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Home › PA › Springdale › Bright Futures Child Care Center Llc
950 Pittsburgh St Suite 3 Suite 4, Springdale PA 15144 · License #CER-00251249 · Center · Child Care Center
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3270.21 · Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.
An infant was observed to be sleeping in a crib with a loose crib sheet. Another infant was observed to be sleeping in a pack and play while still wearing a bib. These violations created a safety hazard to the infants.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 5, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(f) · Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10.
The file for Staff Person #8 lacked verification that they had completed the required health and safety training within 90 days of starting at the facility. The health and safety trainings were completed 270 days after starting at the facility. The file for Staff Person #3 lacked verification that they had completed the required 1 hour health and safety training update. Staff Person #3 has exceeded 90 days in a child care taking position at this time (refer to LIS code sheet).
Corrected Corrected by Dec 2, 2025
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).
The file for Staff Person #1 lacked verification that they had requested their FBI Clearance through IDENTOGO prior to starting in a child care taking position. An acceptable completed FBI Clearance was not on file until 133 days after starting at the facility.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 2, 2025
Disposition: Compliant - Finalized
Disposition: Compliant - Finalized
Disposition: Compliant - Finalized
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Data synced from Pennsylvania DHS, Office of Child Development and Early Learning on Jul 8, 2026 · Source records · Report an error
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.
The written evaluations on file for Staff Person #2 exceeded 12 months between evaluations dated 6.10.24 and 10.14.25.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 12, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) · An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.
The file for Staff Person #3, identified as an Assistant Group Supervisor, lacked two years of experience to qualify them for the position. Without the verification of experience Staff Person #3 qualifies as an Aide.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 12, 2025
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.66(a) · Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children.
A tote bag containing sunscreen, A&D ointment and Butt Paste was observed in a cubby in Classroom 1. The items were accessible to toddler age children receiving care in the space. An Airwick air freshener was observed to be plugged in next to the restroom in Classroom 2. The Airwick air freshener was accessible to preschool age children receiving care. All items are directed to be Kept Out of Reach of Children.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 2, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.66(c) · Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be used in a way that does not contaminate play surfaces, food, food preparation areas and does not constitute a hazard to the children.
Cleaning products were observed on a shelf above food, intended for children in care, in the storage closet behind Classroom 1.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 2, 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.
Exposed bolts were observed along the fence in the outdoor play space. Cinderblocks, that posed a potential tripping hazard, were also observed along the fence in the outdoor play space. In Classroom 1 the area rugs were observed to bunch up as the children played in the space creating a potential tripping hazard.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 19, 2025
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.
Small areas of peeling paint were observed on the back wall in Classroom 1.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 5, 2025
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.
The glass exit door in Classroom 2 was observed to be missing a visual strip.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 2, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.102(b) · Toys soiled by secretion or excretion shall be cleaned with soap and water, rinsed and sanitized before being used by a child.
Children in Classroom 1 were observed to place toys into their mouth and discard on the floor to then be picked up by another child. The toys were not cleaned, rinsed or sanitized between use.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 2, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.102(f) · Indoor play equipment for climbing shall be installed or used over a protective surface covering which does not interfere with the stability of the equipment.
Indoor climbing equipment was observed in Classroom 1. Toddlers were observed to push the climbing equipment around the classroom which resulted in the equipment not being used over a protective surface covering.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 2, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.106(f) · At least 2 feet of space is required on three sides of a bed, cot, crib or other rest equipment while the equipment is in use.
Preschool age children were observed to be resting on equipment in Classroom 2 without two feet of space on three sides. Two infants were observed to be sleeping in the corner areas in Classroom 4 without two feet of free space on two sides of the rest equipment.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 5, 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.
The refrigerator in Classroom 4 (Infants) was missing an operable thermometer to allow for verification that the refrigerator was maintaining a safe temperature.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 2, 2025
Category: nutrition. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.111(b) · The written plan of daily activities shall be posted in the group space.
A written plan of daily activities was not posted in Classroom 4 (Infants).
