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5017 Curry Rd, Pittsburgh PA 15236 · License #CER-00249835 · Center · Child Care Center
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3270.31(e)(4)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iii) · Staff persons shall participate, at least annually, in fire safety training conducted by a fire protection professional. Staff persons and volunteers shall receive training in maintenance of smoke detectors, the duties of facility persons during a fire drill and during a fire and the use of the facility's fire extinguishers, not including discharge of the fire suppressant agent. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.
The file for staff #4 lacks annual fire safety training. It was due 9/2025.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 17, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Staff/Facility Person # 1 may not work in a child care position at the facility until valid OH clearances are obtained and on file. 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 #1 lacks clearances from the state of OH. The clearances were due 10/10/25.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 21, 2025
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.
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 #2 lacks verification of a HS diploma.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 15, 2025
Category: supervision. 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.
Observed hand sanitizer labeled "keep out of reach of children" accessible to children on a desk in the PS room.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 26, 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 kit in the PS room lacked gloves.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 26, 2025
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.
Observed exposed bolts on the fence at the far end of the playground.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 15, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.82(i) · A toilet area, training chair area, diapering area and sink area shall be equipped with a clean, lidded waste receptacle.
One bathroom used for children contained a waste can without a lid.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 15, 2025
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.
Observed dirty toys/climber in the outside play space. observed climbers in poor repair in the toddler room and the infant room.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 15, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.102(g) · Children's toys and equipment, including furniture and rest equipment, described as hazardous by the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission may not be used by children at the facility and may not be on the premises at the facility. At the time of inspection, the operator shall submit to the Department written affirmation on a form provided by the Department stating that the facility is in compliance with this requirement.
Observed a Bumbo in the infant room that has been recalled by the CPSC. The CPSC issued a repair (strap) for the Bumbo but the repair was not made.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 26, 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.
Foam bumpers were observed on crib legs accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 15, 2025
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.
Observed an unstable shelf in the PS room.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 26, 2025
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 linens in the toddler room used for resting lacks children's names.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 15, 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.
Observed an infant sleeping in a crib without 2 feet of space is on three sides of the crib.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 26, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.119 · Infants shall be placed in the sleeping position recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics unless there is a medical reason an infant should not sleep in this position. The medical reason shall be documented in a statement signed by a physician, physician's assistant or CRNP and placed in the child's record at the facility.
Observed an infant sleeping in a bouncy chair in the infant room.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 26, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1) · The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child. A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports.
The file for child #2 lacks an updated health assessment. The last health assessment on file is dated 6/2023.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 15, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1) · The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child. A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports.
The file for child #1 contains a health assessment that was updated late. it was due 5/2025 and obtained 10/2025.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 26, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(e)(3) · The facility shall implement dismissal policies in accordance with the Department of Health regulation in 28 Pa. Code § 27.77 (relating to immunization requirements for children in child care group settings).
The file for child #2 lacks updated immunizations 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 #2 is still enrolled in child care.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 26, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.133(2) · A staff person shall administer a prescription medication only if Instructions for administration contained on a prescription label are acceptable.
Observed a child's medication in the PS room without the written instructions that were provided from the individual who prescribed the medicine.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 26, 2025
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.133(5) · Medication shall be stored in accordance with the manufacturer's or health professional's instructions on the original label.
Observed an expired epi pen in the PS room and in the toddler room.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 26, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.135(a)(3) · If disposable diapers are provided by a parent or by a facility, a soiled diaper shall be discarded by immediately placing the diaper into a plastic-lined, hands-free covered can.
The hands-free can in the infant room used for soiled diapers was broken. Toddlers are diapered at times in the toddler room where there isn't a hands-free covered can for the disposal of soiled diapers.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 15, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) · A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem. A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.
The file for staff #3 lacks a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 15, 2025
Category: ratio. 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 files for staff #2 and #5 lack a valid TB tests. The TB tests on file are over 12 months old at initial child care employment. The file for staff #3 lacks a TB test.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 15, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.102(c) · Outdoor equipment that requires embedded mounting must be mounted over a loose-fill or unitary playground protective surface covering that meets the recommendations of the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission. The equipment must be anchored firmly and be in good repair.
RECITED from 10/3/24: The loose fill under the embedded equipment on the playground does not meet the recommendations of the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission. The sand under the climber does not measure 9 inches consistently under the climber. It measures various depths. The sand that was placed at a few random areas to meet the 10/3/24 citation does not meet CPSP compliance guidelines.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 13, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.77(a) · Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.
Observed one damaged corner in the preschool room. the plaster was damaged.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 15, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.82(i) · A toilet area, training chair area, diapering area and sink area shall be equipped with a clean, lidded waste receptacle.
