Elizabeth Waters

3290.32(a)/3290.192(3) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #1 --- may not work in a childcare position at the facility.

During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 1 staff file and the files for staff #1 did not include a mandated reporter or an updated PA State Police clearance (11/15/20).

Corrected by May 22, 2026

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3290.32(a)/3290.192(3) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #1 may not work in a child care position at the facility until the mandated reporter training has been completed and submitted. Obtain and submit a copy of the completed/updated mandated reporter training for the identified staff persons. Ensure that the mandated reporter training is completed within 90 days of hire and updated within 60 months specified in the CPSL.

The facility was not in compliance with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services): One facility person's record did not contain the required CPSL hiring documents. (#1- mandated reporter training more than 60 months old)

Corrected by Jun 4, 2025

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3290.123(a)(3) · An agreement shall specify 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 at § 3290.124(e). Complete and submit a current up-to-date child service report for the indicated child. Ensure that child service reports are completed for all children as specified in this regulation.

One child's records did not contain a child service report that had been completed within the past 6 months. (child #1)

Corrected by Jul 4, 2025

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3290.124(e)/3290.181(c) · The parent shall update in writing emergency contact information once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information. A parent is required to review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information. Obtain and submit a written copy of the current up-to date emergency contact and financial agreement information for the identified children. Ensure that children's emergency contact and financial agreement information is updated at least every 6 months or as soon as the information changes.

One child's record did not contain emergency contact and financial agreement information that had been updated within the past 6-months. (child #1)

Corrected by Jul 4, 2025

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3290.24(f) · The operator shall provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining the emergency procedures described in subsection (a). The operator shall also provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining any subsequent update to the plan. Revise the letter given to parents to ensure that it explains the emergency procedures/ and updates to the plan as required in 3270.27 subsection a., specifically the emergency procedure for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions. Submit a copy of the revised letter.

The letter given to parents regarding the emergency plan did not explain the emergency procedure for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions as required in 3270.27 subsection a.

Corrected by Jul 4, 2025

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3290.123(a) · An agreement shall be signed by the operator and the parent. Obtain and submit a signed agreement for the indicated child that includes both the operator and parent's signature as specified. Ensure that all agreements are signed by the operator and parent as required.

One child's agreement/agreements were not signed by the operator.

Corrected by Jun 18, 2024

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3290.31(f) · A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training. Obtain and submit written verification of annual minimum 12 hours of child care training.

Operator's record did not contain written verification of annual minimum 12 hours of child care training.

Corrected by Jun 3, 2024

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3290.18 · Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. Develop and submit a copy of the facility's written policies on shaken baby, abusive head trauma, and child maltreatment.

The facility lacked written policies on shaken baby, abusive head trauma, and child maltreatment.

Corrected by Jun 3, 2024

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3290.24(g) · 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. Submit written documentation of delivery.

There was no documentation indicating that the operator sent a copy of the emergency plan and subsequent plan updates to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency. Send a copy of the emergency plan to the appropriate authorities as specified in this regulation.

Corrected by Jun 3, 2024

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3290.24(f) · The operator shall provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining the emergency procedures described in subsection (a). The operator shall also provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining any subsequent update to the plan. Provide and submit a copy of the parent letter as specified. Ensure that the parent of each enrolled child is provided a letter explaining the emergency procedures or any subsequent update to the plan.

The operator did not submit written verification of the letter provided to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining the emergency procedures or any subsequent update to the plan.

Corrected by Jun 3, 2024

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3290.31(a)(2) · Have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and submit proof to the appropriate regional office of the Department no later than the submission of the second renewal application.

The operator's record did not contain written verification of a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate.

Corrected by Jun 3, 2024

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3290.18 · Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. Develop and submit a copy of the facility's written policies on shaken baby, abusive head trauma, and child maltreatment.

The facility lacked written policies on shaken baby, abusive head trauma, and child maltreatment.

Corrected by Mar 1, 2024

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3290.24(g) · 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. Submit written documentation of delivery.

There was no documentation indicating that the operator sent a copy of the emergency plan and subsequent plan updates to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency. Send a copy of the emergency plan to the appropriate authorities as specified in this regulation.

Corrected by Mar 1, 2024

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3290.95(a)/3290.95(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 operator or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements in § 3290.95(a) are met. Provider must install interconnected smoke detectors and ensure that they are in compliance with Act 62.

On 2/1/24, it was observed that the facility lacked an interconnected system of smoke detectors in accordance with Act 62.

Corrected by Mar 1, 2024

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3290.24(f) · The operator shall provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining the emergency procedures described in subsection (a). The operator shall also provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining any subsequent update to the plan. Provide and submit a copy of the parent letter as specified. Ensure that the parent of each enrolled child is provided a letter explaining the emergency procedures or any subsequent update to the plan.

The operator did not submit written verification of the letter provided to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining the emergency procedures or any subsequent update to the plan.

Corrected by Mar 1, 2024

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3290.31(a)(2) · Have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and submit proof to the appropriate regional office of the Department no later than the submission of the second renewal application. Submit written verification of a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate.

The operator's record did not contain written verification of a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate.

Corrected by Mar 1, 2024

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3290.31(f) · A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training. Obtain and submit written verification of annual minimum 12 hours of child care training.

Operator's record did not contain written verification of annual minimum 12 hours of child care training.

Corrected by Feb 1, 2024

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3290.192(3) · 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 #--- may not work in a child care position at the facility.

During renewal inspection, cert rep observed missing documentation of the disclosure statement in the file of Staff 1.

Corrected by Dec 2, 2022

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3290.24(a)(5) · The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations of infants and toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.

During renewal inspection, cert rep observed missing language from the emergency plan concerning accommodations of infants, toddlers, children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions.

Corrected by Dec 2, 2022

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3290.24(b) · The operator shall review the emergency plan at least annually and update the plan as needed. Each review and update of the emergency plan shall be documented in writing and kept on file at the facility.

During renewal inspection, cert rep observed outdated documentation of emergency plan review and training.

Corrected by Dec 2, 2022

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