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140 E Washington St, Shenandoah PA 17976 · License #CER-00249762 · Center · Child Care Center
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3270.123(a) · An agreement shall be signed by the operator and the parent.
On 12/16/2025, the agreement on file for Child #2 was not signed by the parent.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 22, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. 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.
On 12/16/2025, the parent for Child #1 had not reviewed and updated in writing the emergency contact information and the financial agreement within the previous 6 months.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 22, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(e) · A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of childcare training.
As of 12/16/2025, Staff #2 and Staff #3 have not completed an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of childcare training within the previous 12 months. Staff #2 has only completed 7 hours of annual childcare training. Staff #3 has only completed 8 hours of annual childcare training.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 29, 2025
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. PA Required Health and Safety for Centers-Group Child Care Part 1 and Part 2. Until such time as the required trainings have been completed, staff person #1 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an AGS who has completed the required trainings 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.
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
Staff person #1 has not completed the following required preservice trainings within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): PA Required Health and Safety for Centers-Group Child Care Part 1 and PA Required Health and Safety for Centers-Group Child Care Part 2 and Pediatric First Aid and Pediatric Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR).
Corrected Corrected by Dec 29, 2025
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. All required clearances for staff and facility persons must be updated at least every 60 months.
On 12/16/2025, Staff #3 had current clearances on file. However, the updated state police clearance on file for Staff #3 was dated 12/3/2025. The previous state police clearance was dated 10/20/2020.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 29, 2025
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.52 · When children are grouped in mixed age levels, the age of the youngest child in the group determines the staff:child ratio and maximum group size in accordance with the requirements in § 3270.51 (relating to similar age level). The required staff:child ratios must be maintained at all times. TIERED LIS: 1. The required staff to child ratios must be maintained at all times. This portion of the plan shall have an immediate correction date. 2. The Legal Entity shall update the previously submitted and approved policies surrounding the required staff-to-child ratios. The updated policies should include how the facility will maintain the proper staff-to-child ratios based on the ages of the children in care and also include language that no staff person will leave the childcare area or the facility unless the staff to child ratios can still be maintained while they are not present. This updated policy must be submitted to the Northeast Regional Office for approval. Once approved, all existing staff and any new hires must be trained on the approved policy, and documentation must be kept on file at the facility. The operator shall provide a date for when this will be completed.
ONGOING NONCOMPLIANCE: It was confirmed through staff interviews that on 5/28/25, Staff #1 was caring for 11 preschool-aged children at the time Child #1 absconded from the facility. At least 2 staff persons are required at all times for this amount of children. An acceptable plan of correction was received on 8/11/2025. Upon arrival to the Renewal Inspection on 9/5/2025 at 10:55 AM, Certification Representative observed Staff #2 with mixed age group of 13 children, that included 8 preschool children, 4 older toddlers and 1 young toddler older. Two staff persons are required to maintain the required staff to child ratios for this mixed age group of children. Staff #3 returned to the facility at 11:10 AM.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 17, 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.
On 9/5/2025, Cert. Rep. observed some peeling wood and wood with sharp edges exposed on the corner wall in the back of the downstairs classroom.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 24, 2025
Category: physical safety. 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.
On 9/5/2025, the emergency contact information on file for Child #2 did not include the health insurance coverage and policy number for the child.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 16, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(b)(1) · The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddler.
On 9/5/2025, the most recent health report on file for Child #1, an infant was dated 12/2/2024. See LIS code sheet.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 9, 2025
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 childcare group settings). Child #1 must be dismissed from care by close of business on 9/5/2025 and may only return to care when the immunization record is updated or when a parent provides a written, signed exemption letter.
On 9/5/2025, Child #1 did not have any record of immunizations on file to verify that the child was immunized according to the recommendations of the ACIP.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 8, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(e) · 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. Child #1 must be dismissed from care by close of business on 9/5/2025 and may only return to care when the immunization record is updated or when a parent provides a written, signed exemption letter.
