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Home › PA › Washington › Little Rascals Early Learning Center
2055 Jefferson Ave, Washington PA 15301 · License #CER-00253061 · Center · Child Care Center
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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 #3 contained a disclosure statement which was not signed by a witness. The file for staff #5 contained an invalid state police clearance which lacked the dissemination date. The clearance was requested 9/16/25.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 28, 2026
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(iii) · 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 following the outset of service at the facility.
The file for staff #1, designated on the staff data sheet as the director, did not include documentation of the qualifications required for the position. The degree on file lacked the course of study and transcripts were in the file. The file for staff #4, designated as an aide, did not include documentation of the qualifications required for the position.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 4, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. 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.
Disposition: Compliant - Finalized
Disposition: Compliant - Finalized
Disposition: Compliant - Finalized
Disposition: Compliant - Finalized
Generated from this facility's specific inspection record
Data synced from Pennsylvania DHS, Office of Child Development and Early Learning on Jul 8, 2026 · Source records · Report an error
The written evaluation for staff #2 dated 12/01/25 was not conducted by the director.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 28, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.61(c)/3270.61(h)(2) · Indoor child care space is measured within permanent stationary partitions or walls. The allowable number of children in a space is determined by dividing the total square feet in a space by 40. The capacity established for indoor space may not be exceeded except when older toddler, preschool or school-age children are participating in a program activity.
At approximately 11:00AM, Room 2 was observed to be over capacity. A mix of 20 preschool and school age children were present but not participating in a program activity. Room 2 has a measured capacity of 14.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 28, 2026
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.66(a) · Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children.
The following cleaning materials were accessible to children; 2 containers of disinfecting spray, 4 packages of disinfecting wipes and 1 container of odor eliminator in an unlocked grey cabinet in room 7. Floor cleaner and deodorizer in an unlocked sink cabinet in room 8.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 28, 2026
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.66(b) · Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be stored in an original labeled container or in a container that specifies the content. Toxics shall be stored away from food, food preparation areas and child care spaces.
An unlabeled spray bottle containing cleaning materials was observed in room 8.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 28, 2026
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.76 · Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards.
A sink in the rear stall of the PS restroom was not fully secured to the wall. Multiple protruding trim nails were observed on the cubbies in room 8. The wooden end caps of the separating walls of the cubbies were no longer in place leaving the nail heads exposed. In the preschool restroom, crumbling rust debris was observed on the bottom of the stall walls between 3 stalls.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 30, 2026
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.
Damaged plaster and plaster debris was accessible to children along the baseboard under the windows in Room 7.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 28, 2026
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.
Two toilets in the restroom in the toddler hall lacked posted handwashing signs. In the Preschool restroom, a sink in the end stall, designated for staff, lacked a hand-washing sign.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 28, 2026
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.102(a)/3270.103 · 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. 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.
Torn areas which exposed the inner foam filling were observed on the back support pillow on an adult rocking chair in the infant room. A toy garage with a disconnected roof top which created a pinch point was observed in room 8. One cracked toy bin was observed in room 8. A split seam which exposed the inner foam padding was observed on a nap mat in use by a child in room 6. A cracked seat was observed on the ride-on Merry-Go-Round equipment in the outdoor play space.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 28, 2026
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.
Small art pom-poms, with a diameter of less than 1 inch, were accessible to children in a plastic storage tower in Room 3. Older toddlers were present in the room.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 28, 2026
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 information for children #1 and #2 did not include complete addresses for each individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 28, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.182(3) · A child's record shall contain signed parental
The emergency contact form of child #1 did not consent from the child's parent for emergency medical care.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 11, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.182(5) · A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission.
The emergency contact form of child #1 did not contain signed consent from the child's parent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 11, 2025
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.182(6) · A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading.
The emergency contact form of child #1, who is picked up at their school bus stop, did not contain signed consent from the child's parent for transportation and walking excursions by facility staff.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 11, 2025
Category: transportation. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(a)/3270.182(8) · An agreement shall be signed by the operator and the parent. A child's record shall contain a copy of the initial agreement and subsequent written agreements between the parent and the operator. The parent receives the original agreement.
