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620 Wood St, Wilkinsburg PA 15221 · License #CER-00255071 · Center · Child Care Center
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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.
The file for staff # 2 lacked emergency plan at the time of initial employment.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 20, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) · Staff persons shall participate, at least annually, in fire safety 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 # 3 lacked prior and current fire safety training conducted by a fire protection professional.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 20, 2026
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.
Staff person # 1 has not completed the following required pre- service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): (Pediatric First Aid and Pediatric CPR trainings and Health and Safety trainings). Staff person # 2 has not completed the following required pre- service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): (Pediatric First Aid and Pediatric CPR trainings).
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
Corrected Corrected by Mar 20, 2026
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 #1 contained a current NSOR clearance dated 12/19/25. Staff # 1 started working with children on 5/1/25. The file for staff #3 contained a current Child Abuse clearance dated2/12/26 that was not renewed within 60 months of the prior Child Abuse clearance dated 7/24/20. The file for staff #3 contained a current NSOR clearance dated 2/5/26 that was not renewed within 60 months of the prior NSOR clearance dated7/28/20.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 20, 2026
Category: background checks. 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.
There were 2 unprotected electrical outlets in the gross motor room accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 20, 2026
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.
There were Member's Mark Floor cleaner, Scrubbing Bubbles Foam Bleach bottle, Lysol Disinfecting can and a Banana Boat sunscreen can label " keep out of reach of children". accessible to children in the unlocked Teamwork room bathroom sink cabinet. There was a bag of Kibbles' Bits dog food on the window frame in the Genius room . There were a Bathroom Cleaner bottle and a Drano Max Gel bottle labeled " keep out of reach of children". accessible to children in the staff opened bathroom .
Corrected Corrected by Mar 20, 2026
Category: nutrition. 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 a garbage can that has been contaminated by human secretions in a trash can without plastic-line in the Teamwork room bathroom.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 20, 2026
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 peeling film on the Teamwork room bathroom sink cabinet door. There was a broken toilet paper holder on the Teamwork room bathroom wall. There was a hole on the bottom of the right-side wall in the gross motor room.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 25, 2025
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.
There was an unlidded garbage can in the Lady bug room bathroom.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 20, 2026
Category: health medication. 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 cracked clear bin in the Picasso room. There was a cracked blue basket, cracked wooden music instrument toy, cracked blue plastic lid and 3 ripped square mats with expose foam in the Lady bug room. There were two exposed screws on the toy kitchen in the Teamwork room.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 20, 2026
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(a)(1) · An agreement shall specify the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week.
The files for children #1 and #4 lacked the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week. on the agreement form.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 20, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2) · An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission. A child's record shall contain the dates of application, admission and withdrawal of the child.
The files for children #1,2 and 4 lacked the date of the child's date of admission on the agreement form.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 20, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(b)/3270.182(8) · A parent shall receive the original agreement. The facility shall retain a copy of the agreement. 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 #1,2 and 4 contained an original agreement form.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 20, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. 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 file for child # 2 lacked the telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care on the emergency contact form.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 20, 2026
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 files for children # 1and #2 lacked the work telephone numbers of the enrolling parent on the emergency contact form.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 20, 2026
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#1 # 3 and 4 have an emergency contact and agreement form that were not updated in a 6-month period.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 20, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(b)(1) · The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddler.
The file for child #1 now an OT contained a current health report dated 9/18/25, that was not obtained withing 6 months from the previous health report dated 2/5/25 when the child was a year and 8 months old.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 20, 2026
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.133(1) · A prescription or nonprescription medication may be accepted only in an original container. The medication shall remain in the container in which it was received.
There was an Albuterol Sulfate medication without the original container in the Picasso room.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 20, 2026
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.133(7) · An operator is responsible to establish and maintain a medication log if prescription or nonprescription medication is administered.
The operator was not maintaining a medication log for a prescription medication, Albuterol Sulfate for child #5 .
Corrected Corrected by Mar 20, 2026
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 # 2 contained a current health report dated 7/11/25 that was obtained after providing initial service in a childcare setting.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 20, 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 file for staff #3 lacked an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 20, 2026
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.
According to the Fire Detection System Test Log, the tests were greater than 30 days apart from 8/8/25 to 9/8/25.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 26, 2026
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.
