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Home › PA › Sipesville › The Rainbow Connection Learning Center Llc
1036 Schoolhouse Rd, Sipesville PA 15561 · License #CER-00246407 · Center · Child Care Center
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3270.31(b) · A staff person shall be 18 years of age or older.
Observed staff file #6 (See LIS Code Sheet for DOH) who was utilized as an aide was under the age of 18 at the time of working in a child care position.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 15, 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). Facility Person # -6 and 7- may not work in a childcare position at the facility.
Observed staff file #2 contained a child abuse clearance which was dated after the first day working with children in a child care position. Observed staff file #2, a provisional hire, contained a NSOR verification letter which was dated more than 45 days after working in a child care position. Observed staff file 3 contained an updated child abuse clearance which was dated more than 60 months after the previous valid child abuse clearance. Observed staff file #4 contained updated criminal background clearance, child abuse clearance, and FBI fingerprint clearance which were all dated more than 60 months after the previous valid clearances. Observed staff file #6 contained a disclosure statement which did not contain a witness signature. Observed staff file #7 contained an updated FBI fingerprint clearance which was dated more than 60 months after the previous valid clearance. Observed staff file #7 contained an updated criminal background clearance which was still listed as request pending making the clearance invalid.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 3, 2025
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
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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 diaper cream, labeled "keep out of the reach of children", accessible to children in an unlocked low cabinet of the diaper changing table in the young toddler room. Observed diaper cream accessible to children on a low shelf in the older toddler room. Observed in the preschool cubby area, hand sanitizer labeled "keep out of the reach of children", accessible to children on low hooks. Observed white out and diaper cream accessible to children in an unlocked desk drawer in the younger preschool room.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 24, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.66(d) · Toxic plants are not permitted in a child care space.
Observed poke weed, a toxic plant, growing in an overgrown planter which was accessible to children.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 24, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.67(a) · Trash shall be removed from the facility at least once per day.
Observed prior to noon on the day of the inspection, trash cans in both of the preschool bathroom areas which were full of trash and had not been emptied at the close of business on the previous day.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 24, 2025
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.
Observed there was no posted handwashing sign next to the older toddler diaper changing area. Observed the girl's bathroom did not have posted handwashing signs by the toilets.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 24, 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 a rest mat with a peeling cover by the preschool rest equipment. Observed a loose support screw on a sensory table in the preschool room on the left side of the facility. Observed in the outdoor play area, a broken riding helmet bin, a broken plastic blue bat, and a broken first aid bin lid.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 25, 2025
Category: health medication. 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.
Observed in the older toddler room, a sensory table accessible to children which contained dried beans, which have a diameter less than 1 inch.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 25, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.105 · High chairs shall have a wide base and a T-shaped safety strap.
Observed 2 infants being fed in the infant room were not strapped in with the T-shaped safety strap.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 26, 2025
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 pack n play which did not have 2 feet of space on three sides.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 25, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.107 · A facility shall have an operable, clean refrigerator used to store potentially hazardous foods. The refrigerator shall be capable of maintaining food at 45° F or below. An operating thermometer shall be placed in the refrigerator.
Observed the school-age room refrigerator did not close properly and the temperature on the thermometer was 58 degrees.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 25, 2025
Category: nutrition. 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.
Observed child files #2, #3, and #4 contained original agreements.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 25, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(b)(1)/3270.131(b)(2) · The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddler. The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child.
Observed child file #2, a young toddler, contained an updated health report which was dated more than 6 months after the previous valid health assessment. Observed child file #5, a preschool age child, contained an updated health assessment which was dated more than 12 months after the previous valid health assessment.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 26, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.151(a) · A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem.
Observed staff file #2 contained an initial health assessment which was obtained 3 weeks after staff #2 started in a child care position. Observed staff file #5 contains a health assessment which is dated more than 30 months ago.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 17, 2025
Category: ratio. 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.
Observed staff files #1, #3, #5, and #7 did not complete a minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training within their previously completed annual training year.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 3, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(a) · The operator shall require the parent of an enrolled child, including a child, a foster child and a relative of an operator or a facility person, to provide an initial health report no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility.
Observed child file #1 contained an initial health assessment which was dated more than 90 days after the child's first day of attendance at the facility.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 26, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.92(a) · Portable space heaters are not permitted.
Observed a space heater in used in the preschool room on the left side of the hallway.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 27, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.105 · High chairs shall have a wide base and a T-shaped safety strap.
Observed three high chairs in the infant room which did not have T-shaped safety straps.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 27, 2025
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.
Observed staff file #1, who has been employed for more than 90 days, did not contain documentation of training in the emergency plan.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 20, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.91(a) · Stairways, hallways, exits from rooms, exits from the facility and other means of egress serving as an exit shall be unobstructed.
Observed the front, rear, and gym exits were partially blocked by boxes or toys.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 27, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Facility Person # -1- may not work in a childcare position at the facility until all valid clearances are obtained.
Observed staff file #1, who was working in a child care position for more than 45 days, did not contain a valid state police criminal background clearance, a NSOR verification letter, and the disclosure statement did not have a witness signature.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 27, 2025
Category: background checks. 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.
Observed staff file #1 did not contain documentation of a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 year's experience with children.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 27, 2025
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.
Observed electrical outlets which did not have protective covers by the microwave and low table in the young toddler room and throughout the school age room where care was being provided to a child who was five.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 27, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.66(a) · Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children.