On 9/5/2025, Child #1 did not have any record of immunizations on file to verify that the child was immunized according to the recommendations of the ACIP. See LIS code sheet.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 8, 2025
Category: health medication. 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.
On 9/5/2025, the emergency contact information and the financial agreement for Child #1 had not been updated by the parent within the previous 6 months. See LIS code sheet.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 8, 2025
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.
On 9/5/2025, the record/emergency contact information on file for Child #2 did not contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. See LIS code sheet.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 10, 2025
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) · Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises. Children must be supervised at all times. Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises. TIERED LIS: 1. Children must be supervised by a staff person at all times. This portion of the plan shall have an immediate correction date. 2. The legal entity must arrange for all facility staff as of the date of the training to receive a minimum of 3 hours of training regarding supervision of children. The legal entity must receive DHS approval of the training content prior to scheduling the training. The operator shall provide a date for when this training will be completed. 3. The facility shall have no instances of non-compliance relating to supervision of children for a period of 3 months, monitoring by unannounced visits to the facility. The correction date for this portion of the plan shall be at minimum 3 months from the date the regional office receives acceptable plans of correction.
It was verified through staff interviews and written statements that on 5/28/25, Child #1 left the facility while the class was transitioning upstairs to lunch and ran two blocks to their father's house without Staff #1 seeing or knowing. Child #1 was in the care of Staff #1 during this time. The facility did not know that the child was missing until the facility was called and notified that Child #1 was at father's house. Video surveillance from 5/28/2025 showed Child #1 running to their father's house unsupervised before entering the house. Staff #1 was terminated from the facility as of 6/16/2025.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 11, 2025
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
20.71(b)(5) · A facility person who has been named as perpetrator in a founded/an indicated report of child abuse may not be present in the facility.
Facility Person #1 has been named as a perpetrator in an indicated report of child abuse.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 7, 2025
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.51 · When children are grouped in similar age levels, the following maximum child group sizes and ratios of staff persons apply: Infants 1:4 with a maximum group size of 8; Young toddlers 1:5 with a maximum group size of 10; Older toddlers 1:6 with a maximum group size of 12; Preschool children 1:10 with a maximum group size of 20; Young school-age children 1:12 with a maximum group size of 24; Older school-age children 1:15 with a maximum group size of 30. The required staff to child ratios must be maintained at all times TIERED LIS: 1. The required staff to child ratios must be maintained at all times. This portion of the plan shall have an immediate correction date. 2. The Legal Entity shall create or update policies surrounding the required staff-to-child ratios, including, at minimum, the age-level definitions per the regulations under 3270.4. The policies should include how the facility will maintain the proper staff-to-child ratios based on the ages of the children in care. This policy must be submitted to the Northeast Regional Office for approval. Once approved, all existing staff and any new hires must be trained on the approved policy, and documentation must be kept on file at the facility. The operator shall provide a date for when this will be completed.
It was confirmed through staff interviews that on 5/28/25, Staff #1 was caring for 11 preschool-aged children at the time Child #1 absconded from the facility. At least 2 staff persons are required at all times for this amount of children.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 30, 2025
Category: ratio. 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.
During an unannounced inspection on 5/29/2025, peeling paint was observed on the back door of the facility outside leading to the steps to go upstairs.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 7, 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.
During an unannounced inspection on 5/29/2025, Child #1, an infant (See code sheet for date of birth) was observed sleeping in a swing for 15 minutes. Child #1 does not have a medical reason on file documenting that they should not be placed in the sleeping that is recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 5, 2025
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 alarm system at the facility must be manually tested and documented at least once every 30 days.
On 5/29/2025, the fire drill/fire detection log was up to date. However, the log showed that the fire detection system has not been getting manually tested at least once ever 30 days. The log showed that the alarm was tested as follows: 3/7/2025 then 4/9/2025 and then 5/12/2025.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 7, 2025
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). All staff must complete mandated reporter training at least once every 60 months.