The file for child # 2 a school-age contained a current health report dated 3/2/26 that was provided after 60 days. The child was in care longer that 60 days without initial health report. Child #2 start date was 9/1/25. The file for child # 3 a school-age contained a current health report dated 6/3/25 that was provided after 60 days. The child was in care longer that 60 days without initial health report. Child #3 start date was 12/4/23.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 20, 2026
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.27(b) · The operator shall review the emergency plan at least annually and update the plan as needed. The operator shall document in writing each review and update of the emergency plan and kept on file at the facility.
The facility emergency plan was not reviewed annually. The previous review was dated 1/30/24, and the current review was date 2/20/25.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 11, 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 #--- may not work in a child care position at the facility.
The file for staff # 1 contained a current NSOR clearance dated 1/16/24, that was not renewed within 60 months of the prior NSOR clearance dated 1/6/19.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 16, 2024
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.66(a)/3270.66(d) · Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children. Toxic plants are not permitted in a child care space.
There was an Epipremnum Aureus toxic plant in the Genius room accessible to children.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 25, 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.
There was a long deep cracked on the top of the left wall above the window in the giraffe room.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 30, 2025
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.
There was damaged plaster on the window frame in the Genius room.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 30, 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.
There was a green vinyl circle pillow with two peeling spots in the PS room. There were two damaged mats exposing foam in the gross motor room.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 30, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(a) · An agreement shall be signed by the operator and the parent.
The file for child #1 lacked the operator's signature on the agreement form.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 25, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2) · An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission. A child's record shall contain the dates of application, admission and withdrawal of the child.
The files for children #1, and 2 lacked the date of the child's date of admission on the agreement form.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 25, 2025
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 file for child # 3 lacked the home and work addresses and the home and work telephone number of the enrolling parent on the emergency contact form.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 30, 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.
The files for children # 1, and 3 lacked the health insurance policy number on the emergency contact form. The file for child #3 lacked health insurance coverage for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 30, 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.
The files for children #1 and 2 lacked the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released on the emergency contact form. The file for child #2 lacked the telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released on the emergency contact form.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 30, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(b)(1) · The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddler.
The file for child # 4, a young toddler, contained a current health report dated 2/5/25. The health report was provided more than 6 months after the previous health report, dated 4/16/24.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 5, 2025
Category: health medication. 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.
There was a triple antibiotic with an expiration date of 4/24 and an A&D ointment that were not label with the names of the children whom the medication was intended for in the giraffe room first aid kit. There was a triple antibiotic with an expiration date of 4/24 and an A&D ointment that were not label with the names of the children whom the medication was intended for in the Genius room first aid kit.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 25, 2025
Category: ratio. 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 #1 contained a current health assessment dated 3/4/25. It was not obtained within 24 months of the previous assessment dated 2/24/23.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 4, 2025
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.182(3) · A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission.
The file for child #3 lacked signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child on the emergency contact form. Written consent is required prior to admission.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 30, 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 file for child # 3 lacked signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff on the emergency contact form. Written consent is required prior to admission.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 30, 2025
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.24(f) · A valid photo identification of the director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall be provided to the agent of the Department at the time of inspection.
The Director ID the driver's license was expired. the expiration date was 11/8/24.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 30, 2025
Category: ratio. 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.
The file for child # 2 lacked an initial health report.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 30, 2025
Category: health medication. 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 file for staff # 3 lacked the one-hour updated health and safety training course, Pennsylvania Health and Safety Update 2022 by the deadline of 12/30/22.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 30, 2024
Category: ratio. 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. Until such time as the required trainings are completed, staff persons # 3 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by a AGS who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise staff person # 3 staff persons # 3 may not work in a child care position at the facility.
Staff persons # 1,3, and 4 were observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff persons #1,3 and 4 do not have current pediatric first-aid/CPR training. This is evidenced by the previously documented pediatric first-aid/CPR training expiration date of 6/2/22 to 6/2/24. Staff person # 2 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #2 do not have current pediatric first-aid/CPR training. This is evidenced by the previously documented pediatric first-aid/CPR training expiration date of 6/14/22 to 6/14/24.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 5, 2024
Category: supervision. 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.
