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Home › PA › Windber › Ywca Kuddle Korner Day Care
119 Hoffman Ave Ste 1, Windber PA 15963 · License #CER-00248478 · Center · Child Care Center
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3270.106(a)/3270.113(e) · 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. A facility person may not restrain a child by using bonds, ties or straps to restrict a child's movement or by enclosing the child in a confined space, closet or locked room. The prohibition against restraining a child does not apply to the use of adaptive equipment prescribed for a child with special needs.
Observed the rest equipment for child #1, an older toddler, over 24 months placed in a large play pen. The play pen had a manufacturer's label "for use of children 0-24 months." Staff #2 reported child #1 is placed in the play pen to "keep her from getting out and to the other kids." Therefore, the play pen was used as a form of restraint and not according to the manufacturer's guidelines.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 19, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.113(a) · Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises. Children must be supervised at all times.
Observed staff #1 in the toddler space located upstairs during nap time. The room lacked sufficient lighting to effectively supervise. In addition, staff #1 was the only staff member in the room and they were sitting in the far corner of the room on a recliner/rocker looking at her cellphone. Therefore, not providing proper supervision to the children for which she was responsible.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 13, 2025
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
Category: supervision. 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.
Second citation, previously cited on 9-18-25, the file of child #2 lacked an emergency contact form with the complete address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 17, 2025
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.
The files of staff #1, #3, and #4 had annual evaluations completed more than 12 months apart.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 18, 2025
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 file of staff #2 lacked documentation of completing the 1 hour Health and Safety Training update.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 30, 2025
Category: ratio. 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 files of staff #1, #3, and #4 had documentation of completing Fire Safety training late due to the fact they completed more than 12 months apart.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 18, 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). SAFETY PLAN: The operator is required to submit to the Children and Youth Agency a plan of supervision or alternate arrangement as required by the Child Protective Services Law. PROVISIONAL HIRE UNSUPERVISED: A provisional employee may not be permitted to work alone with children and must work within the vicinity of a permanent employee. 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 of staff #1 had late clearances due to the fact they were dated: PSP 4-21-25 and 3-1-20; and Child Abuse: 3-11-25 and 3-1-20. The file of staff #2 had late clearances due to the fact a complete clearance was dated 4-14-20 and another report, but not PSP was dated 9-13-22. Therefore, the valid clearance was more than 60 months.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 18, 2025
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.102(c) · Outdoor equipment that requires embedded mounting must be mounted over a loose-fill or unitary playground protective surface covering that meets the recommendations of the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission. The equipment must be anchored firmly and be in good repair.
Observed on the outdoor place space, Step 2 Skyward Summit rock wall climber lacking 9" of loose fill due to the fact the fill measured less than 2 inches.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 30, 2025
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 of children #3, #5, #6, and #7 lacked emergency contact forms with the enrolling parents' complete work addresses and phone numbers.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 30, 2025
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 file of child #7 lacked an emergency contact form with information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent or physician or "NA" if not applicable.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 18, 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 of children #3 and #6 lacked emergency contact forms with the complete addresses of the individuals designated by the parents to whom the children may be released.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 18, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(c) · When children are in the facility, emergency contact information shall be present in a child care space for children receiving care in the space.
At the time of the inspection, there were not copies of the emergency contact forms for children #2 and #5 in the rooms where they were observed to be receiving care.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 18, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.133(5) · Medication shall be stored in accordance with the manufacturer's or health professional's instructions on the original label.
Observed prescription medication for child #4 with an expiration date of 6/2025.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 30, 2025
Category: ratio. 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.
Observed medication for children #1 and #3 but not medication logs.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 30, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.182(5)/3270.182(6) · 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. A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading.
The file of child #5 lacked an emergency contact form with signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff and signed parental consent for walking excursions.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 18, 2025
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.192(2)(iii) · 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 of staff #5 had Mandated Reporter training completed more than 60 months apart due to the fact they were dated 4-29-25 and 2-29-20.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 18, 2025
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.
At the time of the inspection, there was not documentation an emergency drill was conducted annually.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 19, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. 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.
At the time of the inspection, there was not documentation the emergency plan was sent to the local municipality.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 18, 2025
Category: physical safety. 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.