Observed hand sanitizer accessible in the unlocked food prep area on a low shelf. Observed WD-40 accessible to children in the exit foyer in the back of the gym. Observed sunscreen, gorilla glue, and a box of liquid ant bait on a low countertop in the young toddler room.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 27, 2025
Category: nutrition. 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.
Observed used tissues on the floor in the gym. Observed the right preschool room had used tissues and napkins in a trash can which did not have a lid.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 27, 2025
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 in the outdoor play area, a detached downspout and a broken downspout drainpipe. Observed 2 ceiling tiles missing in the left preschool room.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 27, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.82(h) · A facility person and an able child shall wash his hands after toileting and before eating. A sign on which this requirement is written shall be posted at each toilet, training chair, diapering area and sink in the facility.
Observed staff in the young toddler room did not have an able child wash their hands after a diaper change.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 27, 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.
Observed staff in the young toddler room, place a soiled diaper into a plastic bag instead of immediately discarding the diaper into a plastic-lined, hands-free covered can.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 27, 2025
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.
Observed staff file #1 did not contain two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 27, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. 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.
Observed the last documented emergency drill was conducted more than 12 months ago (12/12/23).
Corrected Corrected by Jun 27, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.94(a)(1) · The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that fire drills are conducted at least once every 60 days.
Observed the most recent documented fire drill was conducted on 9/20/24 which is more than 6 months ago.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 27, 2025
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 childcare office.
Observed the facility did not have the current certificate of compliance posted in a conspicuous location used by parents.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 27, 2025
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.
Observed the most recent annual traffic letter was dated more than 12 months ago (11/15/23).
Corrected Corrected by Jun 27, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.66(e) · Arts and crafts materials shall be nontoxic.
On 8/28/24 observed shaving cream, labeled "keep out of the reach of children", in the arts and craft supplies in the young toddler room.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 27, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(f) · Staff person #3 shall complete professional development in the topics of 3270.31(f)(1 -- 9), within 90 days of hire. Staff person #-3- will have until 9/19/24 to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #-3- must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an AGS who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff available to supervise staff person #-3-, staff person #-3- may not work in a childcare position at the facility.
On 8/19/24 observed staff file #3 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): 3270.31(f)(1-9)
Corrected Corrected by Sep 27, 2024
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services).
On 8/19/24 observed staff file #2, who has been employed for more than 12 months, contained a criminal background clearance which stated the request under review making the clearance invalid. Observed staff file #3 contained an FBI clearance which was dated more than 45 days after staff #3 first day working with children. Staff file #3 did not contain an FBI fingerprint submitted receipt. Observed staff file #3 contained a NSOR verification letter which was dated more than 5 months after staff #3 first day working with children. Observed staff file #4 contained an NSOR verification letter which was dated more than 45 days after staff #4 first day working with children.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 27, 2024
Category: background checks. 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.
On 8/28/24 observed staff file #5 did not contain documentation of a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 27, 2024
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.
On 8/28/24 observed bleach accessible to children in an unlocked kitchen area of the facility. Observed in the infant room, damp rid, labeled "keep out of the reach of children", accessible to children in an unlocked closet. Observed in the young toddler room, hand sanitizer labeled "keep out of the reach of children", accessible to children on a low shelf by the sink. Observed in the preschool room, hand sanitizer "labeled keep out of the reach of children", accessible to children on a low shelf by the windows.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 27, 2024
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.
On 8/28/24 observed the first-aid kit used during transportation of children, did not contain scissors, tweezers, and soap.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 27, 2024
Category: transportation. 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 8/28/24 observed 2 missing ceiling tiles in the young preschool room.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 27, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.82(g) · Toilet areas and fixtures shall be cleaned daily and be in good repair.
On 8/28/24 observed the sink in the large boy's bathroom had a detached drain pipe.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 27, 2024
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.
On 8/28/24 observed an older toddler did not wash their hands after having a diaper changed.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 27, 2024
Category: health medication. 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.
On 8/28/24 observed the older preschool room did not have a lidded waste receptacle by the bathroom sink.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 27, 2024
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.
On 8/28/24 observed rest mats with peeling covers and exposed foam in the young toddler room, in the hall by the older preschool room, and the rear exit door. Observed a torn diaper changing pad in the older toddler room. Observed a round table with loose legs in the young preschool room. Observed a light table with a damaged end in the older preschool room. Observed in the outdoor play area, a damaged end on a little tykes picnic table, a little tykes play house which had a crack in the doorway creating a pinch point, and a rainbow slide with standing water in the bottom.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 27, 2024
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.
On 8/28/24 observed the back side of the outdoor rock-climbing wall did not have the required 9 inches of loose fill playground surface covering below the climbing area.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 27, 2024
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.
On 8/28/24 observed a sensory table which was filled with rice and other objects which had a diameter of less than 1 inch.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 27, 2024
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.
On 8/28/24 observed in the young toddler room, two rack stands which were not securely anchored to the wall and posed a hazard which could be pulled over. Observed in the older preschool room, a microwave stand and a tall rack shelf which were not securely anchored to the wall.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 27, 2024
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.
On 8/28/24 observed the refrigerator in the school-age room was not clean.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 27, 2024
Category: nutrition. 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.
On 8/28/24 observed original agreements in children's files #1, #2, and #5.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 27, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(6) · Emergency contact information must include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.
