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350 Northgate Dr, Warrendale PA 16066 · License #CER-00245468 · 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.
According to staff statements and a review of video camera footage, on 4/8/26 at approximately 11:25 AM in the Infant Room, Facility Person #1 lifted up Child #1 from the floor approximately 1-2 feet by one arm, lightly supporting the child's torso with their other hand. Facility Person #1 then shifted the child to holding them appropriately, under the child's arm and across their chest. The child suffered an injury that was determined to have been most likely caused by the staff person lifting the child by their arm.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 26, 2026
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.166(5) · An infant 6 months of age or younger shall be held while being bottle fed.
Child #1, age 5 months, was observed lying on a boppy pillow in the infant room feeding from a propped bottle, not held by a staff person.
Corrected Corrected by May 8, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
Disposition: Compliant - Finalized
Disposition: Compliant - Finalized
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3270.113(a)(1) · Tier 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. This portion of the plan shall have an immediate correction date. Tier 2) The Legal Entity will develop a policy to ensure proper supervision of children who receive care by substitute staff and/or floating staff persons. The supervision policy will include the following regulations: 3290.4 (definition of supervision), 3290.113 (Supervision of children) and 3270.113(a)(1) (whereabouts and naming of children). Once the policy has been created, it will be submitted to the regional office for review. Once reviewed by the regional office, current staff will read and sign an acknowledgement of receiving the policy. The policy will be added to the staff handbook. The Legal Entity will submit the handbook and staff acknowledgement forms to the department within 5 business days of completion. This portion of the plan will have a date within 5 business days of completion. Tier 3) The Legal Entity will develop a form to be used by the director to survey and assess staff supervision a minimum of 3 times a week. The staff survey form will include: room name, staff name, identify if staff is assigned to the classroom, a substitute staff or a floating staff member, the number of children each staff is supervising by age, were the staff actively supervising children per 3270.4, did the staff know the names of the children in their supervisory group and did the staff know the whereabouts of the children in their supervisory group. The form will be submitted to the department for review. Once reviewed, the director or Legal Entity will survey staff a minimum of 3 times weekly for a period of 10 weeks and at varying times to assess supervision requirements and document the results on the staff survey form. At least twice per week the assessment will take place when substitute or floating staff are supervising children. The supervision forms will be maintained at the facility and made available to the department upon request. This portion of the plan will have a completion date that is 10 weeks after the staff survey form is reviewed by the Department.
2ND CITATION: While assessing supervision and ratio during an unannounced inspection on 3.11.26, Staff person #1, who was in the Five's B classroom, with 10 preschool-age children, was asked if they could name the children they were responsible for. Staff person #1 said no, they could not name the children, adding that they were covering for another staff person's break and did not know the children's names. When asked a second time, after several children had stated their names, Staff person #1 reiterated they could not name the children in their group. PREVIOUSLY CITED ON 1.7.26.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 3, 2026
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.
According to staff interviews and video footage, Child #1 was alone in the classroom, asleep, from 2:36 PM-2:44 PM on 1.5.26 when Staff person #1 and Staff person #2 left the classroom with the remaining children to take them to the bathroom following nap. Child #1 was alone with no staff person present, for approximately 8 minutes.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 6, 2026
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.
According to staff interviews and video footage, Staff person #2, who was responsible for Child #1, was not present with Child #1 for a period of approximately 8 minutes on 1.5.26. During that time, Staff person #1 was not present with Child #1, did not know the whereabouts of Child #1, and was unable to see, hear, direct, and assess Child #1.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 6, 2026
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 #4 did not complete the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric First Aid/Pediatric CPR; the training was completed on 12.2.25.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 16, 2025
Category: health medication. 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.
The file for Staff person #5 includes FBI clearances dated 10.8.20 & 12.23.25, and NSOR certificates dated 12.24.19 & 1.24.25, all more than 60 months apart.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 16, 2025
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.67(d) · Trash that has been contaminated by human secretions or excrement shall be contained in closed, plastic-lined receptacles.
There was an unlined trash can in the preschool room by the sinks that contained soiled tissues, paper towels, etc., contaminated with human secretions.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 12, 2026
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.
The certification representative observed several children sleeping on rest equipment in K-Prep and Toddler, and infants in cribs in the Infant room that did not have 2 feet of space on 3 sides of the mat or crib.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 12, 2026
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.119 · Infants shall be placed in the sleeping position recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics unless there is a medical reason an infant should not sleep in this position. The medical reason shall be documented in a statement signed by a physician, physician's assistant or CRNP and placed in the child's record at the facility.
