Ridgway Ymca Child Care

3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). PROVISIONAL HIRE UNSUPERVISED: A provisional employee may not be permitted to work alone with children and must work within the vicinity of a permanent employee. A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL.

The file of staff #1 lacked a Disclosure statement that lacked a witness signature.

Corrected by Mar 3, 2026

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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 in the school's gym which is measured gross motor space for the childcare center a hole in the wall located at the back corner from the entrance. Observed a large tear on the protective padding around the steel beam located left of the garage like door.

Corrected by Mar 3, 2026

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3270.77(a) · Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.

Observed in the school's gym which is measured gross motor space for the childcare center, large holes on the wall left of the main entrance with exposed, flaking plaster.

Corrected by Mar 3, 2026

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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 file of children #1 and #2 lacked agreements with the date of the children's admission.

Corrected by Feb 20, 2026

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3270.124(b)(3) · Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.

The file of child #1 lacked an emergency contact form with the work address and work phone number of the enrolling parent. The file of child #3 lacked an emergency contact form with the complete work address of the enrolling parent.

Corrected by Feb 20, 2026

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3270.124(b)(7) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

The files of children #2, #3, and #4 lacked emergency contact forms with the complete address(es) of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

Corrected by Feb 20, 2026

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3270.133(7) · An operator is responsible to establish and maintain a medication log if prescription or nonprescription medication is administered.

There was not a medication log for the medication observed for child #1.

Corrected by Feb 24, 2025

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3270.192(2)(iv) · A facility person's record shall include acceptable verification of experience, education or training is a transcript or a diploma or a letter signed by a representative of the experiential, educational or training entity.

The file of staff #1 lacked transcripts for the college diploma.

Corrected by Feb 24, 2025

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3270.27(a)(6) · Emergency drills shall be conducted annually. Annual emergency drills shall be documented and on file at the facility.

At the time of reviewing the emergency plan, there was not documentation that an emergency drill had been conducted annually.

Corrected by Feb 28, 2025

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3270.27(b) · The operator shall review the emergency plan at least annually and update the plan as needed. The operator shall document in writing each review and update of the emergency plan and kept on file at the facility.

At the time of reviewing the emergency plan, the plan listed staff who were no longer employed. Therefore, the plan was not updated.

Corrected by Feb 24, 2025

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3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person #1 may not work in a child care position at the facility. A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #1 may not work in a child care position at the facility.

The file of staff #1 lacked a current NSOR clearance due to the fact the one in the file was dated 11-16-19.

Corrected by Feb 28, 2025

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3270.65 · Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.

Observed 8 electrical outlets lacking protective receptacle covers.

Corrected by Feb 21, 2025

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3270.124(b)(3) · Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.

The file of child #2 lacked the work address and telephone number of the enrolling parent.

Corrected by Feb 24, 2025

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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 of child #2 had health assessments more than 12 months apart due to the fact they were dated: 3-21-23 and 7-26-24.

Corrected by Feb 21, 2025

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3270.133(3)/3270.133(4) · 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. Medication shall be stored in a locked area of the facility or in an area that is out of the reach of children.

Observed prescription medication for child #1 not labeled and accessible due to the fact it was in the front pocket of the child's bookbag on the floor of the childcare space.

Corrected by Feb 24, 2025

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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.

At the time of reviewing the emergency plan, there was no documentation the plan was sent to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.

Corrected by Feb 28, 2025

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3270.14/3270.21 · A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations.State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.

The facility's emergency plan did not include requirements for continuity of operations to maintain compliance with 45 CFR § 98.41(a)(1)(vii) per Announcement C-22-04.

Corrected by May 1, 2024

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3270.27(e) · The operator shall provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining the emergency procedures. The operator shall also provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining any subsequent update to the plan.

The facility lacked a letter to the parents of enrolled children explaining the emergency plan, including any subsequent updates made to the emergency plan.

Corrected by Mar 4, 2024

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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.

Staff file #1 contained documentation of completion of Pediatric first aid and CPR training dated 8/31/21 and 1/21/24 which exceeded the 2 year expiration date.

Corrected by Mar 4, 2024

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3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #3 may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Staff file #3 lacked copies of completed PA State Police Criminal Clearance and DHS FBI Clearance in the file within 45 days of hire. (See LIS CODE SHEET)

Corrected by Mar 4, 2024

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3270.123(a) · An agreement shall be signed by the operator and the parent.

Child file #2 lacked the operator's signature on the agreement form.

Corrected by Mar 4, 2024

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3270.123(a)(5) · An agreement shall specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.

Child file #1 lacked the designated release persons to whom the child may be released on the agreement form.