On 8/28/24 observed child file #1 did not contain the health insurance coverage and policy number.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 27, 2024
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.
On 8/28/24 observed children's files #1 and #3 did not contain the complete name and address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 27, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(e) · A written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency shall be displayed conspicuously in every child care space and shall accompany a staff person who leaves on an excursion with children.
On 8/28/24 observed the facility did not have an emergency transportation plan with the emergency contacts in the gym, outdoor play area, and on the bus.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 27, 2024
Category: transportation. 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 8/28/24 observed child file #2, a young toddler, contained an updated health assessment which was dated more than 12 months after the previous valid health assessment.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 27, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(b)(2) · The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child.
On 8/28/24 observed child file #3, an older toddler, contained a most recent health assessment which was dated more than 15 months ago. Observed child file #4 and #5, both preschool children, contained updated health assessments which were dated more than 15 months after the previous valid health assessment.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 27, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.133(4) · Medication shall be stored in a locked area of the facility or in an area that is out of the reach of children.
On 8/28/24 observed albuterol accessible to children in a backpack in the cubby area for the older toddler room. Observed orajel on the floor accessible to children in the cubby area for the older toddler room.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 27, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.151(a) · A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a childcare 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.
On 8/19/24 observed staff file #1 contained an updated health assessment which was dated more than 25 months after the previous valid health assessment. Observed staff file #4 contained an initial health assessment which was dated after staff #4 began providing initial service in a childcare setting. Observed staff file #5, who was providing initial service in a childcare setting, did not contain an initial health assessment.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 27, 2024
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.192(5) · A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
On 8/28/24 observed staff file #5 did not contain two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 27, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(f)(10) · Staff persons shall complete professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire.
On 8/19/24 observed staff file #3 contained documentation of pediatric first-aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation which was dated more than 90 days after the first day working with children.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 27, 2024
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.
On 8/19/24 observed the fire alarm testing log revealed that 2 times (9/8/23-10/9/23 and 2/23/24-3/25/24) in the previous 12 months, that the fire alarm testing was conducted more than 30 days apart.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 27, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.27(f) · The operator shall send a copy of the emergency plan and subsequent plan updates to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.
Observed the updated emergency plan did not contain documentation of submission to the county emergency management agency.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 27, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.27(a)(6) · Emergency drills shall be conducted annually. Annual emergency drills shall be documented and on file at the facility.
The facility failed to conduct an annual emergency drill.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 22, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.14/3270.21 · A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations.State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.
The facility's emergency plan did contain a statement regarding continuity of operations.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 5, 2023
Category: ratio. 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.
The Pre-school II room was observed to contain a blue toy bin that was cracked creating a pinch point.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 16, 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 Facility's outdoor play yard was observed to have embedded play equipment with a bed of pea gravel that did not measure 9" around the base of the equipment.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 16, 2023
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).
The files for children #1-7 did not contain a Child Service Report
Corrected Corrected by Nov 16, 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.
The file for child #7, a preschooler did not contain an updated health report. The health report on file for child #7 was dated 08/10/2022.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 22, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) · A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP. The facility shall implement dismissal policies in accordance with the Department of Health regulation in 28 Pa. Code § 27.77 (relating to immunization requirements for children in child care group settings).
The file for Child #5 lacked verification that the child had received an annual influenza vaccination in 2022 as recommended by the ACIP.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 22, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.135(c) · The diapering area may not be used for food preparation or food service.
The sink in the Onsie's room was observed to be used for handwashing and dishwashing.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 22, 2022
Category: ratio. 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 plan provided accommodations for Children with chronic disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions, but failed to provide for accommodations for infants, toddlers.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 28, 2022
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.171(a) · An operator shall notify local traffic safety authorities annually in writing of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the child care facility.
The facility failed to notify local traffic safety authorities annually in writing in 2022 of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the child care facility.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 5, 2023
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii) · A staff person or a substitute staff person shall meet one of the applicable staff qualifications for the position in which the person is performing. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.
3rd citation, previously cited on 08/19/2022, and 10/28/2022. On 12/08/2022 the file for staff person #1 who was observed working in capacity of an Assistant Group Supervisor on 08/19/2022, lacked documentation of education and experience to qualify them to work in this capacity.3rd citation previously cited on 08/19/2022, and 10/28/2022. On 12/08/2022 the file for staff person #1 was observed to lack documentation of child-care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 29, 2022
Category: supervision. 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.
2nd citation, previously cited on 08/19/2022. On 10/28/2022 the facility was found not to have in place a policy that included, recognition of potential signs and symptoms of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma; strategies for coping with a crying, fussing, or distraught child; and address the prevention and identification of child maltreatment.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 8, 2022
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(f) · Staff person(s) shall complete professional development in the topics of 3270.31(f)(1-10), within 90 days of hire. Staff person(s) #6, #7 and #8 will have until November 25, 2022, to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person(s) #6, #7, and #8 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by and AGS who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff available to supervise staff person(s) #6, #7, and #8, staff person(s) #6, #7, and #8 may not work in a child-care position at the facility
2nd Citation, previously cited on 08/19/22. On 10/28/22, staff person(s) #6, #7, and #8 were observed not to have documentation of completion of the following required pre-service training with 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): staff person #6: Health and Safety Training; staff person #7: mandated reporter training, pediatric first aid and CPR, and health and safety training; staff person #8: Health and Safety training.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 8, 2022
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Facility Person #2, #3, #4, and #7 may not work in a childcare position at the facility.