Corrected Corrected by Dec 5, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.113(a) · 1. Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises will be supervised by a staff person at all times. This portion of the plan will have an immediate correction date. 2. All staff, including the director, will participate in an onsite/ in-person training called, "Creating a Safe Environment with Active Supervision". These hours are permitted to be counted as part of each staff's required 12 annual training hours. The operator will provide an anticipated date for completion of training. 3. Subsequent to the training, all staff, including the director, will participate in technical assistance sessions with the ELRC Quality Coach to revise room layouts to minimize barriers to effective supervision. 4. The Director and/ or operator will develop a tool with which to complete daily supervision checks of all classrooms throughout the day to assess sightlines and staff positioning in the room. The director/ operator can consult with the ELRC Quality Coaches to develop this tool for submission to the Western Region office prior to first use. Random checks will occur at least 3 times per week for the next 4 weeks subsequent to training and after submission of the tool. Documentation of the checks will be made available to Certification upon request. The correction date for this portion of the plan will be at minimum 4 weeks from the date the regional office reviews the tool.
Staff Person's #4 and #5 were unable to see infants resting in cribs in the corners in Classroom 4 due to their positioning and the rest equipment being obstructed by equipment in the classroom (a high chair and an Exersaucer). Staff Person's #3 and #6 were unable to see three toddlers resting behind a shelf in Classroom 1 due to their positioning. Throughout the inspection Staff Person #2 and #7 were observed to be unable to properly supervise as they were unable to see children playing behind shelving units in Classroom 2 due to their positioning and the obstructions present (shelving units).
Corrected Corrected by Feb 3, 2026
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.113(a)(1) · 1. Each staff person will be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person will know the names and whereabouts of the children in their assigned group. The staff person will be physically present with the children in their group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises. This portion of the plan will have an immediate correction date. 2. All staff, including the director, will participate in technical assistance sessions with the ELRC Quality Coach focusing on the proper way to use their hands-free tag system, as well as address arrival and departure of children, moving children to other classrooms, and times of staff transition. The operator will provide a date for when these sessions will be completed by. 3. The Director and/ or operator will develop a tool with which to assess that all children have been assigned to a designated staff person and that staff can correctly identify the children for whom they are responsible. The director/ operator can consult with the ELRC Quality Coaches to develop this tool. The tool shall be submitted to the Western Region office prior to use. Random checks will occur at least 3 times per week for four weeks after training is completed and the tool has been submitted. Documentation of the checks will be made available to Certification upon request. The correction date for this portion of the plan shall be at minimum 4 weeks from the date the regional office reviews the tool.
At approximately 1:58pm, Staff Person's #3 and #6 reported to be caring for 11 children. Staff Person #3 identified being responsible for 6 older toddler. Staff Person #6 reported being responsible for 4 young toddlers. This left one child, later identified as a young toddler, who had not been assigned to a specific staff person.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 5, 2025
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(a)(1)/3270.123(a)(2) · An agreement shall specify the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week. An agreement shall specify the date on which the fee is to be paid.
The agreement on file for Child #1 lacked a fee amount and the date the fee is to be paid.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 5, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(a)(6) · An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission.
The agreement form for Child #2 lacked an admission date.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 5, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(7) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
The emergency contact forms for Children #1 and #2 lacked the complete addresses for each release person listed to whom the child may be released.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 5, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) · A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP. The facility shall implement dismissal policies in accordance with the Department of Health regulation in 28 Pa. Code § 27.77 (relating to immunization requirements for children in child care group settings). Child #2 will be dismissed from care at the close of business on 11.19.25.
The file for Child #2 lacked verification that the child had received their 12-15 month Pneumococcal, MMR and Varicella vaccinations and their 15-18 month DTAP vaccination. A written exemption was not on file at the time of the inspection.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 12, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(e)(2)(i) · Exemption from immunization for religious belief or strong personal objection equated to a religious belief shall be documented by a written, signed and dated statement from the child's parent or guardian. The statement shall be kept in the child's record.
The health report on file for Child #3 indicated by the physician that the child is not vaccinated due to religious beliefs. A written exemption that had been signed and dated from the parent was not on file at the time of the inspection.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 5, 2025
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.
A diaper bag containing Children's Tylenol, Oral Pain Relief tablets, Hydrocortisone and Clotrimozole Cream was observed in a cubby in Classroom 4. The medications could be accessible to a toddler receiving care in Classroom 4.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 2, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.134(a) · A staff person shall ensure that a child's hands are washed before meals and snacks, after toileting and after being diapered.
A preschool age child was observed to wake from nap in Classroom 2 and go directly to the table to have a snack. Staff did not ensure that the child had washed their hands prior to eating.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 5, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.134(d) · Liquid or powdered soap shall be used for handwashing.
On two occasions it was observed that soap was not in place at the sink used for handwashing following diaper changes in Classroom 1.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 12, 2025
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.