There was a nail on top of the window frame and a bolt on the floor in the gross motor room.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 30, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.52 · * The legal entity shall require all staff persons at the facility to attend, a minimum 2 hour training regarding supervision and ratio offered by the ELRC within 1 month of the approval of this plan of correction. The training must be approved by the Department prior to implementation. Documentation of the completed training will be provided to the OCDEL-DHS representative by email upon completion. The training may count towards the mandatory 12 training hours required by the Department.
* On 8/29/24 at 9:10 am, staff #4 was observed caring for 1 Young Toddler, 3 Older Toddlers and 3 Preschoolers in the Picasso room. Staff #1, had left the room to go get the children's breakfasts from the upstairs kitchen.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 11, 2024
Category: supervision. 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).
On 8/29/24 at 9:10 am, staff #4 was observed caring for 1 Young Toddler, 3 Older Toddlers and 3 Preschoolers in the Picasso room. Staff #1, had left the room to go get the children's breakfasts from the upstairs kitchen.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 11, 2024
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.
There was a Lysol bottle, a hand sanitizer, a Banana Boat sunscreen and disinfectant wipes on the changing table in the Picasso room labeled " keep out of reach of children" accessible to children. There was a Cocoa Butter Swivel stick in a backpack hanging in a cubby in the Lady Bug room labeled " keep out of reach of children" accessible to children. There was a bottle of Drano Max Gel in the staff bathroom labeled " keep out of reach of children" accessible to children. The bathroom is in the Gross Motor room and the door was open.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 10, 2024
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.
There was a clear unlabeled bottle on top of the sink in the Teamwork bathroom .
Corrected Corrected by Sep 20, 2024
Category: ratio. 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.
There was peeling paint on the wall by the cozy corner in the Picasso room. There was damaged plaster on the bottom of the wall by the door in the gross motor room.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 30, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.91(a) · Stairways, hallways, exits from rooms, exits from the facility and other means of egress serving as an exit shall be unobstructed.
There was a large plastic bin on wheels obstructing the stairway.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 30, 2024
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 clear cracked bin in the teamwork room.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 30, 2024
Category: physical safety. 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 #--- may not work in a child care position at the facility.
The file for staff # 5 lacked a copy of the disclosure statement.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 20, 2024
Category: background checks. 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.
There was an unlabeled bottle with a blue liquid under the sink in the Teamwork room bathroom.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 19, 2024
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.69(b) · Hot water temperature, in areas accessible to children, may not exceed 110° F.
The water temperature in the toddler room sink was 129.6° F.
Corrected Corrected by May 3, 2024
Category: physical safety. 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 emergency plan lacks information regarding the strategize on how they will pay for repairs, pay staff and pay bills during the aftermath of the disaster on their Continuity of Operations Plan.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 29, 2024
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.161(e) · Fresh fruits and vegetables that are not used on the day of purchase shall be refrigerated.
There were 2 crates with bananas and apples in the kitchen that were not refrigerated.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 19, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.21/3270.133(3) · Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. 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.
A 1 fl oz bottle of Onnit Instant Melatonin 3mg, Lavender Flavor, Dietary Supplement spray was observed in the medication box located in the Toddler Room. The spray lacked a label identifying the intended child. Based on staff statements, staff would spray the toddler's nap mats with 2 sprays before the children lied down to help them sleep. Staff no longer use the spray because the children are not having trouble sleeping at nap time.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 19, 2024
Category: health medication. 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.
The file for staff # 1 contained a current emergency plan training dated 6/26/23 that was not obtained within a year of the previous emergency plan training dated 3/11/22. The file for staff #2 lacked an emergency plan training.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 19, 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).
The file for staff # 1 contained a current FBI clearance dated 7/5/23, that was not renewed within 60 months of the prior FBI clearance dated 5/6/18. The file for staff # 2 contained a current FBI clearance dated 2/16/24, that was not renewed within 60 months of the prior FBI clearance dated 2/15/19.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 19, 2024
Category: background checks. 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 2 contained a current staff evaluation dated 1/14/24 that was conducted more that 12 months from the previous staff evaluation dated 12/19/22.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 19, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. 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.
There was a multiplug with 3 uncovered electrical outlets in the toddler room accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 19, 2024
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.
There was a Roden Repellent under the teamwork room bathroom sink labeled" Keep out of reach of children".