The files for children #1 and #2 lacked agreements.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 10, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(e)(4)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iii) · 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. 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 #1 contained documentation of consecutive fire safety trainings completed more than 12 months apart; 8/28/23 and 10/14/24.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 29, 2025
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 child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.
Staff #2 did not renew mandated reporter training within 60 months. This is evidenced by the previous training certificate being dated 2/07/19 and the most recent training certificate being dated 3/24/24.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 29, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.66(a) · Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children.
A Swiffer power mop, with the cleaning solution bottle attached, was accessible to children in the older toddler restroom. The mop was observed leaning against the wall in the corner. Children were observed entering and exiting the restroom.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 29, 2025
Category: physical safety. 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.
The handle on one restroom door stall was unattached leaving a protruding screw exposed. The restroom is located in the hall to the left of the entrance.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 29, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.82(g) · Toilet areas and fixtures shall be cleaned daily and be in good repair.
Standing discolored water was observed in the sink in room 4. The sink was clogged at the time of the observation.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 29, 2025
Category: physical safety. 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.
A loose hinge creating a pinch point was observed on the play stove in room 3. A broken plastic bin containing "Critter Blocks" was observed in room 3.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 29, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.106(a) · Individual, clean, age-appropriate rest equipment shall be provided for preschool, toddler and infant children as agreed between the child's parent and the operator. The rest equipment shall be labeled for the use of a specific child and used only by the specified child.
In room 1, child #3 was observed napping on a cot labeled for child #4.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 29, 2025
Category: physical safety. 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 for child #2 did not include the complete address of the child's physician.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 29, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(3) · Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
The emergency contact form for child #1 did not include the complete work address and phone number for the enrolling parent.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 29, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.133(3) · The label of a medication container shall identify the name of the medication and the name of the child for whom the medication is intended. Medication shall be administered to only the child whose name appears on the container.
The following medication containers were not labeled for a specific child; Diazepam and Tylenol in room 4 and ibuprofen in room 5.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 29, 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.
A broken electrical outlet wall plate with sharp edges was observed.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 3, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.102(a)/3270.103 · 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. 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.
A portion of torn foam was observed on the floor supports of an infant rocker.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 3, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.63 · If unsafe areas or conditions are in or near an outdoor play space, fencing or natural barriers are required to restrict children from those unsafe areas or conditions.
Self contained Generators with spotlights were accessible to the children during the complaint investigation due to mesh fence being down.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 13, 2024
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.
Young toddlers were observed playing on the gravel area of the outdoor play area, leaving pieces of gravel and stone that are less than 1" accessible to those young toddlers.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 13, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.134(g) · Paper cups, discarded after one use, or water fountains shall be used for between-meal drinking by children who are not bottle-fed.
While being interviewed numerous staff members told Certification Representative that the water they use when outside for the children is in a sports squirt like bottle. When a child says they are thirsty, they have a child open their mouth and they squirt water into the child's mouth.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 24, 2024
Category: nutrition. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.34(a)(6) · A director is responsible for written evaluation of staff persons on a regular basis, a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months.
The files for staff #1 and #3 contained consecutive evaluations dated more than 12 months apart. Current evaluations are now on file.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 26, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.21 · Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.
Two 5 gallon buckets containing water were observed in child care space. Both buckets were approximately half full and were observed in room 7 (preschool age) and outside room 1 (young toddlers) within the route the children would use when leaving their room.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 26, 2024
Category: health medication. 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 for parents explaining the emergency procedures did not include details regarding the accommodations made for infants and toddlers.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 29, 2024
Category: physical safety. 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 #2, designated as an AGS on the staff data sheet, did not contain documentation of verified experience with children.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 26, 2024
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.
A mirror mounted on the wall of the OT room was not securely attached to the frame creating a pinch point. An empty wall-mounted bracket, intended to hold a fire extinguisher, was observed in room 2. The fire extinguisher was not in place leaving the two prongs of the bracket protruding at head level of the children observed in care.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 26, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.102(a)/3270.103 · 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. 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.
Rest mats with split seams resulting in exposed foam were observed. One mat was observed in the infant room, three were observed in the older toddler room.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 26, 2024
Category: physical safety. 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.