Staff Person #4 was observed to place a container of baby food on the shelf under the changing table while feeding an infant in care. Water jugs used for preparing bottles was also observed to be stored on the shelf at the changing table.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 2, 2025
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.151(a) · A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem.
The health assessments on file for Staff Person #2 were completed on 5.5.23 and 7.14.25. This exceeded 24 months between health assessments.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 2, 2025
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.166(1) · A written statement giving the formula and feeding schedule for an infant shall be obtained from the parent.
Written statements from the parent giving the formula and feeding schedule for their child were missing for 4 infants identified as receiving care in Classroom 4.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 12, 2025
Category: nutrition. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.166(4) · Disposable nursers and bottles shall be labeled with the child's name.
One unlabeled bottle, that had been served to an infant, was observed on a shelf in the Infant Room. An unlabeled bottle, reported to contain breast milk, was observed in the refrigerator in the Infant Room.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 2, 2025
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 interconnected smoke alarms were activated at the time of the inspection. The alarms could not be heard responding in Classroom 1 or Classroom 4. The facility exceeded 30 days between smoke alarm testing on 5.22.25 and 6.30.25 and again on 9.5.25 and 10.27.25.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 2, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.14/3270.21 · A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations. State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. Until such time as the required pre-service trainings are completed, staff person #1, #2 and #3 must be supervised, when interacting with children by an AGS, GS, or Director who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise staff person #1, #2 and #3, staff person #1, #2 and #3 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.
Staff Person #1 and #2 were observed to be caring for a group that included 2 older toddlers and 5 young toddlers unsupervised. Staff Person #3 was observed to be caring for a group that included 3 infants unsupervised Staff person #1 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Pediatric First Aid and CPR training. Staff Person #2 has not completed the following preservice training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Pediatric First Aid and CPR training and Mandated Reporter training. Staff Person #3 has not completed the following preservice training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Health and Safety Training.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 3, 2025
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(f) · Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10.
Staff Person #3 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Health and Safety Training.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 3, 2025
Category: health medication. 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.
Staff Person's #4 and #5 were observed to be caring for a mixed age group that were identified as 7 young school age children and 8 preschool age children. Staff Person #5 indicated being responsible for and identified 7 young school age children. Staff Person #4 indicated they did not know who they were responsible for and that they did not know the names of the children. This resulted in 8 preschool children not being assigned to a specific staff person.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 3, 2025
Category: supervision. 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.
The facility has exceeded 60 days since their last fire drill. The most recent fire drill listed on the fire drill log was completed on 4.28.25.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 3, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) · Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)). The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met.
The facility has exceeded 30 days since their last fire alarm testing. The most recent documented alarm testing occurred on 2.28.25.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 3, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.14/3270.21 · A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations. State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. Until such time as the required pre-service trainings are completed, staff person #1 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an AGS, who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise staff person #1, staff person #1 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.
Staff person #1 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #1 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Health and Safety Training and Pediatric First Aid and CPR training.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 11, 2025
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(f) · Staff person(s) shall complete professional development in the topics of 3270.31(f)(1-10), within 90 days of hire. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #1 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an AGS, who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff available to supervise staff person #1, staff person #1 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.
Staff person #1 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Health and Safety Training and Pediatric First Aid and CPR training.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 11, 2025
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 #1 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an AGS, who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise staff person #1, staff person #1 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.
Staff person #1 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #1 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Pediatric First Aid and CPR and the 10-hour Health and Safety training.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 21, 2024
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.
The file for Staff Person #2 lacked verification that they had received training regarding the emergency plan within the last 12 months. The most recent emergency plan training was dated 10.19.23.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 22, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) · Staff persons shall participate, at least annually, in firesafety training conducted by a fire protection professional. Staff persons and volunteers shall receive training in maintenance of smoke detectors, the duties of facility persons during a fire drill and during a fire and the use of the facility's fire extinguishers, not including discharge of the fire suppressant agent.
The fire safety trainings on file for Staff Person #4 exceeded 12 months between trainings on 9.13.22 and 5.15.24.
Corrected Corrected by May 15, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A provisional employee may not be permitted to work alone with children and must work within the vicinity of a permanent employee.
At approximately 8:25 am Staff Person #1, a provisional hire, was observed to be caring for 4 infants alone. The NSOR certificate for Staff Person #1 was not on file at the time of the inspection therefore they are not permitted to be unsupervised with children.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 21, 2024
Category: supervision. 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.