2nd Citation, previously cited on 08/19/2022. On 10/28/2022 the file for staff person #7 was observed not to contain documentation of completion of the mandated report training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet). Also, the file for staff person #2, #3, #4, and #7 lacked an NSOR certification.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 8, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.33(a) · A staff person or a substitute staff person shall meet one of the applicable staff qualifications for the position in which the person is performing.
2nd citation, previously cited on 08/19/2022. On 10/28/22, the file for staff person #1 who was observed working in the capacity of an Assistant Group Supervisor on 08/19/22, lacked documentation of education and experience to qualify them to work in this capacity.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 12, 2022
Category: supervision. 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.
2nd citation, previously cited on 08/19/22. On 10/28/22 the files for staff person(s) #5, #7, and #9 were observed to lack documentation of a written evaluation being completed within the last 12 months.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 8, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.37(b) · An aide shall have attained one of the qualification levels specified in §3270.37(b)(1)-(3).
2nd citation, previously cited on 08/19/2022. On 10/28/2022, the files for staff person(s) #2, and #7 were observed to lack documentation of qualifications to work in the capacity.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 8, 2022
Category: ratio. 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.
2nd citation, previously cited on 08/22/2022. On 10/28/22 the first aid kit located in the preschool room (blue door) was observed to be missing tweezers.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 8, 2022
Category: health medication. 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.
2nd citation, previously cited on 08/11/2022. On 10/28/2022, the ceiling of both the boy's restroom and the girl's restroom was observed to have peeling paint and damaged placed coming from the area near the vent in each of the restrooms.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 8, 2022
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.82(h) · A facility person and an able child shall wash his hands after toileting and before eating. A sign on which this requirement is written shall be posted at each toilet, training chair, diapering area and sink in the facility.
2nd citation, previously cited on 08/11/2022. On 10/28/2022, handwashing signs were observed not to be posted in the following locations: above the right sink in the boy's restroom, far left stall of the girl's restroom above the toilet and the sink, above 2 (right and left sinks) in the row of 3 sinks in the girl's restroom, and in the older toddler classroom (orange door) above the right toilet.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 8, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(a)(4) · An agreement shall specify the child's arrival and departure times.
2nd citation, previously cited on 08/19/2022. On 10/28/2022, the agreement form on file for child #3 was observed not to specify the child's arrival and departure times.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 17, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(a)(7) · An agreement shall specify the services which are to be considered as extra.
2nd citation previously cited on 08/19/2022. On 10/28/2022, the agreement forms on file for children #1, and #2 were observed not to specify the services which are to be considered extra.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 8, 2022
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.
2nd citation, previously cited on 08/19/2022. On 10/28/2022, the emergency contact information on file for children #1, #2, #4, and #5 did not include the complete name, address, and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 8, 2022
Category: health medication. 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.
2nd citation, previously cited on 08/19/2022. On 10/28/2022, the emergency contact forms on file for children #1, and #2 were observed not to include the enrolling parent's home or work phone number.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 8, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(5) · Emergency contact information must include information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant or CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation.
2nd citation, previously cited on 08/19/2022. On 10/28/2022, the emergency contact forms on file for children #1, #2, and #5 were observed not to include information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician assistant or CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 8, 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.
2nd citation, previously cited on 08/19/2022. On 10/28/2022, the emergency form on file for child #5 was observed not to include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent whom the child may be released.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 10, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.151(c)(1) · An adult health assessment must include a physical examination.
2nd Citation, previously cited on 08/19/2022. On 10/28/2022, the files for staff person(s) #7, and #8 were observed not to contain documentation of a health assessment on file.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 5, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.151(c)(2) · An adult health assessment must include tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment. Subsequent tuberculosis screening is not required unless directed by a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department.
2nd citation, previously cited on 08/19/22. On 10/28/22, the files for staff person(s) #2, #7, and #8 were observed to lack documentation of tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment. Additionally, on 10/28/2022, and not previously cited, the file of staff person #1, was observed to lack documentation of tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 12, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.192(2)(ii) · A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.
2nd citation, previously cited on 08/19/2022. On 10/28/22, the files for staff person(s) #1, #2, #7 and #8 were observed not to contain verification of child-care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 12, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.192(3) · 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.
2nd citation, previously cited on 08/19/2022. On 10/28/2022, the files for staff person(s) #2, #7, and #8 were observed not to contain documentation of an initial health assessment on file within one year of initial employment. Additionally, on 10/28/2022, and not previously cited, the file of staff person #1, was observed to lack documentation of tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 12, 2022
Category: health medication. 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.
2nd citation, previously cited on 08/19/22. On 10/28/2022, the file for staff person(s) #5, and #7 hired prior to 12/19/2020 (see LIS code sheet) were observed not to contain documentation of an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training between 12/19/2020 and 12/19/2021.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 12, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.14/3270.21 · A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations.State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation.Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.
On 8/19/2022 the facility was found not to have in place a policy that included, recognition of potential signs and symptoms of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma; strategies for coping with a crying, fussing, or distraught child; and address the prevention and identification of child maltreatment.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 21, 2022
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.33(a) · A staff person or a substitute staff person shall meet one of the applicable staff qualifications for the position in which the person is performing.
