Kindercare Learning Center 073022

3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services).

The file for staff person # 7 contained a mandated reporter training certificate that was dated 6-25-20 and updated on 12-8-25. The training was obtained beyond the 60-month timeframe as outlined in CPSL. The file for staff person #11 contained a PA State Police clearance that was dated 7-25-20 and updated on 12-11-25 and the Child Abuse clearance on file was dated 7-28-20 and updated on 12-18-25. The clearances on file were obtained beyond the 60-month timeframe as outlined in CPSL. The file for staff person #12 contained a Mandated Reporter training certificate that was dated 7-9-20 and updated on 12-11-25 and the Child Abuse clearance on file was dated 7-9-20 and updated on 12-17-25. The training certificate and clearance was obtained beyond the 60-month timeframe as outlined in CPSL. The file for staff person #14 contained a Mandated Reporter training certificate that was dated 8-3-20 and updated on 12-11-25 and the DHS FBI clearance on file was dated 8-5-20 and updated on 12-16-25. The training certificate and clearance was obtained beyond the 60-month timeframe as outlined in CPSL.

Corrected by Jan 30, 2026

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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.

It was observed that the faucet in Preschool classroom was loose to the touch and need repair. (CORRECTED ONSITE)

Corrected by Jan 9, 2026

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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 Facility person #4 did not contain the required one-hour Pennsylvania health and safety update 2022 by December 30, 2022 as outlined in Announcement C-22-06.

Corrected by Feb 19, 2024

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3270.31(f) · Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10.

The file for facility person #6 contained a completed pediatric first aid and CPR training certificate after the required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric first aid and cpr training course.

Corrected by Dec 14, 2023

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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.

It was observed that 2 windows in the Preschool and infant room could be opened more than 6 inches and did not have window screens.

Corrected by Jan 28, 2024

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3270.123(a)(3) · The services to be provided to the family and the child, including the Department's approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided. The operator shall complete and update the form and provide a copy to the family in accordance with the updates regarding emergency contact information in § 3270.124(f) (relating to emergency contact information).

The file for child #8 contained Child Service Reports (CSR) with dates of 3.21.23 and 10.4.23 which exceeded the 6-month frame.

Corrected by Oct 4, 2023

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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 facility person #3 and facility person # 15 did not have an updated health assessment completed within 24 months of their prior assessment. The file for facility person #3 contained health assessments dated 8/10/2021 and 10/16/2023. The file for facility person #15 contained health assessments dated 5/10/21 and 7/3/2023.

Corrected by Oct 16, 2023

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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 designated staff person # 10 tested the smoke detectors on ,1.10.23 to 2.15.23, (36 days) to 3.19.23 (32 days), and 4.12.23, to 5.17.23 (35 days) to 6.19.23, and 8.10.23 (52 days) to 9.11.23 (32 days) to 10.17.23 (36 days) to 11.20.23 (34 days) to 12.22.23 (32 days), which is greater than the allowable 30 days between testing.

Corrected by Feb 14, 2024

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3270.27(a)(6) · Emergency drills shall be conducted annually. Annual emergency drills shall be documented and on file at the facility.

It was observed that the operator did not have documentation to support that an emergency drill was conducted annually.

Corrected by Jul 8, 2022

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3270.31(f) · Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10.

Facility persons #3, #4, #6, and #13 did not complete the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): (1) Prevention and control of infectious diseases (including immunization) and the establishment of a grace period that allows homeless children and children in foster care to receive services under this subchapter while their families (including foster families) are taking necessary action to comply with immunization and other health and safety requirements. (2) Prevention of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome and use of safe sleep practices. (3) Administration of medication, consistent with standards for parental consent. (4) Prevention of and response to emergencies due to food and allergic reactions. (5) Building and physical premises safety, including identification of and protection from hazards that can cause bodily injury such as electrical hazards, bodies of water and vehicular traffic. (6) Prevention of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma. (7) Emergency preparedness and response planning for emergencies resulting from a natural disaster or a man-caused event (such as violence at a child care facility) within the meaning of those terms under section 602(a)(1) of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C.A. § 5195a(a)(1)). (8) Handling and storage of hazardous materials and appropriate disposal of biocontaminants. (9) Precautions when transporting children.

Corrected by Jul 7, 2022

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3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services).

The file for facility person #21 contained State Police Clearances dated 1.16.17 with an update on 3.7.22, and Child Abuse Clearances dated 1.22.17 with an update on 3.8.22. Clearances were not updated within the 60 months timeframe as required under CPLS.

Corrected by Aug 1, 2022

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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 facility person # 21 included a health assessment dated 6.3.20 and the file for facility person #24 included a health assessment dated 12.13.19 and 3.2.22. The files did not contain an updated health assessment completed within 24 months of their prior assessment. The files for Facility person #7 contained a health assessment dated 2.28.22 and Facility person #8 contained a health assessment dated 2.3.22, both were obtained after providing initial service in a childcare setting.

Corrected by Jul 8, 2022

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