The files for Staff Person's #1 and #5 lacked verification of 2500 hours to qualify for the position of Assistant Group Supervisor they were reported to be performing. Without the verification of experience Staff Person's #1 and #5 qualify as Aides.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 22, 2024
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.
The files for Staff Person's #2 and #3 lacked written evaluations that had been completed within the last 12 months.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 21, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. 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.
Staff Person #5 was observed to be supervising Staff Person #1 after realizing that Staff Person #1 lacked a completed NSOR Certificate. Staff Person #5 lacked 2500 hours to qualify them to be an Assistant Group Supervisor. The lack of experience did not qualify Staff Person #5 to supervise Staff Person #1.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 21, 2024
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.82(h) · A facility person and an able child shall wash his hands after toileting and before eating. A sign on which this requirement is written shall be posted at each toilet, training chair, diapering area and sink in the facility.
A hand washing sign was missing from the changing tables in the Toddler Ones / Twos Classroom.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 21, 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.
Two cracked bins causing potential pinch points were observed in the Preschool Classroom.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 21, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(e) · A written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency shall be displayed conspicuously in every child care space and shall accompany a staff person who leaves on an excursion with children.
The written plan for transporting a child to emergency care posted in the classrooms lacked staffing provisions in the event of an emergency.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 21, 2024
Category: transportation. 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.
The file for Staff Person #4 lacked 2 of their 12 hours of child care training during the assessed training year of November 2022 to November 2023.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 21, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.193(a) · Facility persons' records are confidential and shall be stored in a locked cabinet.
At the time of an unannounced inspection on 10.30.24, the key to the filing cabinet containing the staff files was observed to be in the lock. Staff Person #1 pulled the drawer, and it was observed to be unlocked.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 14, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. 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.
* Child #1, a preschool age child with special needs, was found unsupervised in the back parking lot after reportedly exiting the outdoor play space unbeknownst to Staff Person #1. The child was found alone by a therapist arriving to the facility. The therapist brought the child inside the facility at that time.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 11, 2024
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.51 · ** The required staff:child ratios must be maintained at all times. The legal entity will post the Staff:Child Ratio requirements in a conspicuous location in each classroom at the facility.
** Child #1, a preschool age child with special needs, was found unsupervised in the back parking lot after reportedly exiting the outdoor play space unbeknownst to Staff Person #1. The child was found alone by a therapist arriving to the facility. The therapist brought the child inside the facility at that time.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 30, 2024
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.113(a) · * 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.
* Child #1, a preschool age child with special needs, was found unsupervised in the back parking lot after exiting the play space unbeknownst to Staff Person #1. The child was found alone by a therapist arriving to the facility. The therapist brought the child inside the facility at that time.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 30, 2024
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.113(a) · ** The legal entity must arrange for all facility staff, including the director/owner, to complete the following online "Better Kid Care" Supervision trainings: "Supervision: What's Required?", "Supervision: Counting Children" and "Supervision: Playground Supervision". The required trainings may be counted toward the Staff Person's annual 12 hours of training.
** Child #1, a preschool age child with special needs, was found unsupervised in the back parking lot after reportedly exiting the outdoor play space unbeknownst to Staff Person #1. The child was found alone by a therapist arriving to the facility. The therapist brought the child inside the facility at that time.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 26, 2024
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.113(a) · *** Following the completion of the required Supervision trainings, Operator will establish a Supervision Policy for the facility. The Policy will be reviewed with all staff persons. Documentation of the policy review will be maintained in each staff person's file.
*** Child #1, a preschool age child with special needs, was found unsupervised in the back parking lot after reportedly exiting the outdoor play space unbeknownst to Staff Person #1. The child was found alone by a therapist arriving to the facility. The therapist brought the child inside the facility at that time.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 30, 2024
Category: supervision. 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.
* Child #1, a preschool age child with special needs, was found unsupervised in the back parking lot after reportedly exiting the outdoor play space unbeknownst to Staff Person #1. The child was found alone by a therapist arriving to the facility. The therapist brought the child inside the facility at that time.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 30, 2024
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.
Upon arrival to the facility, Staff Person #1 was observed in the Toddler/Preschool Classroom with Staff Person #3. The file for Staff Person #1 lacked a request for their State Police Clearance prior to starting at the facility (refer to LIS code sheet). A completed State Police Clearance was not obtained until 9.10.24.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 30, 2024
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).
At approximately 9:28am Staff Person #4 was observed in the Transitions Classroom with a mixed age group that they identified included 2 young toddler and 4 older toddlers. The staff:child ratio for a mixed age group including young toddler is 1:5.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 30, 2024
Category: ratio. 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.