Areas of damage were observed on the following pieces of equipment; broken areas on the steps of a plastic outdoor climbing toy, broken plastic on the corners of two storage tubs in the outdoor space, a broken seat on a children's pedal operated merry-go-round, and a broken magnetic closure on the play kitchen in room 2. A wooden table with a loose leg which created a pinch point was observed in the YT room.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 5, 2024
Category: physical safety. 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.
Consecutive annual test reports for the facility's fire alarm system were dated more than 12 months apart. The reports were dated 12/10/22 and 1/04/24. A current test report is now on file.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 26, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.51 · When children are grouped in similar age levels, the following maximum child group sizes and ratios of staff persons apply: Infants 1:4 with a maximum group size of 8; Young toddlers 1:5 with a maximum group size of 10; Older toddlers 1:6 with a maximum group size of 12; Preschool children 1:10 with a maximum group size of 20; Young school-age children 1:12 with a maximum group size of 24; Older school-age children 1:15 with a maximum group size of 30.
At 10:45 am, staff #1 was observed caring for 11 preschool age children alone in room 7.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 7, 2023
Category: ratio. 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.
The emergency contact information for child #5 was not present in the room where the child was observed in care.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 19, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.14/3270.21 · A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations.State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.
The facility's emergency plan did not include details regarding continuity of operations as required in Announcement C-22-04.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 7, 2023
Category: ratio. 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 #1 may not work in a child care position at the facility.
The file for staff #1 contained an expired child abuse clearance dated 1/17/18. Proof of applying for the clearance on 1/17/23 was on file, however the completed clearance was not.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 19, 2023
Category: background checks. 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.
Protruding nails were observed on the wooden cubbies in room 8 and room 2 and on the floor near the cubbies in room 3.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 19, 2023
Category: physical safety. 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.
The following broken equipment was observed; a plastic orange construction cone in room 7, plastic hub caps of a pink scooter in the blacktop area outside, corners of the lid and tub of two sand/water tables outside. The broken areas created sharp edges and pinch points. A loose table leg, which created a pinch point, was observed on a wooden table in the dramatic play area in room 3.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 19, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.102(a)/3270.103 · 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. 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.
Tears which exposed the inner foam filling were observed on 2 nap mats in room 1 and on 1 nap mat in the hall outside room 7.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 19, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.111(b) · The written plan of daily activities shall be posted in the group space.
Room 7 and room 8 lacked posted written schedules of daily activities.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 19, 2023
Category: physical safety. 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 files for children #2 and #3 contained emergency contact information which did not include the address of one of the individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 19, 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.
The files for children #3 and #4 contained emergency contact forms and agreements which were not updated at least once within a 6 month period. The documents for child #3 were updated on 4/12/21 and again on 12/14/22. The documents for child #4 were updated on 5/16/22 and again on 12/28/22. The documents on file for both children are now current.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 19, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) · A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP. The facility shall implement dismissal policies in accordance with the Department of Health regulation in 28 Pa. Code § 27.77 (relating to immunization requirements for children in child care group settings).
The file for child #1 contained an immunization record which stated the parent refused the influenza vaccine, however a written exemption was not on file.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 19, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.166(4) · Disposable nursers and bottles shall be labeled with the child's name.
Three bottles in the infant room were not labeled with the child's name.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 19, 2023
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 statements, a staff #1, attempt to redirect preschool aged child #1, by grabbing his face to force him to look at her and by telling him to "knock it off" referring to his behavior at that time.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 1, 2022
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, a staff #1, attempt to redirect preschool aged child #1, by grabbing his face to force him to look at her and by telling him to "knock it off" referring to his behavior at that time.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 1, 2022
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.66(a) · Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children.
The closet at the back of the pre-k room contained toxic items that were accessible to children. The closet door was not closed. The lock/latch on the door was unable to hold the door closed. The following toxic items were observed in the closet: Goo Gone cleaner, Sunscreen and staff medication.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 11, 2022
Category: health medication. 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.
In the pre-k counts room the first aid kit lacked , tweezers, gloves and bandages.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 11, 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.
There was a broken ceilling tile in the corner of the infant room.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 24, 2022
Category: physical safety. 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.