Corrected Corrected by Mar 19, 2024
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 an orange cracked lid in the Lady Bug room. There were 2 cracked clear bins and 1 lid in the Picasso room. There was a blue plastic bin with a cracked corner,2 cracked clear bins and 1 cracked lid in the Teamwork room.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 19, 2024
Category: physical safety. 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 children # 3 and 4 lacked the work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent on the emergency contact form.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 19, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(5) · Emergency contact information must include information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant or CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation.
The files for child # 1 and 3 lacked the information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant or CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation, on the Emergency contact form.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 19, 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 file for child # 4 lacked the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released on the emergency contact form.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 19, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.133(7) · An operator is responsible to establish and maintain a medication log if prescription or nonprescription medication is administered.
The operator was not maintaining a medication log for a prescription medication, Nystatin Crean USP for child # 5.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 19, 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.
The file for staff # 1 contained a current health assessment dated 2/24/23. It was not obtained within 24 months of the previous assessment dated. 10/7/20.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 19, 2024
Category: ratio. 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 emergency plan lacked accommodations for infants and children with disabilities.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 19, 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.
According to the Fire Detection System Test Log, the tests were greater than 30 days apart from 9/12/23 to 10/18/23.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 19, 2024
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.
The file for child # 2 contained a current health report that was provider after 60 days. The child was in care longer than 60 days without initial health report. The file for child # 4 contained a current health report that was provider after 60days. The child was in care longer than 60 days without initial health report.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 19, 2024
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.
Second citation previously cited on 03/09/2023. The fire detection system testing log was observed to indicate that testing had not occurred at least once in a 30-day period as evidenced by a test on 4/4/23 and again on 5/8/23, which is a span of 34 days. The schedule which the operator submitted indicates the next text will be on 6/8/23 which is a span of 31 days. On 3/9/23 the log indicated tests on 6/13/22 and not again until 07/14/2022 a span of 31 days, and a test on 07/14/22 and not again until 08/23/22 a span of 40 days.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 2, 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 was observed to have an emergency plan that lacked a statement regarding continuity of operations. The facility denied having a Policy regarding Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome, Abusive Head Trauma, and Child Maltreatment.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 24, 2023
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.27(a)(3) · The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for a method for facility persons to contact parents as soon as reasonably possible when an emergency situation arises.
The facility was observed to have an emergency plan that lacked a method for facility persons to contact parents as soon as reasonably possible when an emergency situation arises.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 21, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.27(a)(4) · The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for a method for facility persons to inform parents that the emergency has ended and to provide instruction as to how parents can safely be reunited with their children.
The facility was observed to have an emergency plan that lacked a method for facility persons to contact parents to inform them that the emergency has ended and to provide instruction as to how parents can safely be reunited with their children.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 14, 2023
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 facility was observed to lack documentation that the parent of each enrolled child was provided a letter explaining the emergency procedures.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 14, 2023
Category: physical safety. 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).
At 8:55 the giraffe room was observed to have 2 staff and two volunteers. Staff # 4 identified 7 children: 6 PS and 1 OT. Staff #5 identified a 3 YT. Per conversation with staff #4 CR asked who was supervising 2 YT and 1 OT sitting at the table, that neither staff identified. Staff# 4 asked staff #5 why she didn't claim the other children, staff #5 appeared confused. CR told staff #4 that staff #5 was out of ratio since she will then have 5 YT and 1 OT. Staff #4 recognized that she was aware. At 9:15 staff #1 came in and the group was split. Staff #1 took 6 PS to the Picasso room and staff #4 and #5 stayed in the giraffe room with 5YT and 2 OT.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 9, 2023
Category: supervision. 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 tube of Colgate mild bubble fruit toothpaste labeled keep out of reach of children under 6 years of age was observed to be stored in a red duffle bag within reach of children under the age of 6.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 21, 2023
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.66(c) · Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be used in a way that does not contaminate play surfaces, food, food preparation areas and does not constitute a hazard to the children.
A re-usable HDX spray bottle without the contents labeled was observed to be stored on the counter in the kitchen adjacent to packages of Hamburger Buns, and potato chips. A plastic container of disposable disinfecting wipes was observed to be stored on the counter in the kitchen next to packages of Hamburger Buns and potato chips.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 9, 2023
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.75(a) · A first-aid kit shall be in a child care space.
The facility was observed to lack a first aid kit in classroom #3.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 21, 2023
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.
