Adams County Christian Academy

Upon inspection of each new childcare space, it was found that the hot water in the hand washing sink tested at 115 degrees Fahrenheit in both the Infant childcare space and the older toddler/preschool childcare space.

Upon inspection of each new childcare space and the entry way doors, it was found that the glass doors did not have a visual strip or other visual identification placed on the glass.

Upon inspection of each of the new childcare spaces, it was found that a written plan of daily activities was not posted in the infant childcare space.

The file of facility person #1 does not contain a signed disclosure statement. The file of facility person #2 contains a volunteer copy of a completed child abuse [dated 4.15.22]. The file does not contain a copy of request(s) for the approved PA Child Abuse Clearance.

Upon discussion with the facility director, it was found that the current facility emergency plans did not include details related to the continuity of operations in the event of a site emergency. In addition, it was found that no record was made of initial employment emergency plan training for either Facility Person #1 or Facility Person #2.

Upon inspection of the physical site area, it was found that the current facility emergency plan was not posted in a conspicuous location.

Upon discussion of the facility emergency plans with the director, it was found that a letter explaining the emergency procedures was not provided to the parents at the facility.

Upon inspection of the physical site in the preschool childcare space, it was found that the first aid kit was placed in a location accessible to children in care at that time.

Upon inspection of all spaces used by children in care, it was found that an area approximately one foot square in the female restroom had peeling paint and damaged wall surfaces on the lower wall of the stall area.

Upon visual inspection of the outdoor equipment, it was found that at least 3-4 pieces of playground equipment were embedded into the ground, but did not have loose fill or other approved playground surface covering.

Upon inspection of children's files, it was found that valid health assessments were not on file for Child #1, Child #3 and Child #4.

Upon inspection of personnel files, it was found that Facility Person #1 and #2 did not have a valid health assessments on file at the time of inspection.

Upon inspection of personnel files, it was found that Facility Person #1 and #2 did not have a tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment.

During discussion with the facility director, it was found that the operator had not created or sent a notification to local traffic safety authorities in writing of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the childcare facility.

Facility Person #2 self-identified as performing in the director role at the facility. An inspection of the personnel file found that documentation of 30 credit hours in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education or the human services field was not included, nor did the file include verification of 4 years of experience with children.

Upon inspection, Facility Person #1 was observed to be performing in an Assistant Group Supervisor role. The personnel file for Facility Person #1 did not contain any records of verification of childcare experience prior to service at the facility. Also, a valid college transcript was not included into the file to verify current status and coursework completion.

Upon inspection of children's records, it was found that Child #2 and Child #4 did not have the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care.

Upon inspection of children's records, it was found that Child #2 emergency contact information did not include health insurance coverage and policy number for the child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits.

Upon inspection of children's records, it was found that Child #3 and Child #4 emergency contact information did not include the address of the individual[s] designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

Upon inspection of the preschool childcare space, it was found that a written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency was not created and/or displayed in a conspicuous location in that space.

Upon inspection of children's records, it was found that Child #2 and Child #4 record did not contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.

Upon inspection of children's records, it was found that Child #3 and Child #4 record did not contain signed parental consent for transportation, which the facility acknowledged was part of their programming.

Upon inspection of children's records, it was found that a valid service agreement was not on file for Child #1 - Child #5.