The certification representative observed a staff person lay an infant down in their crib, placing them on their stomach and not in a supine position on their back as recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 12, 2026
Category: health medication. 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.
The most recent 6-month review signature for the emergency contact form on file for Child #4 is dated 10.13.25, more than 6 months after the previous 6-month review signature, 2.27.25.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 12, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1) · The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child. A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports.
The two most recent health assessments on file for Child #1, who is a preschool age child, are dated 6.12.24 and 7.7.25, more than 12 months apart.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 16, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) · ·Child #3 must be dismissed from care by close of business on 12.16.25, and may only return to care when the immunization record is updated or when a parent provides a written, signed exemption letter. A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP. The facility shall implement dismissal policies in accordance with the Department of Health regulation in 28 Pa. Code § 27.77 (relating to immunization requirements for children in child care group settings).
The file for Child #3 does not include an immunization record or an exemption, either for medical reasons from the pediatrician, or for personal or religious reasons written by the parent.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 10, 2026
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) · 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. 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 2 most recent health assessments on file for Staff person #1 were dated 12.7.22 and 3.3.25, more than 24 months apart. The file for staff person #3 does not include documentation of a health assessment being completed within 12 months prior to date of hire (See LIS CODE SHEET). The 2 most recent health assessments on file for Staff person #5 were dated 3.20.22 and 9.18.24, more than 24 months apart.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 12, 2026
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.
The current health assessment on file for Staff person #2 does not indicate if the staff person was assessed for communicable/contagious disease. The current health assessment on file for Staff person #5 indicates that the staff person has a communicable/contagious disease, with no additional information given.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 19, 2026
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.151(c)(5) · An adult health assessment must include the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care.
The current health assessment on file for Staff person #2 does not include the physician or health care professional's assessment of the person's suitability to provide childcare.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 19, 2026
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.181(c) · 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.
The most recent 6-month review signature for the agreement on file for Child #2 is dated 4.3.25, more than 6 months ago. The most recent 6-month review signature for the agreement on file for Child #3 is dated 4.1.25, more than 6 months ago. The most recent 6-month review signature for the agreement on file for Child #4 is dated 2.26.25, more than 6 months ago.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 23, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(e)/3270.192(2)(iii) · A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.
The file for Staff person #1, includes verification of 9.5 of the required 12 hours of annual training between 9.2024-9.2025; an additional 3 hours of training from 12.11.25 are borrowed to meet the requirement.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 12, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.36(b)/3270.192(2)(iii) · An assistant group supervisor shall have attained one of the qualification levels specified at § 3270.36(b)(1-5). A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.
The file for Staff person #3, classified as an assistant group supervisor, does not include a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 30 credit hours in education or a related human services field; or a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate with 15 credits in education or a related human services field and 1 year of experience with children; or a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children
Corrected Corrected by Feb 12, 2026
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.
There was a missing toilet bolt cover on the toilet in the first bathroom on the right in the lower-level hallway.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 19, 2025
Category: physical safety. 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 letter to the parents of enrolled children regarding the facility emergency plan does not include information regarding accommodations for infants and toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 10, 2024
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 #10 did not complete the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric First Aid/CPR. Staff person #10 completed the training on 5.28.24. Staff person #11 did not complete the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric First Aid/CPR. Staff person #10 completed the training on2.19.24.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 4, 2024
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 2 most recent mandated reporter training certificates on file for Staff person #3 are dated 1.11.19 and 1.22.24, more than 60 months apart. The 2 most recent mandated reporter training certificates on file for Staff person #7 are dated 1.8.19 and 1.15.24, more than 60 months apart.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 3, 2025
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. Facility Person #6 may not work in a child care position at the facility.
The most recent NSOR certificate on file for Staff person #6 is dated 11.26.19, more than 60 months ago. The file for Staff person #9 includes child abuse clearances dated 3.22.18 and 7.12.23; more than 60 months apart.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 3, 2024
Category: background checks. 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 #1, #7, who were classified as group supervisors, does not have verification of a Bachelor's degree in education or a related human services field; or a Bachelor's degree with 30 credits in education or a related human services field and 1 year of verified child care experience; or an Associate's degree in education or a related human services field and 2 years of verified child care experience; or an Associate's degree with 30 credits in education or a related human services field and 3 years of verified child care experience.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 30, 2025
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.66(e) · Arts and crafts materials shall be nontoxic.
There were cans of shaving cream, labeled "Keep out of the reach of children", that staff reported are used for arts and crafts projects, in the Preschool classroom and in Toddler 2. There were Chubbie markers in the Toddler 2 room, which has 2- and 3-year-old children in the room, that were labeled "Not for use by children under 3 years of age.".