Observed loose sheets in the in the pack and plays labeled for child #1 and #2. Observed in preschool #1 and #2 rooms, adult scissors accessible to children.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 12, 2024
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 of staff #3 had FBI clearances more than 60 dates apart due to the fact they were dated 2-22-24 and 1-15-19.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 11, 2024
Category: background checks. 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 of children #2, #5, #7, and #8 lacked emergency contact forms with the full address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 11, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(iii) · An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.
The file of staff #2, an AGS had proof of 1.5 years' experience rather than 2 years' experience.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 11, 2024
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.37(b)(3)/3270.192(2)(ii) · An aide shall have a minimum of an 8th grade education and 2 years of experience with children. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.
The file of staff #1, an aide, lacked documentation of education at initial employment. The education on file was a high school diploma dated May 2024, which was approximately 2 months after initial hire.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 11, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. 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.
Observed sinks in both toddler rooms too high for the able children to reach; furthermore, staff reported lifting and holding the toddlers at the sinks to wash their hands.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 12, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.103 · Toys and objects with a diameter of less than 1 inch, objects with removable parts that have a diameter of less than 1 inch, plastic bags and styrofoam objects may not be accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths.
Observed in the preschool #2 room, plastic bags accessible due to the fact they were in the bottom left unlocked drawer of the teacher's desk.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 11, 2024
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.
Observed a pack and play not labeled for child #3.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 11, 2024
Category: physical safety. 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 files of children #1, #2, and #8 lacked an agreement with the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 11, 2024
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 file of child #6 had an agreement that lacked an enrollment date.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 11, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.133(4) · Medication shall be stored in a locked area of the facility or in an area that is out of the reach of children.
Observed an Epi-pen for child #4 stored in their backpack hanging on a hook in the classroom accessible to children.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 14, 2024
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.
There was not a medication log for prescription medication observed for child #4.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 12, 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.
Based on the smoke detection testing log and information from the director, testing of the system is done more than 30 days apart at times because the testing is done monthly.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 12, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) · Staff persons shall participate, at least annually, in firesafety training conducted by a fire protection professional. Staff persons and volunteers shall receive training in maintenance of smoke detectors, the duties of facility persons during a fire drill and during a fire and the use of the facility's fire extinguishers, not including discharge of the fire suppressant agent.
Observed staff file #1, 6, 10, 11, 13, 14 contained documentation of updated fire safety training which was conducted more than 12 months after the previous completed fire safety training.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 3, 2023
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 #5 will have 11/18/23 to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #5 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an AGS who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff available to supervise staff #5, staff #5 may not work in a childcare position at the facility.
Observed staff person #5 has not completed the following pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Staff #5 has not completed 3270.31(f1-9).
Corrected Corrected by Oct 4, 2023
Category: supervision. 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, 5, 8, and 9 - may not work in a childcare position at the facility.
Observed staff file #2 contained a CPSL required disclosure statement which was not signed by a witness. Observed staff file #3 contained a CPSL required disclosure statement which was signed on 2/1/23 which is after staff #3 started in a childcare position (1/16/23). Observed staff file #5, contained a CPSL required disclosure statement which was not signed by a witness. Observed staff file #5, who has been in a childcare position for 4 months did not contain a child abuse clearance or a NSOR verification letter. Observed staff file #7, a provisional hire, contained a NSOR verification letter which was dated more than 45 days after staff #7 started in a childcare position. Observed staff file #8, a provisional hire, did not contain a child abuse clearance which is required to be on file for a provisional hire. Observed staff file #9, contained a criminal background clearance which had a status of request pending.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 6, 2023
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.36(b)(5) · An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children.
Observed staff file #2, 3, 5, 7, 9, 12 did not contain documentation of 2 years of experience with children.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 6, 2023
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.37(b)(3) · An aide shall have a minimum of an 8th grade education and 2 years of experience with children.
Observed staff file #9, an aide, did not contain documentation of an 8th grade education and 2 years of experience with children.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 6, 2023
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.
Observed in the small preschool room, two electrical outlets and one on the end of a string of decorative lights which did not have protective receptacle covers.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 3, 2023
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.