On 8/19/2022, the file for staff person's #2 and #3 observed working in the capacity of an Assistant Group Supervisor, were observed not to contain documentation of education or experience to qualify them to work in this capacity.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 21, 2022
Category: supervision. 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's #3, #4, #6, #7, #8, and #13 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's #3, #4, #6, #7, #8, and #13, staff person's #3, #4, #6, #7, #8, and #13 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.
On 8/19/2022, staff person's # 3 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #3 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Health and Safety Training, Pediatric First Aid and CPR, and Mandated Reporter Training. On 8/19/2022, staff person #4 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #4 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Mandated Reporter Training, Pediatric First Aid and CPR, and Health and Safety Training. On 8/19/2022, staff person #6 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #6 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Pediatric First Aid and CPR. On 8/11/2022, staff person #7 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #7 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Pediatric First Aid and CPR. On 8/11/2022, staff person #8 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #8 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Pediatric First Aid and CPR. On 8/11/2022, staff person #13 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #13 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Pediatric First Aid and CPR.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 28, 2022
Category: supervision. 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.
On 8/19/2022, the file for staff person's #2, #3, #5, #9, and #12 were observed not to contain documentation of training in the facility's emergency plan at time of initial hire. Additionally, the file for staff person #13 did not contain documentation of training in the facility's emergency plan at least annually. This is evidenced by the last documented date of staff person #13 being trained in the emergency plan being 11/2020.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 21, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. 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), 3280.31(f) (1-10), or 3290.31(g) (1-10) within 90 days of hire. Staff person's #3, #4, #5, #6, #7, #9, #11, #12, #13, #14, and #15 will have until 10/12/2022 to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person's #3, #4, #5, #6, #7, #9, #11, #12, #13, #14, and #15 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's #3, #4, #5, #6, #7, #9, #11, #12, #13, #14, and #15, staff person's #3, #4, #5, #6, #7, #9, #11, #12, #13, #14, and #15 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.
On 8/19/2022, staff person's #3, #4, #5, #6, #7, #9, #11, #12, #13, #14, and #15 have not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): staff person #3, Mandated Reporter Training, Pediatric First Aid and CPR, and Health and Safety Training, staff person #4, Mandated Reporter Training, Pediatric First Aid and CPR, and Health and Safety Training, staff person #5, Pediatric First Aid and CPR, staff person #6, Pediatric First Aid and CPR and Health and Safety Training, staff person #7, Pediatric First Aid and CPR, staff person #9, Pediatric First Aid and CPR, staff person #11, Health and Safety Training, staff person #12, Mandated Reporter Training, Pediatric First Aid and CPR, and Health and Safety Training, staff person #13, Mandated Reporter Training, Pediatric First Aid and CPR, and Health and Safety Training, staff person #14, Pediatric First Aid and CPR, and staff person #15, Pediatric First Aid and CPR and Health and Safety Training.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 21, 2022
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to Child Protective Services). Staff person's #3, #4, and #13 will have until 9/29/2022 to complete the mandated reporter training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #3, #4, and #13 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's #3, #4, and #13, staff person's #3, #4, and #13 may not work in a child-care position at the facility. The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Facility Person # 3, #6, #8, #9, #12, #13, and #15 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, #6, #8, #9, #12, #13, and #15 may not work in a child care position at the facility.
*On 8/19/2022, the file for staff person's #3, #4, and #13 have not completed the mandated reporter training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet). On 8/19/2022, no clearances were observed to be on file for staff person #3. On 8/19/2022, the Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) criminal history clearance (7/27/22), Child Abuse Clearance (8/1/2022), and FBI criminal history clearance (7/28/2022) on file for staff person #6, were observed to be dated more than 45 days after staff person #6's date of hire (See LIS Code Sheet). Additionally, there was not an NSOR certification on file just an application dated 2/14/2022 for staff person #6. On 8/19/2022, the PSP criminal history clearance (2/9/2022), Child Abuse Clearance (2/10/2022), and FBI criminal history clearance (2/15/2022) on file for staff person #8, were observed to have been more than 45 days after staff person #8's date of hire (See LIS Code Sheet). Additionally, there was no NSOR certification on file for staff person #8 only an application dated 2/8/2022. On 8/19/2022, there was no documentation of Child Abuse History Clearance or National Sex Offender certification (NSOR) on file for staff person #9. On 8/19/2022, the PSP clearance (12/15/21), Child Abuse History Clearance (12/15/21), on file for staff person #12 were observed to be more than 45 days after date of hire (See LIS Coding Sheet). Additionally, the file for staff person #12 was observed not to contain documentation of a valid FBI clearance, this is evidenced by the FBI clearance on file being for PDE, also, there was no documentation of an NSOR certificate. On 8/19/2022, The PSP clearance (7/9/22), Child Abuse History Clearance (7/9/22), and FBI clearance (7/12/22) on file for staff person #13 were observed to be more than 45 days after date of hire (See LIS Code Sheet). Additionally, there was no documentation of an NSOR certificate on file for staff person #13. On 8/19/2022, the FBI clearance (9/28/21) and Mandated Reporter training on file for staff person #15 was observed to be more than 45 days after the date of hire (See LIS Coding Sheet). Additionally, there was no documentation of an NSOR certificate on file for staff person #15, only an application dated 6/10/22.
3270.32(a) · The legal entity will contact ELRC 6 to arrange for the facility director and any designee responsible for the hiring of staff to obtain training regarding record keeping and hiring staff.
