3280.14/3280.20 · A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations. State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.

Facility's Emergency Plan does not address continuity of operations in the event of an emergency.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 26, 2025

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

3280.124(b)(2) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.

Emergency Contact Form for Child # 1 did not contain telephone number for child's physician.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 26, 2025

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.

3280.124(b)(3) · Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.

Emergency Contact Form for Children # 1, # 2 and # 3 did not contain parents work information.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 26, 2025

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3280.124(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.

Emergency contact form for Child # 1 did not contain address for release persons.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 26, 2025

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3280.26(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.

Facility's emergency plan does not contain accommodations for infants and toddlers.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 26, 2025

Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.

3280.14/3280.69(b) · 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. Safe drinking water shall be made available to children of all ages throughout the day.

Facility is a Group Home with a capacity of 12 children. The building also contains a second Group Home, owned by the same operator, with a capacity of 12 children. On 8/29/22, operator reports during inspection that between children and staff for both Group Homes more than 25 people are served daily on a regular basis. Facilities that serve more than 25 people per day must be a regulated Public Water System (PWS) and have a letter issued by the PA Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) verifying compliance with the Safe Water Drinking Act (SWDA). The operator had previously submitted an attestation to the PA Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) that the facility serves less than 25 people per day. On 11/17/22 Cert. Rep. confirmed with DEP that the operator is required to be a regulated PWS and that a field order was issued by DEP for violations and requiring "Do Not Drink" drinking water measures. On 11/21/23, it was determined the operator does not have proof from DEP indicating compliance with the SDWA as an approved PWS. An acceptable plan was received on 11/22/22 with a correction date of 5/23/23. On 5/24/23, the Cert Rep confirmed that the facility is still not in compliance with the SDWA. An acceptable plan was received on 5/30/23 with a correction date of 11/21/23. On 11/22/23, Cert. Rep. confirmed that the operator is not in compliance with the SDWA. An acceptable plan was received on 11/30/23 with a correction date of 5/23/24. On 5/23/24, Cert. Rep. confirmed that the operator is not in compliance with the SDWA. An acceptable plan was received on 5/28/24 with a correction date of 11/22/24. On 11/23/24, Cert. Rep. confirmed that the operator is not in compliance with the SDWA.

Corrected Corrected by Nov 23, 2024

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

3280.14/3280.69(b) · 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. Safe drinking water shall be made available to children of all ages throughout the day.

Facility is a Group Home with a capacity of 12 children. The building also contains a second Group Home, owned by the same operator, with a capacity of 12 children. On 8/29/22, operator reports during inspection that between children and staff for both Group Homes more than 25 people are served daily on a regular basis. Facilities that serve more than 25 people per day must be a regulated Public Water System (PWS) and have a letter issued by the PA Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) verifying compliance with the Safe Water Drinking Act (SWDA). The operator had previously submitted an attestation to the PA Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) that the facility serves less than 25 people per day. On 11/17/22 Cert. Rep. confirmed with DEP that the operator is required to be a regulated PWS and that a field order was issued by DEP for violations and requiring "Do Not Drink" drinking water measures. On 11/21/23, it was determined the operator does not have proof from DEP indicating compliance with the SDWA as an approved PWS. An acceptable plan was received on 11/22/22 with a correction date of 5/23/23. On 5/24/23, the Cert Rep confirmed that the facility is still not in compliance with the SDWA. An acceptable plan was received on 5/30/23 with a correction date of 11/21/23. On 11/22/23, Cert. Rep. confirmed that the operator is not in compliance with the SDWA. An acceptable plan was received on 11/30/23 with a correction date of 5/23/24. On 5/23/24, Cert. Rep. confirmed that the operator is not in compliance with the SDWA. An acceptable plan was received on 5/28/24 with a correction date of 11/22/24. On 11/23/24, Cert. Rep. confirmed that the operator is not in compliance with the SDWA.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 23, 2025

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

3280.32(a)/3280.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person # 1 and # 2may not work in a childcare position at the facility.

Files for Staff # 1 and # 2 were not in compliance with CPSL regulations. File for Staff # 1 contained a Department of Justice FBI clearance. File for Staff # 3 did not contain an FBI clearance and the mandated reporter training.

Corrected Corrected by Nov 15, 2024

Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.