One waste can in the restroom used by the children lacked a lid.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 15, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.21 · Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.
The sheets on several of the mattresses in the cribs were loose in the infant room.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 15, 2023
Category: health medication. 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 staff #2 lacks a high school diploma.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 15, 2023
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.
Observed a nail protruding from the doorway to the toddler room. Observed a protruding screw behind the toilet in the restroom used by the children.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 15, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.102(c) · Outdoor equipment that requires embedded mounting must be mounted over a loose-fill or unitary playground protective surface covering that meets the recommendations of the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission. The equipment must be anchored firmly and be in good repair.
The loose fill under the embedded equipment on the playground does not meet the recommendations of the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission. The sand under the climber does not measure 9 inches consistently under the climber. It measures various depths.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 15, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.133(3) · The label of a medication container shall identify the name of the medication and the name of the child for whom the medication is intended. Medication shall be administered to only the child whose name appears on the container.
Observed one unlabeled baby bottle in the infant room.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 15, 2023
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 file for staff #4 contains a TB test that was obtained after the start of initial child care service. the test was due 11/23/23 and obtained 12/11/23.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 15, 2023
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 staff # lacks one non-family reference letter.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 6, 2024
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 lacks 7.5 hours of the 12 hours of annual child care training for the 8/2023-8/2024 time period.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 6, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(f) · Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10.
Staff person #2 had not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): pediatric first aid and cpr. The training was due 9/5/23 and was completed 9/24/23.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 15, 2023
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.
Observed the straps in the toddler seats at the toddler table to be dirty.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 15, 2023
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.
The refrigerator in the preschool classroom lacked an operating thermometer.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 15, 2023
Category: nutrition. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1) · The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child. A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports.
The file for child #1 lacks a current health assessment. The health assessment was due 1/2023.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 15, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(d)(5)/3270.182(1) · A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP. A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports.
The file for child #1 lacks verification of the flu vaccine for the 2022 year.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 15, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(e)(3)/3270.182(1) · 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). A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports.
The facility did not 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) for child #1 who lacks verification of a flu vaccination.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 15, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.133(2) · A staff person shall administer a prescription medication only if written instructions are provided from the individual who prescribed the medicine. Instructions for administration contained on a prescription label are acceptable.
Observed an albuterol inhaler in the preschool classroom medication box without written instructions that were provided from the individual who prescribed the medicine.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 15, 2023
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) · A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem. A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.
The file for staff #1lacks an updated health assessment. The health assessment was due to be renewed on 6/32/23.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 15, 2023
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.14/3270.21 · A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations. State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. 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 on 9/25/23. Staff person #1 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: health and safety update training.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 7, 2023
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 the designated time frame determined by DHS. Staff person #1 will have until 11/22/23 to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #1 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an AGS who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff available to supervise staff person #1, staff person #1 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.
Staff person #1 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): health and safety update training that was due 12/2022.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 7, 2023
Category: supervision. 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.
The facility did not obtain an UPDATED written statement giving the formula and feeding schedule for child #1 from the parent when the child's formula schedule changed.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 23, 2023
Category: nutrition. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.27(c) · The operator shall assure that each facility person receives training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment, on an annual basis and at the time of each plan update. The operator shall document the date of each training and the names of all facility persons who received the training and kept on file at the facility.
The file for staff #1 contains emergency plan training that was obtained/renewed late. The training was due 9/2022 and was done 10/2022.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 4, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(e)(4)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iii) · Staff persons shall participate, at least annually, in firesafety training conducted by a fire protection professional. Staff persons and volunteers shall receive training in maintenance of smoke detectors, the duties of facility persons during a fire drill and during a fire and the use of the facility's fire extinguishers, not including discharge of the fire suppressant agent. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.
The file for staff #2 contains fire safety training that was obtained late. The training was due 9/2022 and was obtained 10/2022.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 4, 2023
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.
The following clearances were renewed late: staff #1 - criminal and child abuse; staff #4 - FBI. The clearances that are currently on file are valid.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 4, 2023
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Facility Person # 1 may not work in a child care position at the facility until a valid FBI clearance is on file. 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 #1 lacks a valid FBI clearance. The FBI clearance that is on file is a Department of Education FBI clearance and isn't accepted by the Department of Human Services.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 4, 2023
Category: background checks. 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 files for staff #1, #5 and #8 contain mandated reporter training that was updated or obtained initially late. Staff #1 was due 5/2022 and obtained 9/2022, staff #5 was due 1/2022 and obtained 10/2022, staff #8 was due 4/2022 and obtained 10/2022. The trainings on file are now current and valid.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 4, 2023
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). Facility Person # 7 may not work in a child care position at the facility until the criminal clearance certificate is on file. 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 #7 contains the receipt dated 1/10/19 with a NO RECORD status for the criminal record, however not the criminal clearance certificate.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 4, 2023
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 staff #8 lacks verification or 2 years of experience with children to qualify the staff as an AGS.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 4, 2023
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.37(b)(3)/3270.192(2)(ii) · An aide shall have a minimum of an 8th grade education and 2 years of experience with children. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.