**On 8/19/2022, the file for staff person's #3, #4, and #13 have not completed the mandated reporter training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet). On 8/19/2022, no clearances were observed to be on file for staff person #3. On 8/19/2022, the Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) criminal history clearance (7/27/22), Child Abuse Clearance (8/1/2022), and FBI criminal history clearance (7/28/2022) on file for staff person #6, were observed to be dated more than 45 days after staff person #6's date of hire (See LIS Code Sheet). Additionally, there was not an NSOR certification on file just an application dated 2/14/2022 for staff person #6. On 8/19/2022, the PSP criminal history clearance (2/9/2022), Child Abuse Clearance (2/10/2022), and FBI criminal history clearance (2/15/2022) on file for staff person #8, were observed to have been more than 45 days after staff person #8's date of hire (See LIS Code Sheet). Additionally, there was no NSOR certification on file for staff person #8 only an application dated 2/8/2022. On 8/19/2022, there was no documentation of Child Abuse History Clearance or National Sex Offender certification (NSOR) on file for staff person #9. On 8/19/2022, the PSP clearance (12/15/21), Child Abuse History Clearance (12/15/21), on file for staff person #12 were observed to be more than 45 days after date of hire (See LIS Coding Sheet). Additionally, the file for staff person #12 was observed not to contain documentation of a valid FBI clearance, this is evidenced by the FBI clearance on file being for PDE, also, there was no documentation of an NSOR certificate. On 8/19/2022, The PSP clearance (7/9/22), Child Abuse History Clearance (7/9/22), and FBI clearance (7/12/22) on file for staff person #13 were observed to be more than 45 days after date of hire (See LIS Code Sheet). Additionally, there was no documentation of an NSOR certificate on file for staff person #13. On 8/19/2022, the FBI clearance (9/28/21) and Mandated Reporter training on file for staff person #15 was observed to be more than 45 days after the date of hire (See LIS Coding Sheet). Additionally, there was no documentation of an NSOR certificate on file for staff person #15, only an application dated 6/10/22.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 21, 2022
Category: background checks. 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.
On 8/19/2022, the file for staff person's #5, #10, #12, and #13 were observed not to contain documentation of a written evaluation being completed within the last 12 months.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 21, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.37(b) · An aide shall have attained one of the qualification levels specified in §3270.37(b)(1)-(3).
On 8/19/2022, the file for staff person's #6, #12, and #13 who were classified as an Aide, were observed not to contain on documentation of qualifications to work in this capacity.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 21, 2022
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.37(c) · An aide or a combination of aides shall be supervised at all times by a staff person qualified at minimum as an assistant group supervisor.
On 8/19/2022, staff person #6 who is classified as an Aide was observed working unsupervised in the younger toddler room (red door), caring for a group of 3 older aged toddler children and 2 younger aged toddler children.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 21, 2022
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.61(c) · Indoor child care space is measured within permanent stationary partitions or walls. The allowable number of children in a space is determined by dividing the total square feet in a space by 40.
On 8/11/22, a total of 23 school aged children were observed being cared for. The school aged classroom (red and orange door) only has a measured capacity of 18. It was disclosed by the designated person in charge that during the summer, the school age attendance varies between 18 and 26 school aged children.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 21, 2022
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.66(b) · Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be stored in an original labeled container or in a container that specifies the content. Toxics shall be stored away from food, food preparation areas and child care spaces.
On 8/11/22, in the younger toddler room (red door), a bottle of what appeared to be a pink cleaning solution was observed not to have a label that specifies the contents.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 21, 2022
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.66(e) · Arts and crafts materials shall be nontoxic.
On 8/11/22, in the older toddler room (orange door) shaving cream was observed to be stored with the arts and crafts items. It was disclosed by the staff in the older toddler classroom that the shaving cream was used to make puff paint to be used during arts and crafts time.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 21, 2022
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.
On 8/11/22, the first aid kit located in the infant room (blue and green door) and the preschool room (blue door) was observed to be missing tweezers.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 21, 2022
Category: health medication. 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.
On 8/11/22, the ceiling of both the boys restroom and the girls restroom were observed to have peeling paint and damaged plaster coming from the area near the vent in each of the restrooms.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 21, 2022
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.81 · A visual strip or other visual identification shall be placed on glass located in a traffic area, a child care space or a play space.
On 8/11/22, the doors at the entrance of the facility and the doors at the entrance to the outdoor play space were observed not to have in place a visual strip or other visual identification.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 21, 2022
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.82(h) · A facility person and an able child shall wash his hands after toileting and before eating. A sign on which this requirement is written shall be posted at each toilet, training chair, diapering area and sink in the facility.
On 8/11/22, handwashing signs were observed not to be posted in the following locations; above the right sink in the boys restroom, far left stall of the girls restroom above the toilet and the sink, above 3 of the 5 sinks in the girls restroom, and in the older toddler classroom (orange door) above the right toilet and above the diaper station.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 21, 2022
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.
On 8/11/22, in the preschool room (blue door) 2 blue toy bins one containing farm animals and the other containing a paint brush were observed to be cracked along the top corner, creating rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 21, 2022
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.104(a) · Furniture must be durable, safe, easily cleaned and appropriate for the child's size, age and special needs.
On 8/11/22, bookshelves located in the hallway of the facility measuring approximately greater than 6 feet in height were observed not be secured to the wall creating a falling hazard to the children in care.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 21, 2022
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.113(a)(1) · Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises.