Corrected Corrected by Dec 4, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.82(h) · A facility person and an able child shall wash his hands after toileting and before eating. A sign on which this requirement is written shall be posted at each toilet, training chair, diapering area and sink in the facility.
There was no handwashing sign at the toilet on the right in the preschool girl's bathroom.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 5, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.103 · Toys and objects with a diameter of less than 1 inch, objects with removable parts that have a diameter of less than 1 inch, plastic bags and styrofoam objects may not be accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths.
Wiggly eyes less than 1 inch size were observed in Toddler 2, where children are placing things in their mouths. Staff reported the eyes are used by the children for arts and craft projects.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 4, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(2) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.
The emergency contact form on file for Child #2, #3, and #4 does not include the address for the child's pediatrician/source for medical care.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 5, 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.
The emergency contact form on file for Child #1 and #2 does not include a complete address and telephone number for all release persons.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 5, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1) · The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child. A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports.
The two most recent health assessments on file for Child #3, who is a preschool age child, are dated 10.21.23 and 11.4.24, more than 12 months apart. The two most recent health assessments on file for Child #5, who is a preschool age child, are dated 6.29.23 and 7.2.24, more than 12 months apart.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 4, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) · 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. 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 2 most recent health assessments on file for Staff person #2 were dated 10.11.21 and 11.2.23, more than 24 months apart. The 2 most recent health assessments on file for Staff person #5 were dated 9.30.21 and 4.19.24, more than 24 months apart. The 2 most recent health assessments on file for Staff person #8 were dated 1.4.22 and 2.12.24, more than 24 months apart. The most recent health assessment on file for Staff person #9 is dated 5.28.22, more than 24 months ago.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 4, 2024
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(e)/3270.192(2)(iii) · A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.
The file for Staff person #2 includes 4 of 12 required annual training hours completed between 12.2022-12.2023; 8 additional hours from 6.13.24-11.4.24 were borrowed to equal the 12 required hours. The file for Staff person #3 includes 9 of 12 required annual training hours completed between 12.2022-12.2023; 4 additional hours from 6.4.19.24 were borrowed to equal the 12 required hours. The file for Staff person #4 includes 8 of 12 required annual training hours completed between 12.2022-12.2023; 4 additional hours from 5.29.24-5.31.24 were borrowed to equal the 12 required hours. The file for Staff person #6 includes 9.5 of 12 required annual training hours completed between 12.2022-12.2023; 3 additional hours from 1.11.24-1.18.24 were borrowed to equal the 12 required hours. The file for Staff person #8 includes 8.5 of 12 required annual training hours completed between 2.2023-2.2024; 4 additional hours from 3.2024-11.30.24 were borrowed to equal the 12 required hours. The file for Staff person #8 includes 8.5 of 12 required annual training hours completed between 12.2022-12.2023; 4 additional hours from 7.8.24-7.24.24 were borrowed to equal the 12 required hours.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 2, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.113(b) · A facility person may not use any form of physical punishment, including spanking a child.
According to staff interviews, Staff person was witnessed grabbing Child #1 by the arms and pulling the child to the ground while in the outdoor play area.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 12, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.113(d) · A facility person may not use harsh, demeaning or abusive language in the presence of children.
According to staff statements, Staff person #1 has been heard yelling at and using harsh language toward and regarding children in their care.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 12, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.32(a)/3270.192(2)(iii) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include verification of childcare experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.
The 2 most recent mandated reporter training certificates on file for Staff person #2 are dated 3/19/18 and 5/22/54, more than 60 months apart.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 11, 2024
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 fire alarm 30-day test log includes test dates 12.8.23-1.8.24; 1.8.24-2.8.24; 3.8.24-4.8.24; and 5.8.24-6.8.24, more than 30 days apart.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 11, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. 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 #1, was observed not to have completed pre-service training within 90 days of hire (See LIS CODE SHEET) Pediatric First Aid/Pediatric CPR. The pre-service training on file for staff person # 1 was dated 5/28/24.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 11, 2024
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 #5 lacked professional development within 90 days of hire (See LIS Code Sheet) as listed in subsections (f)1-10.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 19, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.32(a)/3270.192(2)(ii) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). 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 #2 lacked mandated reporter training that was completed within the past 60 months. The mandated reporter training in the file is dated 10/15/18.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 15, 2024
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. Facility Person #--- may not work in a child care position at the facility.
The file for staff person #6 lacked an FBI Clearance that was completed 60 months from the previous FBI Clearance. The FBI Clearances in the file were dated 3/19/18 and 6/21/23. The file for staff person #8 who was hired as an aide on (See LIS Code Sheet) lacked a valid Child Abuse Clearance. The Child Abuse Clearance was requested for volunteer purposes instead of employment purposes.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 19, 2023
Category: background checks. 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.