The facility was observed to possess a tripping hazard on the landing return of the stairs leading to the upstairs classrooms. This is evidenced by the flooring lacking a cap or covering and permits the flooring to catch toe ends. There are 9 boxes being stored on the stairway's landing return leading to the upstairs classrooms and kitchen.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 14, 2023
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.
The facility was observed to have damaged or peeling paint on the purple wall in classroom #4, in the doorway from the top of the stairs in classroom #3, on the white wall under the mural in the Ladybug room, and on the white wall near the corner by the play cube in the Giraffe room, the stairway banister handrail, and by the main entry door.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 21, 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.
A bin in the Giraffe room that contained shape puzzles was observed to have cracks, and broken edges. A bin in the Ladybug room that contained cookie cutters was observed to have cracks and broken edges. Two bins in classroom #4, one that contained toy binoculars, and one that contained Magna Tiles were observed to have cracks and broken edges.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 21, 2023
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.
The facility was observed to have a wooden shelf in the Ladybug room outside the bathroom that was unstable and loose, and a wooden chair that was broken was observed in the gross motor space.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 21, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.111(a) · A written plan of daily activities and routines, including a time for free play shall be established for each group. The plan shall be flexible to accommodate the needs of individual children and the dynamics of the group.
The facility was observed to lack a written plan of daily activities in the Gross Motor Space.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 21, 2023
Category: physical safety. 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.
Staff person #4 and #5 were observed to be caring for a group of 13 mixed age level children. Staff person #4, and #5 named 10 of the 13 children, leaving 3 children unassigned to a responsible adult.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 21, 2023
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3) · Emergency contact information must include the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care. A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission.
The file for child #2 lacked consent signed by the parent for the emergency medical care on the emergency contact form.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 21, 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.
The Files for child #1 and #4 were observed to have an emergency contact form that lacked the insurance policy number.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 21, 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.
The file for child #2 was observed to contain an emergency contact form that lacked the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released on the emergency contact form.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 21, 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 # 1, #4, and #5 were observed to have emergency contact forms and financial agreement forms that were not updated at least once in a 6-month period as evidenced by the forms for child #1 being dated 8/15/22, the forms for child #4 are dated 3/7/23, and the forms for child #5 are dated 10/31/21.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 21, 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 #3 was observed to contain an immunization record that does not demonstrate the child's immunized status is in accordance with the recommendations of the ACIP.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 21, 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 files for staff persons #2 and #3 were observed to lack a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting as evidenced by the health assessment for staff person #2 being dated 9/16/22, and the file for staff person #3 does not contain a health assessment.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 21, 2023
Category: ratio. 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 file for child #2 was observed to contain an emergency contact form that lacked consent signed by the parent for the administration of minor first aid procedures by the facility.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 21, 2023
Category: ratio. 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 was observed to have an emergency plan that lacked accommodations for toddlers.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 21, 2023
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.
The fire detection system testing log was observed to indicate that testing had not occurred at least once in a 30 day period as evidenced by a test on 6/13/22 and not again until 07/14/2022 a span of 31 days, and a test on 07/14/22 and not again until 08/23/22 a span of 40 days.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 21, 2023
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 facility was observed to lack documentation that the parent of each child enrolled was provided with information on how to access the regulations in this chapter electronically and with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional child care office.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 21, 2023
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.27(f) · The operator shall send a copy of the emergency plan and subsequent plan updates to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.
The facility was observed to lack documentation that the operator sent a copy of the emergency plan to the local municipality.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 14, 2023
Category: physical safety. 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.
The files for children #1, 4 and 5 were observed to lack an initial health report. The file for child #3 was observed to contain a current initial health report that was obtained after 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility, as evidenced by the child's start date of 9/20/21 and the health report is dated 3/21/22.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 21, 2023
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 fire detection system tests were greater than 30 days apart from 6/12/22-7/14/22.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 14, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.91(a) · Stairways, hallways, exits from rooms, exits from the facility and other means of egress serving as an exit shall be unobstructed.
The small hallway between the Genius and Teamwork room was partially obstructed by 2 stacks of child-sized chairs and plastic play tool bench and a play wooden oven.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 23, 2022
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.
There was a pair of adult scissors on a low cubby in the Teamwork room, making them accessible to the preschoolers in care at the time.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 25, 2022
Category: health medication. 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.