The glass door in the transitions classroom leading to the front sidewalk was missing a visual strip or identification.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 30, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3) · An adult health assessment must include tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment. Subsequent tuberculosis screening is not required unless directed by a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department. A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.
The files for Staff Person #1 and #2 lacked a tuberculosis screening that had been completed within 12 months of starting at the facility. The tuberculosis screenings on file were completed in excess of 12 months prior to starting.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 30, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.152 · A facility person shall wash his hands before meals and snacks, and after toileting and after diapering a child.
Staff Person #4 was observed to diaper a child in the transitions classroom and did not wash their hands following the change. Following the change, the Staff Person was observed to place the child down on the floor, open a cabinet, throw something in the garbage can outside the restroom, and then walk towards the children's cubbies to look for something for a child in care.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 30, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.192(5) · A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
The file for Staff Person #1 lacked one of their two written, nonfamily references attesting to their suitability to provide child care.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 30, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. 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 emergency plan lacked accommodations for infants and toddlers.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 30, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.113(e) · A facility person may not restrain a child by using bonds, ties or straps to restrict a child's movement or by enclosing the child in a confined space, closet or locked room. The prohibition against restraining a child does not apply to the use of adaptive equipment prescribed for a child with special needs.
According to staff statements and documentation recorded by staff at the facility, staff have placed children in a pack 'n play or highchair that restrained the child's movement for up to 5-10 minutes at a time on multiple occasions when staff observed behavior concerns with a child.
Corrected Corrected by May 5, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.14/3270.21 · A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations. State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. Until such time as the required pre-service trainings are completed, staff person #1 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an AGS who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise staff person #1, staff person #1 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.
Staff person #1 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #1 has not completed the following pre-service trainings required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Pediatric first-aid/CPR training from a PQAS approved trainer and a PQAS approved curriculum, Health and Safety Training in the topics of 3270.31(f)(1-9).
Corrected Corrected by Apr 8, 2024
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.27(e) · The operator shall provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining the emergency procedures. The operator shall also provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining any subsequent update to the plan.
The operator's letter provided to the parent of each enrolled child explaining the emergency procedures lacked the accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 15, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(f) · Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10.
Staff person #1 and #3 completed the following required pre-service training on 8-25-23 that was over 90 days after their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Health and Safety Training in the topics of 3270.31(f)(1-9).
Corrected Corrected by Dec 18, 2023
Category: health medication. 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.
The file for staff person #4, functioning as an aide, lacked verification of training/experience to qualify as an aide.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 26, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.82(h) · A facility person and an able child shall wash his hands after toileting and before eating. A sign on which this requirement is written shall be posted at each toilet, training chair, diapering area and sink in the facility.
A handwashing sign was not posted at the sink in the infant room.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 28, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.111(b) · The written plan of daily activities shall be posted in the group space.
A daily activity schedule was not posted in the 1 year old room.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 18, 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 file for child #1 had a child service report that was dated over 6 months after the child's start date.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 18, 2023
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.
In the infant room, child #4, who was observed receiving care in the room, lacked an emergency contact form present in the room.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 18, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(b)(1)/3270.182(1) · The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddler. A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports.
The file for child #2, a young toddler, had a health assessment that exceeded 6 months between assessments.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 18, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(d)(7) · A health report shall include a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.
The file for child #3 had a health assessment that lacked a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 18, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(d)(8) · A health report shall include a statement that age-appropriate screenings recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics were conducted since the time of the previous health report required by this section.
The file for child #3 had a health assessment that lacked a statement that age-appropriate screenings recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics were conducted since the time of the previous health assessment.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 18, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.27(c) · The operator shall assure that each facility person receives training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment, on an annual basis and at the time of each plan update. The operator shall document the date of each training and the names of all facility persons who received the training and kept on file at the facility.
The file for staff person #3 lacked emergency plan training at the time of initial employment and requires current training. (See LIS CODE SHEET)
Corrected Corrected by Nov 21, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Staff Person #2 may not work at the facility.