Staff #1 did not complete mandated reporter training within the required 60 time period. of every 60 months. This is evidenced by the previously documented mandated reporter training on file being dated 6/10/2016 and the updated mandated reporter training being completed on 6/9/2024. See LIS code sheet.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 9, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.102(a)/3270.135(a)(3) · 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. 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.
During the Renewal Inspection on 9/12/2024, the covered trash can in the bathroom of the downstairs classroom that was being used for diapering was not hands-free. In addition, the can also had a crack on it that left sharp edges exposed.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 19, 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).
On 9/12/2024, Child #1 and Child #2 did not have child service reports on file that were completed within the previous 6 months.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 27, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. 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.
During the Renewal Inspection on 9/12/2024, the most recent health report on file for Child #1, a preschool child was dated 8/1/2023.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 30, 2024
Category: health medication. 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.
On 9/12/2024, the financial agreement for Child #1 had not been updated by the parent within the previous 6 months. The emergency contact information and the financial agreement for Child #2 had not been updated by the parent in the previous 6 months.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 20, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.182(3)/3270.182(5) · A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission. 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.
On 9/12/2024, the record for Child #2 and Child #3 did not contain consent for emergency medical care for the child and also did not contain consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 20, 2024
Category: ratio. 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.
Cert Rep observed 5 pack n plays that were not labeled for individual use.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 12, 2024
Category: physical safety. 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).
Child #1, 2 & 3 are missing child service reports.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 17, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(3) · Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
Child #2 is missing parents work address and phone number.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 17, 2024
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.
Child #1, 2 & 3 are missing updated emergency contacts and agreement forms.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 17, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. 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.
Child #1 is missing an updated health assessment, date of last health assessment 5/12/21.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 17, 2024
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.
Cert Rep observed rust on the baseboard heater in the children's bathroom near the kitchen. Cert Rep observe a missing ceiling tile in the preschool room. Cert Rep observed 12 water stained ceiling tiles in the preschool room.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 23, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(e) · A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.
Facility person #1 only completed 3 hours of annual training during their training year from 8/22-8/23
Corrected Corrected by Sep 14, 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.
Child #3 is missing the insurance policy number on the emergency contact.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 26, 2023
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. Facility person's #1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, & 7 have until May 10, 2023 to complete the 1 hour health and safety training update.
Facility person's #1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, & 7 did not complete the required health and safety training update by 12/30/22.
Corrected Corrected by May 7, 2023
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person #3 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 #3 does not have an NSOR clearance on file.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 25, 2023
Category: background checks. 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).
Child #1 does not have a child service report on file.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 26, 2023
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.
Child #3 does not have an agreement on file.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 27, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(2) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.
Child #3's emergency contact is missing the physician's address and telephone number.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 26, 2023
Category: health medication. 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.
Child #1 & 2 are missing updated emergency contact and financial agreements.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 26, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. 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.
Child #1 does not have an updated health assessment on file, date of last health assessment 8/24/21.
Corrected Corrected by May 2, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e) · A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP. 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.
Child #1 & 2 do not have a current 2022 flu vaccine or a letter of exemption on file.
Corrected Corrected by May 1, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person #1, 3 & 4 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.
Staff #1 has an expired FBI clearance dated 2/12/15. Staff #3 does not have a state police clearance on file. Staff #4 worked with a volunteer state police clearance dated 10/27/20 and a volunteer child abuse clearance dated 10/27/20 prior to obtaining required clearances. Staff #4 has a state police clearance dated 7/11/22 and a child abuse clearance dated 7/23/22. Staff #4 has a Department of Ed FBI clearance on file.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 17, 2022
Category: background checks. 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.
At approximately 9:50am Cert Rep observed Staff #2 changing an infant and did not wash her or the infants hands after diapering.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 17, 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.
Child #1 is missing the person designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 17, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(3) · Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
Child #1 is missing the work address of the enrolling parent.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 20, 2022
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.
Child #1 is missing health insurance coverage and policy number.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 20, 2022
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.
Child #1 is missing the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 20, 2022
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 informationA 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.