3280.14/3280.69(b) · 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. Safe drinking water shall be made available to children of all ages throughout the day.

Facility is a Group Home with a capacity of 12 children. The building also contains a second Group Home, owned by the same operator, with a capacity of 12 children. On 8/29/22, operator reports during inspection that between children and staff for both Group Homes more than 25 people are served daily on a regular basis. Facilities that serve more than 25 people per day must be a regulated Public Water System (PWS) and have a letter issued by the PA Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) verifying compliance with the Safe Water Drinking Act (SWDA). The operator had previously submitted an attestation to the PA Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) that the facility serves less than 25 people per day. On 11/17/22 Cert. Rep. confirmed with DEP that the operator is required to be a regulated PWS and that a field order was issued by DEP for violations and requiring "Do Not Drink" drinking water measures. On 11/21/23, it was determined the operator does not have proof from DEP indicating compliance with the SDWA as an approved PWS. An acceptable plan was received on 11/22/22 with a correction date of 5/23/23. On 5/24/23, the Cert Rep confirmed that the facility is still not in compliance with the SDWA. An acceptable plan was received on 5/30/23 with a correction date of 11/21/23. On 11/22/23, Cert. Rep. confirmed that the operator is not in compliance with the SDWA. An acceptable plan was received on 11/30/23 with a correction date of 5/23/24. On 5/23/24, Cert. Rep. confirmed that the operator is not in compliance with the SDWA. An acceptable plan was received on 5/28/24 with a correction date of 11/22/24.

Corrected Corrected by Nov 22, 2024

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

3280.14/3280.69(b) · 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. Safe drinking water shall be made available to children of all ages throughout the day.

Facility is a Group Home with a capacity of 12 children. The building also contains a second Group Home, owned by the same operator, with a capacity of 12 children. On 8/29/22, operator reports during inspection that between children and staff for both Group Homes more than 25 people are served daily on a regular basis. Facilities that serve more than 25 people per day must be a regulated Public Water System (PWS) and have a letter issued by the PA Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) verifying compliance with the Safe Water Drinking Act (SWDA). The operator had previously submitted an attestation to the PA Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) that the facility serves less than 25 people per day. On 11/17/22 Cert. Rep. confirmed with DEP that the operator is required to be a regulated PWS and that a field order was issued by DEP for violations and requiring "Do Not Drink" drinking water measures. On 11/21/23, it was determined the operator does not have proof from DEP indicating compliance with the SDWA as an approved PWS. An acceptable plan was received on 11/22/22 with a correction date of 5/23/23. On 5/24/23, the Cert Rep confirmed that the facility is still not in compliance with the SDWA. An acceptable plan was received on 5/30/23 with a correction date of 11/21/23. On 11/22/23, Cert. Rep. confirmed that the operator is not in compliance with the SDWA. An acceptable plan was received on 11/30/23 with a correction date of 5/23/24. On 5/23/24, Cert. Rep. confirmed that the operator is not in compliance with the SDWA. An acceptable plan was received on 5/28/24 with a correction date of 11/22/24.

Corrected Corrected by May 23, 2024

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

3280.124(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.

Emergency Contact Form for Child # 1 did not contain health insurance policy number.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 22, 2024

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.

3280.124(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.

Emergency Contact Form for Child # 2 did not contain address for release persons.

Corrected Corrected by Apr 24, 2024

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3280.14/3280.69(b) · 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. Safe drinking water shall be made available to children of all ages throughout the day. Operator must comply with The Department of Environmental Protection field order regarding the "do not drink" drinking water warning and supplying an alternate source of water for consumption.

Facility is a Group Home with a capacity of 12 children. The building also contains a second Group Home, owned by the same operator, with a capacity of 12 children. On 8/29/22, operator reports during inspection that between children and staff for both Group Homes more than 25 people are served daily on a regular basis. Facilities that serve more than 25 people per day must be a regulated Public Water System (PWS) and have a letter issued by the PA Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) verifying compliance with the Safe Water Drinking Act (SWDA). The operator had previously submitted an attestation to the PA Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) that the facility serves less than 25 people per day. On 11/17/22 Cert. Rep. confirmed with PA DEP that the operator is required to be a regulated PWS and that a field order was issued by DEP for violations and requiring "Do Not Drink" drinking water measures. An acceptable plan was received with a correction date of 5/22/24. As of 11/22/23, the operator does not have proof from DEP indicating compliance with the SDWA as an approved PWS.

