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880 Jacksonville Rd Ste 105, Warminster PA 18974 · License #CER-00242746 · Center · Child Care Center
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3270.52/3270.113(a)(1) · When children are grouped in mixed age levels, the age of the youngest child in the group determines the staff: child ratio and maximum group size in accordance with the requirements in § 3270.51 (relating to similar age level). The required staff: child ratios must be maintained at all times. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises.
Observed 6/16/2026 in the Pre-K Classroom Staff #1and 2 had a total of 16 children in their childcare space, staff # 1 identified 7 children, and staff #2 identified 8 children leaving 1 child unassigned.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 24, 2026
Category: ratio. 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.
Observed 6/16/2026 the facility did not have documentation that the fire system was being tested every 30 days.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 24, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
Disposition: Compliant - Finalized
Disposition: Compliant - Finalized
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3270.52/3270.113(a)(1) · When children are grouped in mixed age levels, the age of the youngest child in the group determines the staff: child ratio and maximum group size in accordance with the requirements in § 3270.51 (relating to similar age level). The required staff: child ratios must be maintained at all times. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises.
Observed 5/26/2026 in the Two's Classroom Staff #1and 2 had a total of 11 children in their childcare space, staff # 1 identified 5 children, and staff #2 identified 4 children leaving 2 children unassigned.
Corrected Corrected by May 29, 2026
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.31(f)(10) · Competence is the completion of training by a professional in the field of first-aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). All staff persons shall renew their certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on or before the expiration of the most current certification. Staff persons shall complete professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire.
Observed 7/7/2025. Staff #1 file did not contain the required Pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) training.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 17, 2025
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.52/3270.113(a)(1) · 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). Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises.
Observed 7/7/2025 in School Age Classroom Staff # 1, 2, and 3 had 17 children in their childcare space, staff # 1 identified 5 children, staff #2 identified 6 children and staff # 3 identified 5 children leaving 1 child unassigned Observed in Pre-K (A) Classroom Staff # 4, 5, and 6 had 11 children in their childcare space, staff # 4 identified6 children, staff #5 identified 3 children and staff #6 identified 0 children leaving 2 children unassigned.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 9, 2025
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.75(c) · A first-aid kit must contain the following: soap, an assortment of adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, tweezers, tape, scissors and disposable, nonporous gloves.
Observed 7/7/2025 Two's classroom was missing items from their first aid kit. Two's classroom was missing tweezers from their first aid kit.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 7, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.76 · Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards.
Observed 7/7/2025 in City Place playroom the wall near the window that cover the mechanical vents, the tape was dislodged from the wall where children hands and objects could easily enter making it not free from visible hazard or good repair.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 18, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.107 · A facility shall have an operable, clean refrigerator used to store potentially hazardous foods. The refrigerator shall be capable of maintaining food at 45° F or below. An operating thermometer shall be placed in the refrigerator.
Observed on 7/7/2025 in Infant A classroom the refrigerator thermometer was over 50° F. The refrigerator shall be capable of maintaining food at 45° F or below
Corrected Corrected by Jul 17, 2025
Category: nutrition. 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. Children must be supervised at all times.
Observed 7/7/2025 Staff #5 and 6 was observed with their backs turned during nap time from their care to attend the bathroom where staff #2 was unable to hear, see or access children's whereabouts.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 9, 2025
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.121(a) · The operator shall review with the parent, at the time of application, the facility's general daily schedule, hours for which care is provided, fees, responsibilities for meals, clothing, health policies, supervision policies, night care policies, dismissal policies, transportation and pick-up arrangements.
Observed 7/7/2025 Child #7 did not contain an agreement form in their file.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 21, 2025
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(a)(5) · An agreement shall specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
Observed 7/7/2025 child # 3 & 6 agreement form did not specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released to.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 9, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(a)(6) · An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission.
Observed 7/7/2025 child #3 agreement form did not specify the date of the child's admission.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 9, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(6) · Emergency contact information must include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.
Observed 7/7/2025 child #3 file did not include the health insurance coverage policy number on the emergency contact form.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 8, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(7) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Observed 7/7/2025 child # 3,4 ,5 and 6 file were missing the addresses of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released to on the emergency contact form.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 8, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) · The parent shall update in writing emergency contact information once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information. A parent is required to review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information.
Observed 7/7/2025 Child # 1,2, and 4 files were missing a periodic review of their emergency contact and agreement forms.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 15, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(b)(2) · The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child.