The file for child #2 that is a preschool child lacked a child health report that was completed 12 months from the previous child health report. The child health reports in the file were dated 2/16/22 and 3/1/23.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 19, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) · A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP. The facility shall implement dismissal policies in accordance with the Department of Health regulation in 28 Pa. Code § 27.77 (relating to immunization requirements for children in child care group settings).
The file for child #1 lacked a health report that included a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP. The facility did not 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).
Corrected Corrected by Dec 20, 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.
The file for staff person #1 lacked a health assessment that was completed 24 months from the previous health assessment. The health assessments in the file are dated 12/2/21 and 12/17/23. The file for staff person #4 lacked a health assessment that was completed 24 months from the previous health assessment. The health assessments in the file are dated 11/29/21 and 12/1/23. The file for staff person #7 lacked a health assessment that was completed 24 months from the previous health assessment. The health assessments in the file are dated 1/20/21 and 3/2/23.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 19, 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.
The file for staff person #3 lacked two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. The file contained one reference letter.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 12, 2024
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 Fire Drill and Fire Detection Log was observed for the 30 day smoke detector checks. There were 35 days between 1/10/23 and 2/14/23.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 12, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. 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).
During staff interviews on 1/5/23 it was stated that staff person #1 left the classroom out of ratio with two teachers and 15 young toddlers and older toddlers for approximately ten minutes while another teacher came up to the classroom.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 20, 2022
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.32(a)/3270.192(2)(iii) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.
The file for staff person #5 lacked mandated reporter training that was completed within 60 months of the previous mandated reporter training. The mandated reporter training in the file is dated 9/20/16 and 11/19/21. The file for staff person #6 lacked mandated reporter training that was completed within 60 months of the previous mandated reporter training. The mandated reporter training in the file is dated 1/30/17 and 2/24/22.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 20, 2023
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. Facility Person #8 may not work in a child care position at the facility.
The file for staff person #3 lacked an FBI clearance that was completed 60 months from the previous FBI clearance. The FBI clearances in the file are dated 2/7/14 and 4/30/19. The file for staff person #6 lacked state police, child abuse, and FBI clearances that were completed 60 months from the previous clearances. The state police clearances in the file are dated 1/24/17 and 2/23/22. The child abuse and FBI clearances in the file are dated 1/24/17 and 2/24/22. The file for staff person #7 whom was hired on (See CODE LIS Sheet) as a group supervisor lacked a valid State Police Clearance. The State Police Clearance in the file is dated 8/27/19. The file also lacked a child abuse clearance that was completed 60 months from the previous child abuse clearance. The child abuse clearances in the file are dated 10/25/13 and 9/5/19.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 20, 2023
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 file for staff person #6 lacked a written evaluation that was completed 12 months from the previous written evaluation. The written evaluations in the file are dated 1/18/21 and 1/20/22. The file for staff person #8 lacked a written evaluation that was completed 12 months from the previous written evaluation. The written evaluations in the file were dated 10/8/21 and 10/25/22.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 20, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. 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.
In the school-age room a blue toy bin was observed to have a cracked corner causing rough edges and sharp corners.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 16, 2022
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.133(5) · Medication shall be stored in accordance with the manufacturer's or health professional's instructions on the original label.
In the preschool classroom Auvi-Q EpiPens were observed to be expired on 9/20/22.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 16, 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 #1 lacked a health assessment that was updated 24 months from the previous health assessment. The health assessments in the file are dated 11/10/20 and 11/23/22. The file for staff person #2 lacked a health assessment that was updated 24 months from the previous health assessment. The health assessments in the file are dated 6/29/20 and 8/1/22. The file for staff person #3 lacked a health assessment that was updated 24 months from the previous health assessment. The health assessments in the file are dated 1/8/20 and 4/9/22. The file for staff person #4 lacked a health assessment that was updated 24 months from the previous health assessment. The health assessments in the file are dated 4/1/19 and 11/29/21. The file for staff person #5 lacked a health assessment that was updated 24 months from the previous health assessment. The health assessments in the file are dated 10/15/20 and 10/17/22. The file for staff person #7 lacked a health assessment that was updated 24 months from the previous health assessment. The health assessments in the file are dated 5/22/17 and 9/21/22.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 20, 2023
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.
It was observed on the Fire Drill and Fire Detection Log that the 30-day smoke detector checks were completed 55 days between 7/22/22 and 9/15/22 and 33 days between 9/15/22 and 10/18/22.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 20, 2023
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 facility's emergency plan lacked a plan that provides for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 10, 2021
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(b) · A staff person shall be 18 years of age or older.