Child #1, 2 & 3 are missing updated emergency contact and financial agreements.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 21, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. 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.
Staff #5 started working with children prior to obtaining a health assessment and TB test. Health assessment is dated 8/31/22 and TB results 9/2/22.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 16, 2022
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.27(a)(6) · Emergency drills shall be conducted annually. Annual emergency drills shall be documented and on file at the facility.
Operator admitted an annual emergency drill has not been completed.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 21, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.21/3270.71 · Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. Hot water pipes and other sources of heat exceeding 110° F that are accessible to children shall be equipped with protective guards or shall be insulated to prevent direct contact.
At the time of an unannounced monitoring visit Cert Rep observed the gate to the kitchen was not present and the stove was accessible to the children.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 19, 2022
Category: health medication. 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.
At the time of an unannounced visit Cert Rep observed a can of Lysol on the tray of a highchair accessible to the children.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 14, 2022
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.
Cert Rep observed tissues and napkins in an unlidded receptacle in the children's eating area.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 18, 2022
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.106(a) · Individual, clean, age-appropriate rest equipment shall be provided for preschool, toddler and infant children as agreed between the child's parent and the operator. The rest equipment shall be labeled for the use of a specific child and used only by the specified child.
Cert Rep observed two cribs that were not labeled for individual use.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 15, 2022
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.94(a)(9) · The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that a written record is maintained on file at the facility indicating the specific time of day of the drill, the hypothetical location of the fire, the evacuation time, and the names of the facility persons and the number of children who participate in the fire drill.
Operator stated fire drills are completed every 60 days although documentation could not be provided.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 14, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.95(b) · The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met.
Operator stated fire system checks are completed every 30 days although documentation could not be provided.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 14, 2022
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.
Child #1 is missing the amount of the fee to be charged.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 30, 2021
Category: recordkeeping. 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.
Child #1 is missing persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 30, 2021
Category: recordkeeping. 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.
Child #1 & 2 are missing the date of the child's admission.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 30, 2021
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(6) · Emergency contact information must include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.
Child #1 is missing the health insurance policy number.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 1, 2021
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.17(a) · The operator shall make reasonable accommodation to include a child with special needs in accordance with applicable Federal and State laws.
Operator does not have a written plan to make reasonable accommodations to include a child with special needs.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 21, 2021
Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
The emergency plan has not been updated/reviewed annually. Signature of last update is 8/20/19.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 1, 2021
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.36(b)(5) · An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children.
Facility person's #1 & 2 are listed as an assistant group supervisor, although only have a high school diploma on file. Both facility person's are missing proof of 2 years experience.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 30, 2021
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.65 · Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.
Certification Rep observed 2 missing outlet covers in the area the children eat. Cert Rep also observed a missing outlet cover near the water fountain in the preschool room.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 21, 2021
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.
Cert Rep observed 2 exposed bolts on the corner of the fence near the road accessible to the children.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 27, 2021
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.106(a) · Individual, clean, age-appropriate rest equipment shall be provided for preschool, toddler and infant children as agreed between the child's parent and the operator. The rest equipment shall be labeled for the use of a specific child and used only by the specified child.
The rest cots in the preschool room are not labeled for individual use.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 30, 2021
Category: physical safety. 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.
Child #1 is missing the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 1, 2021
Category: recordkeeping. 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.
Facility person #2 does not have an initial health assessment or a tuberculosis screening on file. Facility person #2's date of hire 5/17/21.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 27, 2021
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.175(a) · A child 7 years of age or younger shall be transported in accordance with the requirements for parents and guardians as stated in 75 Pa.C.S. §4581 (relating to restraint systems).
Certification Rep did not observe any safety restraints inside either van used to transport children to and from school. Operator admitted to transporting children 7 and younger without safety restraints, stated they use seat belts. Cert Rep discussed with operator children can not be transported until safety restraints are purchased and installed.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 21, 2021
Category: transportation. 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.
Operator has not notified the 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.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 1, 2021
Marked corrected in the state record.