The file for staff #6 lacks verification of a minimum of an 8th grade education and 2 years of experience with children.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 4, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. 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.
Observed exposed bolts on the fencing in the outdoor play space. The fencing is newly installed.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 13, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.77(a) · Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.
Observed damaged plaster on the 1/2 wall between the infant care space and the infant nap space in the infant area.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 4, 2023
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.
Observed one damaged lego toy bin in the toddler space and torn rest mats in the toddler space.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 4, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.102(c) · Outdoor equipment that requires embedded mounting must be mounted over a loose-fill or unitary playground protective surface covering that meets the recommendations of the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission. The equipment must be anchored firmly and be in good repair.
The outdoor equipment that requires embedded mounting was not mounted over a loose-fill or unitary playground protective surface covering that meets the recommendations of the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission. The fill (sand) that was under the embedded equipment was not loose. The fill was compacted down.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 4, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(b)(1)/3270.182(1) · The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddler. A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports.
The file for child #1 lacks an updated health assessment. The last health assessement on file is dated 1/2022. Child #1 is a young toddler.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 4, 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 staff #1 lacks a current health assessment. The health assessment was due 1/13/22.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 4, 2023
Category: ratio. 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 file for staff #7 contains a TB test that is too old and exceeded 12 months at hire.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 4, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.151(c)(5)/3270.192(3) · An adult health assessment must include the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care. 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 on file dated 1/19/22 for staff #7 lacks the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 4, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.27(a)(5) · The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
The facility's emergency did not provide for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 4, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.62(c)/3270.76 · Outdoor or indoor play space shall be safe for large muscle activity. 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.
According to documentation provided by the facility, child #1 ran into a broken metal fence pole in the outdoor playground. The metal pole at the top of the fence had come apart and was protruding into the playground causing a physical hazard.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 29, 2022
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.34(a)(6) · A director is responsible for written evaluation of staff persons on a regular basis, a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months.
The file for staff #3 contains an evaluation that was conducted late.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 25, 2021
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.32(a)/3270.192(2)(iii) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). 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 contains mandated reporter training that was renewed late.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 25, 2021
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include the criminal history record, the FBI clearance, the NSOR certificate, child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement as required under the CPSL.
The file for staff #5 contains clearances that were renewed late (child abuse, FBI).
Corrected Corrected by Oct 25, 2021
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include the criminal history record, the FBI clearance, NSOR certificate, and child abuse registry clearance information as required under the CPSL. Facility Persons #3 and #6 may not work in a child care position at the facility until valid FBI clearances are on file.
The files for staff #3 and #6 lack a valid/current FBI clearance.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 25, 2021
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.37(b)(1)/3270.192(2)(ii) · An aide shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate. 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 #6 lacks verification of a high school diploma.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 26, 2021
Category: recordkeeping. 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.
Observed one pack n play that was used for rest equipment and was not labeled for the use of a specific child.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 25, 2021
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.111(b) · The written plan of daily activities shall be posted in the group space.
The PS room and Toddler rooms lacked posted daily schedules.
Open Not marked corrected in the state record
Category: physical safety. Open / not marked corrected.
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) · A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem.A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.
The file for staff #4 lacks a current health assessment.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 26, 2021
Category: ratio. 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 file for staff #2 contains a TB test that was obtained late (after initial service in the child care setting).
Corrected Corrected by Oct 25, 2021
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(f)(10)/3270.192(2)(iii) · Pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.
Staff #2 and #5 lack current first aid and cpr training.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 25, 2021
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 has been testing their fire detection system monthly, however the test between 9/2021 and 10/2021 exceeded 30 days.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 25, 2021
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.25(a) · The facility's current certificate of compliance shall be posted in a conspicuous location used by parents. The operator shall provide the parent of each child enrolled with information on how to access the regulations in this chapter electronically and with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional child care office.
The operator did not provide the parent of each child enrolled with information on how to access the regulations in this chapter electronically.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 25, 2021
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.27(a)(1)/3270.27(a)(5) · The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations for shelter of children during an emergency including lock-down, shelter in place at the facility and shelter at locations away from the facility premises.The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
The facility's emergency plan did not provide for accommodations for shelter of children during an emergency including lock-down or accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 25, 2021
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.