Observed 7/7/2025 children files #2 did not contain an updated health report on file. Child # 2 last physical was 6/30/2023.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 25, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(d)(5) · A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP.
Observed 7/7/2025 child #5 file did not include a copy of child's immunization records.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 21, 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.
Observed 7/7/2025 Staff #7 was completing a diaper change and after completing the diaper change staff #7 did not handwash child's hands after being diapered.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 9, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.94(a)(4)/3270.94(a)(5) · The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that the hypothetical locations of the fire are rotated around the facility for each drill such that the hypothetical location is never the same for consecutive drills. The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that evacuation routes are posted in a conspicuous location on each floor of the facility.
Observed 7/7/2025 the fire detection device was not tested every 30 days; the facility shall have the alarm tested at least annually by a fire safety professional. The facility shall maintain, with the facility's fire drill logs, written documentation of the test results. The current annually fire drill log on file during the inspection was lasted conducted by a fire safety professional of April of 2024.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 18, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(e) · A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.
Observed 7/7/2025 Staff #1 and 4 files did not contain their annual 12 hours of childcare training.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 18, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(a)/3270.182(1) · The operator shall require the parent of an enrolled child, including a child, a foster child and a relative of an operator or a facility person, to provide an initial health report no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility. A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports.
Observed 7/7/2025 children #4, 6 and 7 did not contain health reports in their files.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 25, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.65 · Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.
Observed 10/24/2024 Preschool 1 classroom were missing protective receptacle covers making it accessible to children.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 25, 2024
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.
Observed 10/24/2024 staff #1 did not complete the one-hour health and safety training course update for staff members hired or have taken the health and safety course prior to 10/4/2022.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 29, 2024
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.76/3270.82(g) · 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. Toilet areas and fixtures shall be cleaned daily and be in good repair.
Observed 10/24/2024 in City Place Bathroom there were sleeping cots, unboxed packages, brooms, dustpans and mops observed not making the bathroom free from hazard and operable for children to use. In the Preschool II bathroom under the sink the silver cap that attached to the pipe was detached and making it accessible to children.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 25, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.94(a)(1)/3270.94(a)(9) · The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that fire drills are conducted at least once every 60 days. The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that a written record is maintained on file at the facility indicating the specific time of day of the drill, the hypothetical location of the fire, the evacuation time, and the names of the facility persons and the number of children who participate in the fire drill.
Observed 10/24/2024, Fire drills were not conducted since May of 2024, and there was not a written record of the fire drills conducted on file.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 25, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.31(f)(10) · Competence is the completion of training by a professional in the field of first-aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). All staff persons shall renew their certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on or before the expiration of the most current certification. Staff persons shall complete professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire. Staff person(s) shall complete professional development in the topics of 3270.31(f)(1 -- 10), 3280.31(f) (1-10), or 3290.31(g) (1-10) within 90 days of hire. Staff person #2,3 and 7 will have until _____ (actual date- 15 days from POC requested date) to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #2,3,4 and 7 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an (AGS, primary staff person, or family childcare home staff person) who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff available to supervise staff person #2,3 and 7 staff persons #2, 3,4 and 7 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.
Observed 6/18/2024 Staff person #-2,3,4 and 7 has not completed the following required pre-service Pediatric CPR and First Aid training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet):
Corrected Corrected by Jun 28, 2024
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(a)(4) · The initial health report for a school-age child must be dated in accordance with the requirements for medical examinations for school attendance in 28 Pa. Code § 23.2 (relating to medical examinations).
Observed 6/18/2024 child #3 file did not contain an initial health report.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 28, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(f)/3270.31(g) · Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10. Completion of professional development shall be documented by the signature and title of a representative of the professional development entity and include the date professional development was completed. Documentation shall be retained in the facility person's file or maintained in an electronic system as designated by the Department. Documentation of the completion of the professional development under subsection (f) taken from September 30, 2016, forward satisfies this requirement. Staff person(s) shall complete professional development in the topics of 3270.31(f)(1 -- 10), 3280.31(f)(1-10), or 3290.31(g)(1-10) within 90 days of hire. Staff person #-1,3 and 7 will have until _____ (actual date- 15 days from POC requested date) to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #1,3 and 7 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by a (AGS, primary staff person, or family child care home staff person) who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff available to supervise staff person #1,3 and 7, staff person #1,3 and 7 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.