The last two emergency plan trainings in the file for #4 were dated more than 12 months apart. There was no emergency plan training in the file for facility person #2, #8 and #9.
Corrected Corrected by May 31, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(e)(4)(i) · 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.
The file for staff person #7 included an online-only FA/CPR training provided by "NewLife CPR." Their previous FA/CPR training expired 1/11/22.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 6, 2022
Category: ratio. 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 last fire safety training in the file for staff person #4 and #7 was more than 12 months ago.
Corrected Corrected by May 31, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. 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.
The agreement form in the file for child #4 did not specify the release persons.
Corrected Corrected by May 31, 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. Facility Person #2, #8 and #9 may not work in a child care position at the facility.
The file for staff person #3 included a disclosure statement dated after they began working with children. The file for staff person #5 did not include a state police or NSOR clearance or proof of requests for the clearances before they began working with children. The files for facility person #2, #8 and #9 did not include a disclosure statement and included results from the "Dru Sjodin" national sex offender public registry, which is an unacceptable sex offender registry certificate.
Corrected Corrected by May 31, 2022
Category: background checks. 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 mandated reporter training in the file for facility person #2, #8 and #9 included an unacceptable Mandated Reporter training conducted by the Foster Grandparent Program.
Corrected Corrected by May 31, 2022
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.
There was not an evaluation in the file for staff person #4 , employed more than 12 months. The last evaluation in the file for staff person #1 was more than 12 months ago.
Corrected Corrected by May 31, 2022
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). .
Upon entering the facility at approximately 9:30 am, staff person #1 and facility person #2 were observed in the Picasso room with 8 children, a combined group of 4 young toddlers and 4 older toddlers. At the same time, staff person #3 was observed coming into the classroom. When asked who was responsible for the 8 children when staff person #3 wasn't in the room, staff person #1 stated they were responsible for all 8 children. Facility person #2 was a foster grandparent volunteer and could not be in ratio.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 23, 2022
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.62(c) · Outdoor or indoor play space shall be safe for large muscle activity.
There was a large TV mount stand, a bookcase and a table observed in the facility's indoor gross motor space.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 6, 2022
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(a)(6) · An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission.
The agreement form in the file for child #5 did not include the child's admission date.
Corrected Corrected by May 31, 2022
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.
In the Teamwork room's bathroom, there was a tube of Crest kid's toothpaste on the sink and two tubes of Crest Kid's toothpaste on the low window sill, making them accessible to the preschoolers in care at the time. In the Ladybug room's bathroom, there were two tubes of Crest Kid's toothpaste on the sink, making them accessible to the preschoolers in care at the time. The toothpaste included instructions to keep out of the reach of children under 6 years old. In the Picasso room, there was a container of disinfecting wipes on the diaper table, making them accessible to some of the toddlers in care at the time. There were alcohol pads in the first-aid kit on the bathroom floor in the Ladybug room, making them accessible to the preschoolers in care at the time. All items included instructions to keep out of the reach of children.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 23, 2022
Category: health medication. 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.
There was an unlabeled plastic spray bottle containing a clear liquid in the Ladybug room.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 23, 2022
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.72(d) · Windows or doors above the ground floor that open directly to the outdoors and are accessible to children shall be constructed, modified or adapted to limit the opening to 6 or fewer inches.
The first window in the Teamwork room and the first window in the Genius room were able to open more than 6 inches.as both windows were unlocked and their safety latches were not engaged. Both rooms are on the second floor and the windows open directly to the outdoors and are accessible to children.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 23, 2022
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.74 · The telephone number of the nearest hospital, police department, fire department, ambulance and poison control center shall be posted by each telephone in the facility.
The list of emergency phone numbers in all child care rooms did not include a number for the ambulance.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 26, 2022
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.75(b) · A first-aid kit must be inaccessible to children.
There was a first aid kit on the bathroom floor in the Ladybug's room.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 5, 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 long thin crack at the top of the front wall in the Ladybug room, near the ceiling.
Corrected Corrected by May 31, 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.
The garbage can in the Ladybug bathroom was not lidded.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 27, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(b) · A parent shall receive the original agreement. The facility shall retain a copy of the agreement.
The agreement form in the file for child #2, #3 and #5 included highlighting or different colors of ink. Based on conversation with the operator, the forms were the original agreement forms.