There was a broken bin in the pre-k room, a broken bin in the play kitchen sink in the preschool room, two broken baskets and a baby accessory toy in the school age room.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 11, 2022
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.104(a) · Furniture must be durable, safe, easily cleaned and appropriate for the child's size, age and special needs.
There was a cracked plastic laundry bin in the infant room.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 11, 2022
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 #6 lacked the child's arrival and departure times on the agreement form.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 11, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(3) · Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
The files for child #1,2,3,4 and 5 lacked the address and phone number of the enrolling parent.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 11, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(7) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
The file for child #1 lacked the address and phone number of the release person on the emergency contact form.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 11, 2022
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 statements, Staff #1 hit child #1 in the mouth after he spit on her arm.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 24, 2021
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Facility Person #2, #3, #4, #5, #6 may not work in a child care position at the facility.
Staff file #1, hire date 6/14/21, lacked a signed, dated disclosure statement in the file. Staff file #2, hire date 5/18/21, a provisional hire, contained a PDE FBI dated 5/3/21 but lacked a valid DHS FBI Clearance and a signed, dated disclosure statement in the file. Staff file #3, hire date 6/21/21, a provisional hire, contained a PDE FBI dated 11/7/19 but lacked a valid DHS FBI Clearance, a valid NSOR Verification form and a signed, dated disclosure statement in the file. Staff file #4, hire date 7/3/21,a provisional hire, lacked a valid DHS FBI Clearance, a valid NSOR Verification form and a signed, dated disclosure statement in the file. Staff file #5, hire date 4/15/15, contained a PSP Criminal Clearance and DHS FBI Clearance that lacked disposition on the rap sheets. Staff file #6, hire date 11/22/19, contained a DHS FBI Clearance that lacked disposition on the rap sheet.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 22, 2021
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
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, #3, #4, #5, #6 may not work in a child care position at the facility.
Staff file #1, hire date 6/14/21, lacked a signed, dated disclosure statement in the file. Staff file #2, hire date 5/18/21, a provisional hire, contained a PDE FBI dated 5/3/21 but lacked a valid DHS FBI Clearance and a signed, dated disclosure statement in the file. Staff file #3, hire date 6/21/21, a provisional hire, contained a PDE FBI dated 11/7/19 but lacked a valid DHS FBI Clearance, a valid NSOR Verification form and a signed, dated disclosure statement in the file. Staff file #4, hire date 7/3/21,a provisional hire, lacked a valid DHS FBI Clearance, a valid NSOR Verification form and a signed, dated disclosure statement in the file. Staff file #5, hire date 4/15/15, contained a PSP Criminal Clearance and DHS FBI Clearance that lacked disposition on the rap sheets. Staff file #6, hire date 11/22/19, contained a DHS FBI Clearance that lacked disposition on the rap sheet.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 22, 2021
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.27(c) · The operator shall assure that each facility person receives training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment, on an annual basis and at the time of each plan update. The operator shall document the date of each training and the names of all facility persons who received the training and kept on file at the facility.
All new staff files reviewed lacked signed and dated documentation of emergency plan training at initial hire.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 27, 2021
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.33(a) · 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.
Staff #3 was observed alone with 10 children of mixed ages and did not have documentation in the staff file to qualify as an assistant group supervisor.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 8, 2021
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.82(e) · Toilets and sinks shall be at proper heights for children using them or shall be easily approached by means of platforms or steps.
A preschool child stood on a chair to wash his hands at the sink in the preschool room. The facility lacked a means for the preschool children to reach the sink to wash their hands.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 8, 2021
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.
Staff file #2, DOH 5/18/21, lacked documentation of an initial health assessment conducted prior to initial service at the facility. Staff file #4, DOH 7/3/21, lacked documentation of an initial health assessment conducted prior to initial service at the facility.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 12, 2021
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.192(2)(iv) · 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.
Staff file #1, DOH 6/14/21, lacked documentation of prior child care experience in the file. Staff file #3, DOH 6/21/21, lacked documentation of prior child care experience in the file.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 12, 2021
Category: recordkeeping. 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
Staff file #1 and #4 lacked documentation of two written, nonfamily references attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 12, 2021
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.