Observed hand sanitizer, labeled keep out of the reach of children, accessible to children on a low shelf in the preschool room. Observed hand sanitizer accessible to children on a low shelf in the upstairs cubby area. Observed hand sanitizer accessible to children on a bag on a low shelf in the young toddler refrigerator. Observed Fabreeze spray, labeled keep out of the reach of children, accessible to children on a low shelf in the downstairs bathroom and in an unlocked low cabinet in the infant room. Observed an instant ice pack, labeled keep out of the reach of children, accessible to children in an unlocked low cabinet in the infant room. Observed an unlocked closet on the first floor which contained paint, lysol cleaner, and disinfectant spray.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 3, 2023
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.66(e) · Arts and crafts materials shall be nontoxic.
Observed shaving cream, labeled keep out of the reach of children, store with the arts and crafts materials in both of the preschool room.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 3, 2023
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.72(b) · Windows or doors used for ventilation shall be screened when open.
Observed the middle window in the older toddler room, which was open for ventilation, had a damaged screen.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 3, 2023
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.
Observed a damaged corner with rough edges on a plastic camp house in the preschool/school age room.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 3, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.102(c) · Outdoor equipment that requires embedded mounting must be mounted over a loose-fill or unitary playground protective surface covering that meets the recommendations of the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission. The equipment must be anchored firmly and be in good repair.
Observed the embedded swing set in the preschool play area did not have the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission recommended 9 inches of loose-filled protective surface covering.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 3, 2023
Category: physical safety. 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.
Observed child file #1, 2, 3, and 4 contained incomplete original agreements.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 3, 2023
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.
Observed the emergency contact form for child file #4, did not contain the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 3, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(b)(2) · The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child.
Observed child file #5 contained a most recent health assessment dated 5/13/22, which was dated more than 15 months ago.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 4, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) · A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP. The facility shall implement dismissal policies in accordance with the Department of Health regulation in 28 Pa. Code § 27.77 (relating to immunization requirements for children in child care group settings).
Observed child file #5 and #4 did not contain written verification of ongoing flu vaccines administered in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 4, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.133(5) · Medication shall be stored in accordance with the manufacturer's or health professional's instructions on the original label.
Observed an expired epi pen in the locked medication box in the preschool/school age room.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 4, 2023
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.
Observed the operator did not have an established medication log for an epi pen, children's benadryl, and prescription diaper cream which are stored at used at the facility.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 4, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.134(a) · A staff person shall ensure that a child's hands are washed before meals and snacks, after toileting and after being diapered.
Observed the group of children in the preschool room, who were dancing and singing prior to lunch, did not wash their hands prior to sitting down to eat their lunch.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 3, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.151(a) · A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem.
Observed staff file #2 contained an incomplete initial health assessment which was obtained after providing initial service in a childcare setting. Observed staff file #4, contained an incomplete updated health assessment which was dated more than 24 months after the previous valid health assessment.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 6, 2023
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.192(5) · A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
Observed staff file # 2 did not contain two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 4, 2023
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.
Observed the documentation of emergency drills revealed that the most recent emergency drill was conducted on 6/6/22 which is more than 14 months ago.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 6, 2023
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.
Observed staff file #5 contained documentation of completed pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation which was completed more than 90 days after the date of hire.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 4, 2023
Category: health medication. 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.
Observed the operator did not send a copy of the updated emergency plan to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 3, 2023
Category: physical safety. 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 childcare facility.
Observed the facility did not notify the local traffic authorities annually in writing of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the childcare facility within the previous 12 months.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 3, 2023
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- may not work in a child care position at the facility until a valid child abuse clearance is obtained.
Observed staff file #2 contained a volunteer child abuse clearance which is not valid for child care employment.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 12, 2022
Category: background checks. 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.
Observed hand sanitizer, labeled keep out of the reach of children, accessible to children on a low shelf in the preschool room. Observed cleaning scrubber, accessible to children, in an unlocked low cabinet in the infant toddler room.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 6, 2022
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.
Observed multiple above ground windows, which were not restricted to 6 or fewer inches, in both preschool rooms and the toddler room.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 7, 2022
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.
Observed two ceiling vents in the infant room which needed to be cleaned. Observed an exposed bolt at the entrance gate to the preschool play area. Observed an elevated refrigerator in the toddler room which is a visible hazard and needs to be securely anchored to the wall.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 23, 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.