Corrected by Mar 4, 2024

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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 plan was not updated to include accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions.

Corrected by May 1, 2024

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3270.27(a)(6) · Emergency drills shall be conducted annually. Annual emergency drills shall be documented and on file at the facility.

The operator developed a log to document emergency drills that did not include the following required information in compliance with Announcement C-22-04 Updated Emergency Preparedness and Response Planning Regulations and Requirements for Child Care Facilities: Special accommodations the facility used for any category of children (Infants, Toddlers, Children with Special Needs) and problems encountered or observations during the drill (For use in updating the Emergency Plan).

Corrected by Mar 4, 2024

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3270.31(f)(10) · Staff persons shall complete professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire.

Staff file #3 contained documentation of completion of Pediatric First Aid and CPR training completed on 1/21/24 which was more than 90 days after date of hire. (See LIS CODE SHEET)

Corrected by Mar 4, 2024

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3270.31(g) · Completion of professional development shall be documented by the signature and title of a representative of the professional development entity and include the date professional development was completed. Documentation shall be retained in the facility person's file or maintained in an electronic system as designated by the Department. Documentation of the completion of the professional development under subsection (f) taken from September 30, 2016, forward satisfies this requirement.

Staff file #1 and #2 contained documentation of completion of the Health and Safety training basics completed on 8/13/16, which was prior to the required date of 9/30/16. Both staff files contained copies of Get Started with Center Based Care 10 hr training dated 7/20/23.

Corrected by Mar 4, 2024

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3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) · Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. §  1016(c)). The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met.

The facility lacked documentation of completion of annual fire inspection since 4/14/22 conducted by a fire safety professional.

Corrected by Mar 4, 2024

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3270.27(c)/3270.192(2)(iii) · The operator shall assure that each facility person receives training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment, on an annual basis and at the time of each plan update. The operator shall document the date of each training and the names of all facility persons who received the training and kept on file at the facility. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.

The files for facility person #2 and #3 lack emergency plan training.

Corrected by Apr 21, 2023

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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 contains an FBI clearance that was appropriate for the Department of Education rather than the Department of Human Services.

Corrected by Apr 14, 2023

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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 received late. The health assessment was due 1/2022 and obtained 4/2022.

Corrected by Apr 14, 2023

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3270.131(d)(5) · A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP.

The file for child #1 lacks a flu vaccination for the 2022 year.

Corrected by Apr 14, 2023

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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 #1 lacks a flu vaccination for the 2022 year. The child is still in care.

Corrected by Mar 9, 2023

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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 plan did not provide for accommodations for children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions.

Corrected by Apr 21, 2023

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3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services).

Observed staff file #1, a provisional hire, did not contain documentation of applying for the criminal background clearance prior to the first day working with children, and staff #1 worked for the first 10 days with a volunteer criminal background clearance which is not acceptable for employment.

Corrected by Mar 3, 2022

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3270.37(b)(1) · An aide shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate.

Observed staff file #1, who is listed as an aide, did not contain documentation of a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate.

Corrected by Mar 3, 2022

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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.

Observed hand sanitizer, labeled keep out of the reach of children, accessible to children on a low cabinet by the entrance way. Observed disinfecting wipes, labeled keep out of the reach of children, accessible to children on a low shelf in an unlocked cabinet.

Corrected by Mar 3, 2022

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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.

Observed plastic bags accessible to older toddlers, in an unlocked low cabinet by the bathroom.

Corrected by Mar 3, 2022

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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.

Observed the emergency contact information for child file #1 did not contain the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

Corrected by Mar 3, 2022

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3270.131(d)(7) · A health report shall include a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.

Observed child file #5, contained an initial health assessment which did not include a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.

Corrected by Mar 3, 2022

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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.

Observed child file #1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 did not contain written verification of ongoing flu vaccines administered in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP.

Corrected by Mar 21, 2022

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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.

Observed staff file #1, who has started providing initial service in a child care setting, did not contain an initial health assessment.

Corrected by Mar 28, 2022

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3270.27(a)(6) · Emergency drills shall be conducted annually. Annual emergency drills shall be documented and on file at the facility.

Observed the facility did not have documentation of conducting an emergency drill within the previous 12 months.

Corrected by Mar 28, 2022

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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.

Observed the facility did not have documentation of the fire alarm system being tested at least every 30 days. Observed the facility did not have documentation of the proof of purchase of the interconnected fire alarm system.

Corrected by Mar 28, 2022

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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.

Observed the facility did not provide the parent of each child enrolled with information on how to access the regulations in this chapter electronically.

Corrected by Mar 3, 2022

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