Corrected Corrected by May 31, 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 emergency contact information in the file for child #2 did not include a work address and phone number for the child's father. The emergency contact information in the file for child #5 did not include a home or work phone number or a work address for the child's mother.
Corrected Corrected by May 31, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(f) · 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
The last update in writing by a parent on the emergency contact information in the file for child #1, #2 and #3 was more than 6 months ago.
Corrected Corrected by May 31, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(b)(1) · The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddler
The last health report in the file for child #5, a young toddler, was dated more than 6 months ago.
Corrected Corrected by May 31, 2022
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.
The last health report in the file for child #1, a preschooler, was dated more than 12 months ago.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 27, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(d)(7) · A health report shall include a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.
The last health report in the file for child #1 did not include a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.
Corrected Corrected by May 31, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(e)(2)(i) · 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 file for child #1, a preschooler, and child #2, an older toddler, did not include evidence of a flu shot. The file for child #5, a 20-month old, was missing 1 of 4 DTAP vaccinations. None of the files included a written statement of exemption by a parent.
Corrected Corrected by May 31, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.134(e) · A child shall have a labeled toothbrush if brushing teeth is a program activity.
The 8 children's toothbrushes observed in the Teamwork room's bathroom were unlabeled. Four of them had no names at all and the other four had the child's name on the mounted storage rack but not on the toothbrush. There was one unlabeled toothbrush in the Picasso room's bathroom.
Corrected Corrected by May 31, 2022
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.134(f) · Toothbrushes shall be stored with the bristles up and exposed to circulating air.
There was a toothbrush in the Picasso room's bathroom that had a plastic cap on it and was in a Ziploc baggie.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 23, 2022
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 health assessment and the TB screening in the file for staff person #5 was dated more than 12 months before the individual began working with children.
Corrected Corrected by May 23, 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 health assessment and TB screening in the file for staff person #5 was dated more than 12 months before the individual began working with children. The TB screening in the file for staff person #3 was dated more than 12 months before the individual began working with children.
Corrected Corrected by May 23, 2022
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 last update in writing by a parent on the emergency contact information in the file for child #1 was dated more than 6 months ago. The last update in writing by a parent on the emergency contact information and the agreement form in the file for child #2 and #3 was dated more than 6 months ago.
Corrected Corrected by May 31, 2022
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
The file for staff person #3 included only one letter of reference. The file for facility person #2, #8 and #9 did not include any reference letters.
Corrected Corrected by May 31, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.27(a)(6) · Emergency drills shall be conducted annually. Annual emergency drills shall be documented and on file at the facility.
Based on conversation, the facility had not conducted an emergency drill in the last 12 months.
Corrected Corrected by May 31, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. 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.
The only FA/CPR training in the file for staff person #3 and #6 was an online-only training provided by "NewLife CPR."
Corrected Corrected by Jun 6, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.94(a)(4) · 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 hypothetical location for the four fire drills conducted between September 2021 and January 2022 was listed as the "Teamwork room."
Corrected Corrected by Apr 5, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 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.
For all fire drills dated between 4/7/21 and 3/14/22, the participating facility persons were documented as "Director and staff."
Corrected Corrected by May 31, 2022
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.
There were five times when the facility's fire detection system was tested between 33 and 47 days apart. The last testing date documented was more than 30 days ago.
Corrected Corrected by May 23, 2022
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.
The file for staff person #7 included 9.5 hours of childcare training between 12/19/20 and 12/19/21.
Corrected Corrected by May 31, 2022
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.
The initial health report in the file for child #4, a school-ager, was dated beyond the child's first 60 days in attendance.
Corrected Corrected by May 31, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.171(a) · An operator shall notify local traffic safety authorities annually in writing of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the child care facility.
Based on conversation with the operator, the annual traffic letter had been sent to the local municipality, but a copy was not available at the time of the inspection.
Corrected Corrected by May 31, 2022
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.113(b) · A facility person may not use any form of physical punishment, including spanking a child.
Staff person #1 hit child #1 in the forehead, then grabbed the child's hat, pull it down over the child's face and shook the child's head.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 23, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.113(c) · A facility person may not single out the child for ridicule, threaten harm to the child or the child's family and may not specifically aim to degrade the child or the child's family.
Staff person #1 hit child #1 in the forehead, then grabbed the child's hat, pull it down over the child's face and shook the child's head.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 23, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.