Corrected Corrected by May 22, 2024

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

3280.14/3280.69(b) · 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. Safe drinking water shall be made available to children of all ages throughout the day. Operator must comply with The Department of Environmental Protection field order regarding the "do not drink" drinking water warning and supplying an alternate source of water for consumption.

Facility is a Group Home with a capacity of 12 children. The building also contains a second Group Home, owned by the same operator, with a capacity of 12 children. On 8/29/22, operator reports during inspection that between children and staff for both Group Homes more than 25 people are served daily on a regular basis. Facilities that serve more than 25 people per day must be a regulated Public Water System (PWS) and have a letter issued by the PA Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) verifying compliance with the Safe Water Drinking Act (SWDA). The operator had previously submitted an attestation to the PA Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) that the facility serves less than 25 people per day. On 11/17/22 Cert. Rep. confirmed with PA DEP that the operator is required to be a regulated PWS and that a field order was issued by DEP for violations and requiring "Do Not Drink" drinking water measures. An acceptable plan was received with a correction date of 5/22/24. As of 11/22/23, the operator does not have proof from DEP indicating compliance with the SDWA as an approved PWS.

Corrected Corrected by Nov 22, 2023

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

3280.14/3280.69(b) · 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. Safe drinking water shall be made available to children of all ages throughout the day.

Facility is a Group Home with a capacity of 12 children. The building also contains a second Group Home, owned by the same operator, with a capacity of 12 children. On 8/29/22, operator reports during inspection that between children and staff for both Group Homes more than 25 people are served daily on a regular basis. Facilities that serve more than 25 people per day must be a regulated Public Water System (PWS) and have a letter issued by the PA Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) verifying compliance with the Safe Water Drinking Act (SWDA). The operator had previously submitted an attestation to the PA Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) that the facility serves less than 25 people per day. On 11/17/22 Cert. Rep. confirmed with PA DEP that the operator is required to be a regulated PWS and that a field order was issued by DEP for violations and requiring "Do Not Drink" drinking water measures. An acceptable plan was received with a correction date of 5/23/23. As of 5/23/23, the operator does not have proof from DEP indicating compliance with the SDWA as an approved PWS.

Corrected Corrected by Nov 21, 2023

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

3280.14/3280.69(b) · 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. Safe drinking water shall be made available to children of all ages throughout the day. Operator must comply with The Department of Environmental Protection field order regarding the "do not drink" drinking water warning and supplying an alternate source of water for consumption.

Facility is a Group Home with a capacity of 12 children. The building also contains a second Group Home, owned by the same operator, with a capacity of 12 children. On 8/29/22, operator reports during inspection that between children and staff for both Group Homes more than 25 people are served daily on a regular basis. Facilities that serve more than 25 people per day must be a regulated Public Water System (PWS) and have a letter issued by the PA Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) verifying compliance with the Safe Water Drinking Act (SWDA). The operator had previously submitted an attestation to the PA Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) that the facility serves less than 25 people per day. On 11/17/22 Cert. Rep. confirmed with PA DEP that the operator is required to be a regulated PWS and that a field order was issued by DEP for violations and requiring "Do Not Drink" drinking water measures. An acceptable plan was received with a correction date of 5/23/23. As of 5/23/23, the operator does not have proof from DEP indicating compliance with the SDWA as an approved PWS.

Corrected Corrected by May 24, 2023

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

3280.31(f) · Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10. Staff persons #1, # 2, # 3 and # 4 shall complete the required one-hour 2022 update to the health and safety training by 3/17/23.

Staff persons #1, # 2, # 3 and # 4 did not complete the required one-hour 2022 update to the health and safety training by 12/30/2022.

Corrected Corrected by Mar 17, 2023

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.

3280.14/3280.69(b) · 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. Safe drinking water shall be made available to children of all ages throughout the day.