The file for staff person #1, hired provisionally, had an NSOR verification certificate dated 8-16-22 that was after their start date and lacked verification of application for the NSOR verification certificate at their start date to be a provisional hire. (See LIS CODE SHEET) The file for staff person #2 lacked an FBI clearance and had a child abuse clearance dated 8-19-22 and an NSOR verification certificate dated 8-16-22 that were after their start date. (See LIS CODE SHEET) The file for staff person #3 had a state police clearance dated 10-10-22 and a child abuse clearance dated 11-7-22 that were after their start date. (See LIS CODE SHEET) The file for staff person #4 had an FBI clearance dated 11-2-22 and an NSOR verification certificate dated 11-1-22 that were after their start date. (See LIS CODE SHEET)
Corrected Corrected by Dec 21, 2022
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.
At approximately 9:50 a.m. on 11-18-22 in the 1 & 2 year old room, staff person #4 was observed supervising 7 older toddlers, resulting in staff person #4 being out of ratio.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 21, 2022
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.76 · Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards.
In the preschool room, there were 2 sharp pieces of metal protruding out from the right side of the doorframe that were a potential hazard. On 12-7-22 on the outdoor play space with a grass surface, the fence posts were observed to have wooden blocks attached to the bottom of the posts creating a potential tripping hazard and causing the fence posts to be unstable when the wooden blocks were stepped on or pushed down towards the ground.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 10, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.82(e) · Toilets and sinks shall be at proper heights for children using them or shall be easily approached by means of platforms or steps.
In the 1 and 2 year old room with 1 and 2 year olds that are walking and able to wash their hands, the sink in the room lacked a platform or steps and was unable to be reached by multiple children to wash their hands.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 18, 2022
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.
In the infant room, the exit door to the front of the building was partially blocked by a bouncer seat and a high chair.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 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.
In the 1 and 2 year old room, the pack 'n plays used by the children were not labeled with the child's name that used the rest equipment.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 18, 2022
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(b)/3270.182(8) · A parent shall receive the original agreement. The facility shall retain a copy of the agreement. A child's record shall contain a copy of the initial agreement and subsequent written agreements between the parent and the operator. The parent receives the original agreement.
The files for child #1, #2, #3, #4, #5, #6, and #7 contained the original agreement and a copy of the agreement was provided to the parent.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 21, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(d)(7) · A health report shall include a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.
The file for child #3 had a health assessment that lacked a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 21, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(d)(8) · A health report shall include a statement that age-appropriate screenings recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics were conducted since the time of the previous health report required by this section.
The file for child #3 had a health assessment that lacked a statement that age-appropriate screenings recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics were conducted since the time of the previous health assessment.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 21, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(e)(1)/3270.182(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. A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports.
The file for child #7, a 4 year old, had an immunization record that lacked verification of the Influenza vaccination being administered within the last calendar year in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP and lacked exemption documentation.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 21, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.134(a) · A staff person shall ensure that a child's hands are washed before meals and snacks, after toileting and after being diapered.
In the 1 and 2 year old room, 1 year olds were observed not immediately washing their hands after being diapered at the changing table. Staff were walking with the child through a locked gate to go to the bathroom at the end of the room to wash their hands after diapering.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 21, 2022
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.
In the 1 and 2 year old room, a staff person was observed changing a child's diaper and then discarding the diaper by opening the lid with their hand and not using the pedal to open the hands-free covered can to discard the diaper.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 21, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.151(a) · A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem.
The file for staff person #2 had an initial health assessment that was dated after their start date in a child care setting.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 21, 2022
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.151(c)(2) · An adult health assessment must include tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment. Subsequent tuberculosis screening is not required unless directed by a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department.
The file for staff person #2 had a tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method that was dated after initial employment at the facility.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 21, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.152 · A facility person shall wash his hands before meals and snacks, and after toileting and after diapering a child.
In the 1 and 2 year old room, staff were observed not immediately washing their hands after changing a 1 year old child's diaper at the changing table. Staff were walking with the child through a locked gate to go to the bathroom at the end of the room to wash their hands after changing the child's diaper.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 18, 2022
Category: health medication. 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.
The files for child #3 and #7 had an emergency contact form that lacked signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child and signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 21, 2022
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(a)/3270.182(1) · The operator shall require the parent of an enrolled child, including a child, a foster child and a relative of an operator or a facility person, to provide an initial health report no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility. A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports.
The files for child #1 and #4 had an initial health assessment that was dated over 60 days after the child's first day of attendance at the facility.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 21, 2022
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.
The emergency plan lacked the requirement for continuity of operations according to federal requirements at 45 CFR § 98.41(a)(1)(vii).
Corrected Corrected by Aug 11, 2022
Category: ratio. 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.
The file for staff person #1, functioning as the director, lacked verification of experience to qualify as the director.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 11, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.