On 8/11/22 at approximately 1035, while on the playground staff person's #1 and #2 only identified a combined total of 22 school aged children in their classroom. Staff person #1 initially identified being assigned the specific responsibility to supervise 11 school aged children and staff person #2 initially identified being assigned the specific responsibility to supervise 11 school aged children. Once the children were brought together it was observed that staff person's #1 and #2 had a combined total of 23 school aged children in their classroom. At this time staff person #1 claimed being assigned the specific responsibility of supervising 12 school aged children and staff person #2 identified being assigned the specific responsibility of supervising 11 school aged children.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 21, 2022
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(a)(2) · An agreement shall specify the date on which the fee is to be paid.
On 8/19/2022, the agreement form on file for child #7 was observed not to contain documentation of the date the fee is to be paid.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 21, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(a)(4) · An agreement shall specify the child's arrival and departure times.
On 8/19/2022, the agreement form on file for children #6 and #11 were observed not to specify the child's arrival and departure times.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 21, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(a)(7) · An agreement shall specify the services which are to be considered as extra.
On 8/19/2022, the agreement form on file for children #3 and #4 were observed not to specify the services which are to be considered extra.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 21, 2022
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.
On 8/19/2022, the emergency contact information on file for children #3, #4, #7, and #12 did not include the complete name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 21, 2022
Category: health medication. 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.
On 8/19/2022, the emergency contact form on file for children #3, #4, and #5 were observed not to include the enrolling parents work address. Additionally for child #5 the emergency contact form did not include the enrolling parent's home or work phone number.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 21, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(5) · Emergency contact information must include information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician assistant or CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation.
On 8/19/2022, the emergency contact form on file for children #3, #4 and #12 were found not to include information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician assistant or CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 21, 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.
On 8/19/2022, the emergency contact form on file for child #12 was observed not to include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent whom the child may be realeased.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 21, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(c) · When children are in the facility, emergency contact information shall be present in a child care space for children receiving care in the space.
On 8/11/22, in the older toddler room (orange door) and the infant room (blue and green door), the emergency contact information was observed not to be in the child care space where children #1 (older toddler aged room) and #2 (infant room) were being cared for. Additionally, there was no emergency contact information present in the outdoor play space while children were being cared for.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 21, 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.
On 8/19/2022, the emergency contact form and agreement on file for children #5, #6, #7, #8, #9, #10, #11 and #12 were observed not to have been reviewed and updated by 1/6/2022 at which time the regulation was reinstated. The emergency contact form and agreement form on file for child #5 was observed to not yet have been reviewed since 5/3/2021.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 21, 2022
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.
On 8/19/2022, the file for children #5, #7 and #8 all preschool aged children were observed not to contain documentation of a health report being obtained at least once every 12 months since the regulation was reinstated on 1/6/2022. This is evidenced the there not being an initial or subsequent health report on file for child #5 whose date of admission is 2/10/2020, the most recent updated health report on file for child #7 being dated 2/18/2019, and the most recent updated health report on file for child #8 being dated 7/28/2022, this should have been updated by 1/6/2022.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 21, 2022
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.
On 8/19/2022, the file for child #5 was observed not to contain documentation of a health report with immunizations or documentation of immunizations within 60 days of admission. Also, the file for child #12, was observed not to contain documentation of written verification of immunizations within 60 days of admission.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 21, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(e)(1) · The facility shall require the parent to provide updated written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of ongoing vaccines administered to an infant, toddler or preschool child in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP.
On 8/19/2022, the immunization report on file for child #4 a younger aged toddler child in care, was observed to only contain documentation of 3 doses of DTAP and HIB immunizations.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 21, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.151(c)(1) · An adult health assessment must include a physical examination.
On 8/19/2022, the file for staff person's #2, #12, #13, and #15 were observed not to contain documentation of a Health assessment on file. Additionally, the health assessment on file for staff person #8 (2/21/22) was observed to be dated after staff person #8's date of hire (See LIS code sheet).
Corrected Corrected by Oct 21, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.151(c)(2) · An adult health assessment must include tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment. Subsequent tuberculosis screening is not required unless directed by a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department.
On 8/19/2022, the file for staff person's #6, #12, #13, and #15 were observed not to contain documentation of tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment. Additionally, the file for staff person #8 was observed to contain documentation of tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method on 2/21/22, which was after staff person #8's date of hire (See LIS Code Sheet).
Corrected Corrected by Oct 21, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.166(4) · Disposable nursers and bottles shall be labeled with the child's name.
On 8/11/22, the bottle for child #1 and infant aged child in care was observed to be without a name label.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 21, 2022
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.191 · An individual record is required for each facility person.
On 8/19/2022, it was disclosed by the operator that there was no file present for staff person #1 or #4 at the facility.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 21, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.192(2)(ii) · A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.
On 8/19/2022, the file for staff person's #2, #3, #6, #12, #13, and #15 were observed not to contain verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 21, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.192(3) · 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.
On 8/19/2022, the file for staff person's #2, #6, #12, #13, and #1 were observed not to contain documentation of an initial health assessment on file within one year of initial employment.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 21, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.192(4) · A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #3, #6, #8, #9, #9, #12, #13, and #15 may not work in a child care position at the facility.