Staff person #12, with a start date of 8-3-21 and functioning as an aide, worked from 8-3-21 to 10-14-21 and was under 18 years of age.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 10, 2022
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 file for staff person #5 had fire safety training that exceeded a year between trainings.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 10, 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 #13, Staff Person #15, Staff Person #16 may not work at the facility.
The file for staff person #13 had an FBI clearance dated 9-3-16 and lacked a current FBI clearance dated within the last 60 months. The file for staff person #16, hired provisionally with a start date of 12-10-21, lacked verification of getting fingerprinted for the FBI clearance at their start date to be a provisional hire. The file for staff person #15, hired provisionally with a start date of 7-23-21, had proof of application for the NSOR verification certificate at their start date and lacked the NSOR verification certificate within 45 days of their start date as required for a provisional hire and requires a current NSOR verification certificate. The file for staff person #3, hired provisionally with a start date of 6-16-21, had an application for the NSOR verification certificate dated 6-17-21 that was after their start date. The file for staff person #7 had FBI clearances dated 8-19-14 and 9-3-19 that were over 60 months between clearances. The file for staff person #14 had FBI clearances dated 5-7-15 and 9-14-20 that were over 60 months between clearances.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 10, 2022
Category: background checks. 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 #6, functioning as an assistant group supervisor, lacked verification of 2 years of experience working with children to qualify as an assistant group supervisor.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 9, 2022
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.37(b)(3)/3270.192(2)(ii) · An aide shall have a minimum of an 8th grade education and 2 years of 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 #12, functioning as an aide, lacked verification of education/experience to qualify as an aide.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 11, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.76 · Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards.
On the preschool/school-age outdoor play space, the plastic coating on the fence near the gate was peeling in multiple areas.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 11, 2022
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.
In the toddler room, there was peeling paint in multiple areas under the middle window on the back wall and along the baseboard on the front wall.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 27, 2022
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.103 · Toys and objects with a diameter of less than 1 inch, objects with removable parts that have a diameter of less than 1 inch, plastic bags and styrofoam objects may not be accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths.
In the toddler room, there were multiple fabric blocks that had pieces coming apart in the corners that were less than 1 inch in diameter and were accessible to 1 year olds in the room that were still placing objects in their mouths.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 10, 2021
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(a)(4) · An agreement shall specify the child's arrival and departure times.
The file for child #3 had an Agreement form that lacked the child's arrival and departure times.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 10, 2021
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(a)(6) · An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission.
The file for child #2 had an Agreement form that lacked the child's admission date.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 10, 2021
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(e)(1)/3270.131(e)(2)(i) · 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.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 files for child #1, a 4 year old, and child #4, a 3 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 Jan 28, 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 #16, with a start date of 12-10-21, lacked an initial health assessment at their start date and requires a current health assessment. The files for staff person #1, #2, #5, #6, #8, #9, #10, #11, and #14 had a health assessment that exceeded 24 months between assessments. The file for staff person #4, with a start date of 9-27-21, had an initial health assessment dated 10-5-21 that was after their start date. The file for staff person #12, with a start date of 8-3-21, had an initial health assessment dated 11-30-21 that was after their start date.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 9, 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 #16, with a start date of 12-10-21, lacked a tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment and requires a current tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method. The file for staff person #4, with a start date of 9-27-21, had a tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method dated 10-8-21 that was after initial employment. The file for staff person #12, with a start date of 8-3-21, had a tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method dated 12-2-21 that was after initial employment.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 9, 2022
Category: health medication. 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.
The files for staff person #6 and #12 had a health assessment that answered "Yes" to having communicable diseases and lacked an explanation of the results of the examination.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 9, 2022
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 #16 lacked two written, nonfamily references.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 6, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(f)(10)/3270.31(h) · Staff persons shall complete professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire. All staff persons shall complete the professional development under subsection (f).
The file for staff person #12, with a start date of 8-3-21, lacked pediatric first-aid and CPR training within 90 days of their start date and requires current training.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 10, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) · Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)). The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met.
The facility lacked proof of purchase of the interconnected fire detection system in accordance with 62 P.S. 1016(c)(3).
Corrected Corrected by Dec 10, 2021
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.25(a) · The facility's current certificate of compliance shall be posted in a conspicuous location used by parents. The operator shall provide the parent of each child enrolled with information on how to access the regulations in this chapter electronically and with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional child care office.
The parent of each enrolled child was not provided with information on how to access the DHS child care regulations electronically and the phone number for contacting the local DHS child care office.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 10, 2021
Marked corrected in the state record.