Amazing Kidz Care INC

The file for staff person #1 included a PA Department of Education FBI Clearance dated 07/26/2023 in lieu of a DHS FBI Clearance. The file for staff person #3 included a volunteer Child Abuse Clearance dated 08/03/2024 in lieu of a Child Abuse Clearance for employment. The file for staff person #4 included a volunteer PA Criminal History Clearance in lieu of a Criminal History Clearance for employment.

The file for staff person #2 included annual emergency plan training which was not updated within 12 months of the previous training. The current training was documented on 09/03/2024 with the previous training completed in 8/22/2023. The file for staff person #6 included annual emergency plan training which was not updated within 12 months of the previous training. The current training was documented on 09/01/2024 with the previous training completed in 08/22/2023.

The file for staff person #4 included a health assessment with TB test results that were not conducted prior to providing initial service in a child care setting (see LIS code sheet). The file included a health assessment dated 11/03/2024 and a TB test result dated 10/31/2024. The file for staff person #7 did not include a health assessment with TB test results prior to providing initial service in a child care setting (see LIS code sheet). A health assessment was not on file.

The emergency contact information for child #6 did not include written parental consent for transportation. The emergency contact information for child #10 did not include written parental consent for transportation, the field included "YES" in lieu of a signature.

On 11/25/2024 at approximately 4:00 pm, observed staff person #6 return to the facility with a group of 1 young school age and 5 older school age children. Staff person #6 remained inside the van while the 6 children exited the vehicle. The children stood in front of the parked van while staff person #6 closed the van door and exited the vehicle. The children were not supervised while exiting the vehicle by an adult who remains outside the vehicle.

The file for child #2 included an initial health report which was not on file within 60 days of the first day of attendance (see LIS code sheet). The initial health report was dated 11/21/2024.

Provider failing to follow plans to maintain compliance regarding same violations from an inspection on 11/09/2023. Provider's plan to maintain compliance submitted on 12/15/2023 stated, "All agreements will be signed by both parent and operator." The agreement form for child #1, #2, #3, #4 and #5 was not signed by the operator. The contract/agreement used by the operator does not include the operator's signature.

Provider failing to follow plans to maintain compliance regarding same violations from an inspection on 11/09/2023 Provider's plan to maintain compliance submitted on 12/15/2023 stated, "All original agreement forms will be provided to parent at time of enrollment." The original agreement form for child #1, #2, #3, #4 and #5 was not provided to the parent at the time of enrollment. The facility retained the original agreement in the child's file.

The emergency contact information for child #6, #7, #8 and #9 did not include signed parental consent for emergency medical care prior to admission. The emergency contact information for child #10 did not include signed parental consent for emergency medical care prior to admission; the field included "YES" in lieu of a signature.

The emergency contact information for child #6, #7, #8 and #9 did not include signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures prior to admission. The emergency contact information for child #10 did not include signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures prior to admission; the field included "YES" in lieu of a signature.

The file for staff person #5 included a Bachelor of Arts diploma that did not include the field of study. A transcript was not included to verify qualifications.

Continued non-compliance, the file for staff person #5 included a PA Department of Education FBI clearance dated 08/09/2022 in lieu of the DHS FBI Clearance certificate. The file included a DHS FBI Clearance certificate dated 10/18/2018, which was not updated within 60 months. Previously cited on 11/09/2023.

**At approximately 8:20 am, observed staff person #1 and #2 in the gym with a mixed age group of 35 young and older school age children. Staff person #1 left with a group of 7 children (to transport them to school) leaving staff person #2 alone with 28 children until staff person #3 arrived approximately 5 minutes later. When asked the number of children staff person #2 had in care, staff person #2 was unable to provide the number of children and stated that were 12 children in their care group. When asked again for the number of children in the gym, they counted and missed 2 girls sitting in a corner of the gym. Staff person #3 named 12 children in their care group, when asked about the remaining 4 children who were unaccounted for, staff person #3 realized they were over ratio. At approximately 8:30 am the children began lining up to leave for school. Staff person #2 was asked who they were responsible for and stated, "this line and half of the other". Staff person #4 arrived while the children were lining up to transport a group of children to school.

At approximately 8:20 am, observed staff person #1 and #2 in the gym with a mixed age group of 35 young and older school age children. Staff person #1 left with a group of 7 children (to transport them to school) leaving staff person #2 alone with 28 children until staff person #3 arrived approximately 5 minutes later. When asked the number of children staff person #2 had in care, staff person #2 was unable to provide the number of children and stated that were 12 children in their care group. When asked again for the number of children in the gym, they counted and missed 2 girls sitting in a corner of the gym. Staff person #3 named 12 children in their care group, when asked about the remaining 4 children who were unaccounted for, staff person #3 realized they were over ratio. At approximately 8:30 am the children began lining up to leave for school. Staff person #2 was asked who they were responsible for and stated, "this line and half of the other". Staff person #4 arrived while the children were lining up to transport a group of children to school.