Observed a torn diaper changing pad in the infant diaper changing area. Observed in the toddler room, a bucket table which did not have the manufacturers safety straps for the seats.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 9, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.103 · Toys and objects with a diameter of less than 1 inch, objects with removable parts that have a diameter of less than 1 inch, plastic bags and styrofoam objects may not be accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths.
Observed in the toddler outdoor play area, many small objects/mulch with a diameter of less than 1 inch, accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 7, 2022
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(6) · Emergency contact information must include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.
Observed the emergency contact information for child file #1 did not contain the health insurance policy number.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 9, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(b)(7) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Observed the emergency contact information for child file #1 and #3 did not contain the complete address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 8, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(e)(1) · The facility shall require the parent to provide updated written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of ongoing vaccines administered to an infant, toddler or preschool child in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP.
Observed child file #2 and #3 did not contain written verification of ongoing flu vaccines administered in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 13, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.133(5) · Medication shall be stored in accordance with the manufacturer's or health professional's instructions on the original label.
Observed an expired epi pen on top of the refrigerator in the preschool/school age room.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 28, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.151(a) · A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem.
Observed staff file #1 contained an updated health assessment which was dated more than 26 months after the previous valid health assessment. Observed staff file #3 contained an initial health assessment which was dated more than 16 months prior to staff #3 began providing initial service in the child care setting. Observed staff file #4 contained an incomplete updated health assessment.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 9, 2022
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.94(a)(1) · The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that fire drills are conducted at least once every 60 days.
Observed the facility did not have documentation of completing a fire drill from December 2021 until May of 2022.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 8, 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.
Observed the facility did not have documentation of testing the fire alarms at least every 30 days and also did not have a fire alarm system annual testing letter.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 8, 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.
Observed staff file #4 contained 6 documented hours of child care training, out of the required 12 clock hours of child care training, during the period of 12/19/20-12/19/21.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 7, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. 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 files for Staff #4, #5, and #8 lacked Emergency Plan training at the time of initial employment.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 14, 2021
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.31(h) · 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. All staff persons shall complete the professional development under subsection (f): Pediatric First Aid and CPR.
The files for Staff #2, #3, and #6 lacked competence in the completion of training by a professional in the field of Pediatric first-aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) before the requirement of compliance on 6/17/21.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 14, 2021
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. Facility Person #5 and #7 may not work in a child care position at the facility.
The file for Staff #1 contained a State Police clearance that was not obtained within 60 months of the previous clearance (5/3/16 and 6/21/21). The file for Staff #1 contained a Child Abuse clearance that was not obtained within 60 months of the previous clearance (5/3/16 and 6/21/21). The file for Staff #1 contained a FBI clearance that was not obtained within 60 months of the previous clearance (6/3/16 and 6/23/21). The file for Staff #5 (DOH 6/10/21), working in child care at the time of inspection, lacked a complete FBI or State Police clearance and requests for the remaining clearances at time of hire, therefore she was incorrectly hired. The file for Staff # 7 contained a PDE FBI clearance.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 10, 2021
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 file for Staff #6 contained mandated reporter training that was not completed within 60 months of the previous training. Staff #6 dates of training, 6/21/15 and 8/18/20.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 14, 2021
Category: recordkeeping. 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.
The first aid kit located in the Preschool Room lacked tape.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 14, 2021
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.77(a) · Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.
In the Classroom 1, there was peeling paint along the green bookshelves on the back wall.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 12, 2021
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.
In the outdoor play space there was a small blue play chair that was cracked creating a pinch point.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 8, 2021
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(a)(4) · An agreement shall specify the child's arrival and departure times.
The Agreement for Child # 1 did not specify the child's arrival and departure times.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 8, 2021
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(c) · When children are in the facility, emergency contact information shall be present in a child care space for children receiving care in the space.
The Emergency Contact information was not present in Classroom 1 for Child #2. The child was present and receiving care in the room.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 8, 2021
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(f)(10) · Staff persons shall complete professional development in the following topics within 90 days of the date of hire: pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
The file for Staff # 9, (DOH 6/11/21) did not contain competence is the completion of training by a professional in the field of first-aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) within 90 days of hire.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 14, 2021
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.94(a)(1) · Fire drills are conducted at least once every 60 days.
Three previous fire drills since 12/2020 were conducted more than 60 days apart (1/12/21, 3/26/21, and 5/28/21.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 14, 2021
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.