Observed 6/18/2024 Staff person #1,3 and 7 has not completed the following required pre-service Health and Safety training within 90 days of their date of hire.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 28, 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). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # 1,2,4,5,6 and 7 may not work in a child care position at the facility. A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #1,2,4,5,6 and 7 may not work in a child care position at the facility.
Observed 6/18/2024 The file for staff # 1 did not contain out of state clearances from New Jersey. Staff #2, 4 and 7 files did not contain completed DHS required Child Abuse (Staff #2), and NSOR (Staff# 4 and 7) clearance. The requirement to have the completed DHS required clearances on file was not met. Staff #4 has not completed the mandated reporter training within 90 days of their date of hire. (See LIS Code Sheet). Staff # 5 and 6 has not completed their Child Abuse clearance within the last 60 months. This is evidenced by the previously documented mandated reporter training on file being dated (11-15-2018 Staff #5) and (5-9-2019 Staff #6).
Corrected Corrected by Jun 28, 2024
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(6) · Emergency contact information must include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.
Observed 6/18/2024 child #1,2,3 and 5 health insurance coverage and policy number were missing from the emergency contact form.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 28, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(7) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Observed 6/18/2024 child file # 2, and 4 emergency contact forms were missing the addresses of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released to.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 28, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) · The parent shall update in writing emergency contact information once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information. A parent is required to review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information.
Observed 6/18/2024 Child # 1,3 & 5 files were missing a periodic review and update on their emergency contact and agreement forms.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 28, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(a)(3) · The initial health report for an older toddler or preschool child shall be dated no more than 1 year prior to the first day of attendance at the facility.
Observed 6/17/2024 child #1 and 6 file did not contain an initial health report.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 28, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(b)(2) · The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child.
Observed 6/18/2024 child #2 was missing an updated health report on file, the current health report on file dated 7/29/2022.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 26, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.151(a) · A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem.
Observed 6/18/2024 staff # 4 file did not contain a health assessment.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 28, 2024
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.151(c)(3) · An adult health assessment must include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination.
Observed 6/18/2024 staff #1 health assessment on file did not contain an examination for communicable diseases and the result of the examination.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 28, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.192(2)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iv) · A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility. A facility person's record shall include acceptable verification of experience, education or training is a transcript or a diploma or a letter signed by a representative of the experiential, educational or training entity.
Observed 6/18/2024 staff #4 file did not contain verification of acceptable education or a transcript and/or diploma or a letter signed by a representative of the experiential, educational or training entity.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 28, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.35(b) · A group supervisor shall have attained one of the qualification levels specified at §3270.35(b)(1)-(4).
Observed 6/20/2023 staff persons #1 & 4 does not attain the educational qualifications to be qualified as a group supervisor.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 14, 2023
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(b)(2) · The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child.
Observed 6/20/2023 children files #2 and 5 did not contain an updated health report on file. Child # 2 last physical was 5/8/2020, Child #5 last physical was 3/2022.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 13, 2023
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.
Observed 6/20/2023 staff #3, 5 and 9 did not complete the one-hour health and safety training course update for staff members hired prior to 10/4/2022.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 11, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #2 and 5 may not work in a child care position at the facility.
Observed 6/20/2023. Staff person #5 has not completed mandated reporter training within the last 60 months. This is evidenced by the previously documented mandated reporter training on file being dated 3-12-2017. The file of staff person #2 does not contain a completed criminal history record.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 11, 2023
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.113(a)(1) · Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises.
Observed 6/20/2023 Staff #1 and 2 could not identify the children assigned to them, there was 10 children in the classroom.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 11, 2023
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(a)(6) · An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission.
Observed 6/20/2023 child files # 4, 6, 7, and 8 were missing child's admission date from the agreement forms.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 11, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(6) · Emergency contact information must include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.
Observed 6/20/2023 children #4 and 9 file did not contain medical health insurance coverage and policy numbers on the emergency contact form.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 13, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(7) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Observed 6/20/2023 child file # 1 and 7 emergency contact form were missing the addresses of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 13, 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.
Observed 6/20/2023 childcare space Preschool 1 and Toddler A did not contain the emergency contacts for the children receiving care in each space.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 10, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) · The parent shall update in writing emergency contact information once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information. A parent is required to review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information.
Observed 6/20/2023 child file # 2, 3, and 9 were missing their 6 month periodic review of the agreement and emergency contact forms.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 13, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(d)(5) · A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP.
Observed 4/21/2023 child files #8 did not include a health report of child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 13, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.151(a) · A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem.