On 8/19/2022, the file for staff person #2, was observed not to contain documentation of a disclosure statement signed and dated prior to date of hire (See LIS Code Sheet). The file for staff person #3 was observed not to contain documentation of clearances or mandated reporter training prior to date of hire (See LIS Code Sheet). The file for staff person #6 was observed not to contain documentation of an NSOR certification within 45 days of hire (See LIS Code Sheet). The file for staff person #8 was observed not to contain documentation of an NSOR certification within 45 days of hire (See LIS Code Sheet). The file for staff person #9 was observed not to contain documentation of a Child Abuse History Clearance or and NSOR certification within 45 days of hire (See LIS Code Sheet). The file for staff person #12 was observed not to contain documentation of a valid FBI clearance or NSOR certification within 45 days of hire (See LIS Code Sheet). The file for staff person #13 was observed not to have on file a signed and dated disclosure statement prior to date of hire, or documentation of an NSOR certification (See LIS Code Sheet). The file for staff person #15 was observed not to contain documentation of an NSOR certification with 45 days of hire (See LIS Code Sheet)
Corrected Corrected by Oct 21, 2022
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.192(5) · A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person
On 8/19/2022, the file for staff person's #2, #9, #12, #13, and #15 were observed not to contain two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 21, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. 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.
On 08/19/2022, the file for staff person #10 and #13, both hired prior to 12/19/2020 (See LIS Code Sheet) were observed not to contain documentation of an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training between 12/19/2020 and 12/19/2021. Additionally the file for staff person #12 was observed not to have on file documentation of an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training during his or her first year of employment at the child care facility (See LIS Code Sheet).
Corrected Corrected by Oct 21, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(a)/3270.182(1) · The operator shall require the parent of an enrolled child, including a child, a foster child and a relative of an operator or a facility person, to provide an initial health report no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility. A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports.
On 8/19/2022, the file for Child #5 whose date of admission is 2/10/2020, was observed not to contain documentation of an initial health report within 60 days of admission.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 21, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(f)/3270.31(f)(10) · Staff persons shall complete professional development in the following topics within 90 days of hire: Pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
Observed staff file #4 and #5, who have both been employed for more than 90 days, did not contain documentation of completion of pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 15, 2021
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Facility Person # -3- may not work in a child care position at the facility until a valid criminal background clearance is obtained.
Observed staff file #3, who has been employed for more than 45 days, contained an incomplete criminal background clearance. Observed staff file #4, who has been employed more than 90 days, did not contain documentation of completion of mandated reporter training.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 24, 2021
Category: background checks. 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.
Observed staff file #5 and #8 did not contain documentation of 2 years experience with children.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 24, 2021
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 an open bin containing sunscreen labeled keep out of the reach of children, accessible to children on a picnic table in the outdoor play area.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 24, 2021
Category: physical safety. 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 splintering edges on the wooden steps to the stage area in the gym. Observed several loose hanging cords by the refrigerator in the older toddler room, and loose hanging cords by the fan in the preschool room creating a visible hazard.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 24, 2021
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 peeling paint on the blue wall in the gym near the storage area for the cuddy cruisers.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 24, 2021
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.82(h) · A facility person and an able child shall wash his hands after toileting and before eating. A sign on which this requirement is written shall be posted at each toilet, training chair, diapering area and sink in the facility.
Observed the facility was lacking hand washing signs at a toilet in the boys bathroom, at the older toddler diaper changing table, the toddler/preschool toilets, and the preschool 2 toilets.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 24, 2021
Category: health medication. 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.
Observed plastic bags accessible to toddlers in the young toddler room due to being in a bag on the floor of an unlocked closet.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 24, 2021
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 in the young toddler room was not labeled for the use of a specific child.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 3, 2021
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.
Observed the school age refrigerator needed to be cleaned. Observed the infant refrigerator was missing a thermometer.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 24, 2021
Category: nutrition. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.113(a)(1) · Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises.
Observed at the time of arrival, a young school age child was walking through the gym from the outdoor play area to the bathroom without a teacher physically present to know the child's whereabouts.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 3, 2021
Category: supervision. 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.
Observed the emergency contact information for child #1 did not contain the health insurance policy number.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 24, 2021
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.
Observed child file #1, 3, 4, and 5 did not contain the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. Observed child file #2 did not contain the telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 24, 2021
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(e)(1) · The facility shall require the parent to provide updated written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of ongoing vaccines administered to an infant, toddler or preschool child in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP.
Observed child file #1 did not contain written verification of ongoing flu vaccines administered in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP. Observed the immunization record for child #5 was not current with ongoing vaccines administered in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 24, 2021
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.133(7) · An operator is responsible to establish and maintain a medication log if prescription or nonprescription medication is administered.
Observed the facility did not have an established medication log for an epi pen which they stored in the young toddler room.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 24, 2021
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.151(a) · A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem.
Observed staff file #1, 2, 3, 5, 7, and 8 all contained the most recent health assessments which were dated more than 24 months old.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 24, 2021
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.191 · An individual record is required for each facility person. Staff #6 cannot work as a facility person until an individual record is obtained.
Observed staff #6 did not have an individual record available to be reviewed during the course of the inspection.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 24, 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.
Observed the facility did not post or provide the parent of each child enrolled with information on how to access the regulations in this chapter electronically.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 24, 2021
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.27(f) · The operator shall send a copy of the emergency plan and subsequent plan updates to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.
Observed the facility did not have an updated emergency plan to include all required emergency plan situations and did not submit the plan to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 24, 2021
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 21, 2022
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.