had received all recommended Pneumococcal vaccinations. The child appeared to be missing 1 of the recommended 4 doses. A written exemption was not on file at the time of the inspection.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 13, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.151(a) · A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem.
The file for Facility Person #9 lacked a current health assessment. The file for Facility Person #11 lacked an initial health assessment that had been completed within 12 months prior to starting in a child care taking position.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 1, 2022
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.151(c)(1) · An adult health assessment must include a physical examination.
The health assessment on file for Facility Person #10 indicated "no" that the physician did not complete a physical examination.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 1, 2022
Category: health medication. 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's for Facility Person's #5 and #11 lacked a completed Tuberculosis Screening prior to starting in a child care taking position.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 6, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.192(5) · A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person
The file for Facility Person #10 lacked two written, nonfamily references.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 20, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(f)(10) · Staff persons shall complete professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire.
The files for Facility Person's #1, #2, #3, #4, #6 and #7 lacked completion of Pediatric First Aid and CPR within 90 days of hire.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 1, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) · Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)).The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met.
The facility does not have proof of purchase of the existing interconnected smoke alarm system.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 13, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(a) · The operator shall require the parent of an enrolled child, including a child, a foster child and a relative of an operator or a facility person, to provide an initial health report no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility.
The file for Child #2 lacked an initial health assessment within 90 days (was extended from 60 due to COVID suspension regulations).
Corrected Corrected by Jan 6, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.