Facility is a Group Home with a capacity of 12 children. The building also contains a second Group Home, owned by the same operator, with a capacity of 12 children. On 8/29/22, operator reports during inspection that between children and staff for both Group Homes more than 25 people are served daily on a regular basis. Facilities that serve more than 25 people per day must be a regulated Public Water System (PWS) and have a letter issued by the PA Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) verifying compliance with the Safe Water Drinking Act (SWDA). The operator had previously submitted an attestation to the PA Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) that the facility serves less than 25 people per day. On 11/17/22 Cert. Rep. confirmed with PA DEP that the operator is required to be a regulated PWS and that a field order was issued by DEP for violations and requiring "Do Not Drink" drinking water measures. An acceptable plan was received with a correction date of 5/23/23. As of 5/23/23, the operator does not have proof from DEP indicating compliance with the SDWA as an approved PWS.

Corrected Corrected by May 23, 2023

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

3280.14/3280.69(b) · 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. Safe drinking water shall be made available to children of all ages throughout the day. Operator must comply with The Department of Environmental Protection field order regarding the "do not drink" drinking water warning and supplying an alternate source of water for consumption.

Facility is a Group Home with a capacity of 12 children. The building also contains a second Group Home, owned by the same operator, with a capacity of 12 children. On 8/29/22, operator reports during inspection that between children and staff for both Group Homes more than 25 people are served daily on a regular basis. Facilities that serve more than 25 people per day must be a regulated Public Water System (PWS) and have a letter issued by the PA Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) verifying compliance with the Safe Water Drinking Act (SWDA). The operator had previously submitted an attestation to the PA Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) that the facility serves less than 25 people per day. On 11/17/22 Cert. Rep. confirmed with PA DEP that the operator is required to be a regulated PWS and that a field order was issued by DEP for violations and requiring "Do Not Drink" drinking water measures.

Corrected Corrected by Nov 17, 2022

Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.

3280.124(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.

Emergency Contact Form for Child # 1 did not contain health insurance name and policy number.

Corrected Corrected by Sep 16, 2022

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.

3280.192(2)(ii) · A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.

File for Staff person # 1 did not contain verification of education.

Corrected Corrected by Sep 16, 2022

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3280.32(a)/3280.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. The Child Protective Services Law (CPSL) was revised to include the requirement for the National Sex Offender Registry (NSOR) verification certificate effective 9/30/2019, requiring anyone hired after 9/30/19 to have the NSOR verification certificate to work in child care. The CPSL revision also includes the removal of the provisional hire period as of 12/31/2019. Effective December 31, 2019, the 90-day provisional hire period was obsolete and has been replaced by a 45-day provisional hire period. The new 45-day provisional hire period is only permitted once the certified child care facility applies for a provisional hire waiver and it is granted by OCDEL. Facility Person #1 may not work in a child care position at the facility until an FBI Clearance completed through DHS is on file at the facility. Facility Person #2 may not work in a child care position at the facility until an FBI Clearance completed through DHS and a completed NSOR certificate are on file at the facility.

A renewal inspection was conducted on 9/7/21. At that time, the file for Facility Person #1, date of hire 4/6/21, was reviewed. The file contained documentation that Facility Person #1 had applied for an FBI Clearance dated 3/12/21. The file did not contain a completed FBI Clearance. The provisional hire date for Facility Person #1 ended 5/21/21. The file for Facility Person #2, date of hire 4/22/21, was reviewed. The file contained an FBI Clearance for retail services, not through DHS. The file also contained applications for the NSOR certificate dated 4/23/21 and 8/24/21. The file did not contain the completed NSOR certificate. The provisional hire date for Facility Person #2 ended 6/4/21.

Corrected Corrected by Sep 7, 2021

Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.

3280.95(a)/3280.95(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 primary staff person or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements in subsection (a) are met.

A renewal inspection was conducted on 9/7/21. At that time, the facility did not have proof of purchase for their fire detection system.

Corrected Corrected by Sep 7, 2021

Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.

3280.31(f)/3280.31(h) · Staff persons shall complete professional development in the following topics within 90 days of hire. All staff persons shall complete the professional development under subsection(f).

A renewal inspection was conducted on 9/7/21. At that time, the file for Facility Person #2, date of hire 4/22/21, did not contain documentation of the completed health and safety training. Facility Person #2 needed to have this training on file by 7/21/22, 90 days after the date of hire.

Corrected Corrected by Sep 7, 2021

Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.