Observed 6/20/2023 staff# 6,7,and 8 was missing a health assessment in their file. A health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a childcare setting and every 24 months thereafter.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 25, 2023
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.192(5) · A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
Observed 6/20/2023 staff #4,7,8 file did not contain two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 13, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(a) · The operator shall require the parent of an enrolled child, including a child, a foster child and a relative of an operator or a facility person, to provide an initial health report no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility.
Observed 6/20/2023 child files # 1, 4 and 8 did not contain an initial health report for each child who have attended and been enrolled for over 60 days.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 13, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.21/3270.95(a) · Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)).
During the renewal inspection on 6/23/22, it was observed that the fire detection system was not inspected within the last year-last inspection submitted dated 4/14/21
Corrected Corrected by Jul 12, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.76 · Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards.
During the renewal inspection on 6/23/22, it was observed that the ceiling tiles in City Place were water stained
Corrected Corrected by Jun 24, 2022
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.82(i) · A toilet area, training chair area, diapering area and sink area shall be equipped with a clean, lidded waste receptacle.
During the renewal inspection on 6/23/22. it was observed that the trashcans in the bathroom had no cover
Corrected Corrected by Jun 24, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(f)(10) · Staff persons shall complete professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire.
During the renewal inspection on 6/23/22, it was observed that staff person #1 received pediatric first aid/CPR training in an unapproved curriculum-provider submitted training from the online National CPR foundation.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 20, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.51 · When children are grouped in similar age levels, the following maximum child group sizes and ratios of staff persons apply: Infants 1:4 with a maximum group size of 8; Young toddlers 1:5 with a maximum group size of 10; Older toddlers 1:6 with a maximum group size of 12; Preschool children 1:10 with a maximum group size of 20; Young school-age children 1:12 with a maximum group size of 24; Older school-age children 1:15 with a maximum group size of 30. The required staff: child ratios must be maintained at all times.
During the unannounced inspection on 10/18/21, it was observed that in the infant room there was one staff with 5 infants.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 1, 2021
Category: ratio. 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.
It was observed that a facility person used physical force to restrain a child on a cot.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 5, 2021
Category: recordkeeping. 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. Children must be supervised at all times. The legal entity must arrange for all facility staff to receive a minimum of two hours of training regarding supervision of children. The legal entity must receive DHS approval of the training content prior to scheduling the training.
A child was left unsupervised in the Pre-school room 1when the group went to another room in the building to watch a movie-Staff did not follow the facility's movement protocol
Corrected Corrected by Aug 31, 2021
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.
A child was left alone in Preschool room 1 when the group moved to the movie room and facility persons were not aware that the child was not in the group in the movie room
Corrected Corrected by Jul 12, 2021
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). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # 1-- may not work in a child care position at the facility. A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL.
During the renewal inspection on 7/8/21, it was observed that the records of facility person #1 hire date 10/19/20 did not include the FBI clearance as required by the CPSL-FBI letter dated 10/14/20 presented
Corrected Corrected by Jul 26, 2021
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.36(b)(1)/3270.192(2)(iv) · An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 30 credit hours from an accredited college or university in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education or the human services field.A facility person's record shall include acceptable verification of experience, education or training is a transcript or a diploma or a letter signed by a representative of the experiential, educational or training entity.
During the renewal on 7/8/21, it was observed that the records of facility #1 hired 10/19/21did not include verification of education for an AGS.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 26, 2021
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.77(a) · Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.
During the renewal inspection on 7/8/21, it was observed that there was peeling paint in the bathroom of Pre-School 1 and near the beams in same room
Corrected Corrected by Jul 26, 2021
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.82(h) · A facility person and an able child shall wash his hands after toileting and before eating. A sign on which this requirement is written shall be posted at each toilet, training chair, diapering area and sink in the facility.
During the renewal inspection on 7/8/21, it was observed that there were no handwashing sign depicting an able child shall wash his hands after toileting and before eating in the Toddler room bathroom
Corrected Corrected by Jul 26, 2021
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(g) · Completion of professional development shall be documented by the signature and title of a representative of the professional development entity and include the date professional development was completed. Documentation shall be retained in the facility person's file or maintained in an electronic system as designated by the Department. Documentation of the completion of the professional development under subsection (f) taken from September 30, 2016, forward satisfies this requirement.
During the renewal inspection on 7/8/21, it was observed that the records of facility person #1 hired 10/19/20 did not include documentation of the completion of the professional development under subsection (f) taken from September 30, 2016-Health & Safety training.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 26, 2021
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.