**At approximately 8:20 am, observed staff person #1 and #2 in the gym with a mixed age group of 35 young and older school age children. Staff person #1 left with a group of 7 children (to transport them to school) leaving staff person #2 alone with 28 children until staff person #3 arrived approximately 5 minutes later. When asked the number of children staff person #2 had in care, staff person #2 was unable to provide the number of children and stated that were 12 children in their care group. When asked again for the number of children in the gym, they counted and missed 2 girls sitting in a corner of the gym. Staff person #3 named 12 children in their care group, when asked about the remaining 4 children who were unaccounted for, staff person #3 realized they were over ratio. At approximately 8:30 am the children began lining up to leave for school. Staff person #2 was asked who they were responsible for and stated, "this line and half of the other". Staff person #4 arrived while the children were lining up to transport a group of children to school.

At approximately 8:20 am, observed staff person #1 and #2 in the gym with a mixed age group of 35 young and older school age children. Staff person #1 left with a group of 7 children (to transport them to school) leaving staff person #2 alone with 28 children until staff person #3 arrived approximately 5 minutes later. When asked the number of children staff person #2 had in care, staff person #2 was unable to provide the number of children and stated that were 12 children in their care group. When asked again for the number of children in the gym, they counted and missed 2 girls sitting in a corner of the gym. Staff person #3 named 12 children in their care group, when asked about the remaining 4 children who were unaccounted for, staff person #3 realized they were over ratio. At approximately 8:30 am the children began lining up to leave for school. Staff person #2 was asked who they were responsible for and stated, "this line and half of the other". Staff person #4 arrived while the children were lining up to transport a group of children to school.

Continued non-compliance, the file for staff person #7 did not include a health assessment with results of a tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment. (see LIS code sheet). The file for staff person #6 did not include a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to initial employment (see LIS code sheet); the health assessment on file for staff person #6 was completed on 05/29/2020. Previously cited on 11/09/2023.

Continued non-compliance, the Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED Training for staff person #5 completed on 08/23/2023 was not a Pediatric First Aid & CPR training in an approved curriculum with a PQAS approved instructor. Previously cited on 11/09/2023.

Continued non-compliance, the file for staff person #6 did not include verification of child care experience prior to service at the facility (see LIS code sheet); the file included a HS Diploma without additional documentation to qualify as an assistant group supervisor. Previously cited on 11/09/2023.

The file for staff person #1 included a PA Department of Education FBI clearance dated 08/05/2020 in lieu of the DHS FBI Clearance certificate. The file included a DHS FBI Clearance certificate dated 09/25/2018, which was not updated within 60 months. The file for staff person #5 included a PA Department of Education FBI clearance dated 08/09/2022 in lieu of the DHS FBI Clearance certificate. The file included a DHS FBI Clearance certificate dated 10/18/2018, which was not updated within 60 months. The file for staff person #6 included documentation of an FBI clearance which was not requested prior to their first day caring for children (see LIS code sheet); staff person #6 was fingerprinted on 10/31/2023 and the FBI clearance certificate was dated 10/31/2023. The file for staff person #7 included a PA Department of Education FBI clearance dated 06/29/2021 in lieu of the DHS FBI Clearance certificate. The file did not include a request for a DHS FBI Clearance at the time of initial hire (see LIS code sheet). The file for staff person #8 did not include a copy of the request for the NSOR clearance at the time of initial hire (see LIS code sheet); the request for the NSOR clearance…

Observed staff person #2 was the only facility person present with 10 school-age children in care from approximately 8:20 - 8:35 am when their bus arrived. The remaining 5 staff persons left the facility at or before 8:20 am to transport children to school.

The file for staff person #2 did not include an updated health assessment within 24 months of the previous health assessment; the most recent health assessment of file was dated 12/09/2020. The file for staff person #3 did not include an updated health assessment within 24 months of the previous health assessment; the most recent health assessment of file was dated 10/05/2021. The file for staff person #7 did not include a health assessment with results of a tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment. (see LIS code sheet). The file for staff person #8 did not include a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to initial employment (see LIS code sheet); the health assessment on file for staff person #8 was completed on 05/29/2020.

The Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED Training for staff person #5 completed on 08/23/2023 was not a Pediatric First Aid & CPR training in an approved curriculum with a PQAS approved instructor.

The firesafety training for staff person #4 & #5 was not updated at least annually, the most recent firesafety training was completed on 09/15/2022.

The file for staff person #6 did not include verification of child care experience and education prior to service at the facility (see LIS code sheet); the file included a copy of a CDA without additional documentation to qualify as an assistant group supervisor. The file for staff person #8 did not include verification of child care experience prior to service at the facility (see LIS code sheet); the file included a HS Diploma without additional documentation to qualify as an assistant group supervisor.

The director did not complete a written evaluation for staff person #5 at least once every 12 months. The most recent evaluation was completed on 03/24/2022.

The agreement form for child #1, #2, #3, #4 and #5 was not signed by the operator.

The agreement form for child #1, #2, #3, #4 and #5 did not specify the amount of fee to be charged with the date on which the fee is to be paid.

The original agreement form for child #1, #2, #3, #4 and #5 was not provided to the parent at the time of enrollment. The facility retained the original agreement in the child's file.

Staff person #6 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #6 has not completed mandated reporter training within the last 60 months. This is evidenced by the previously documented mandated reporter training on file being dated 02/16/2017.

A copy of the emergency plan was not posted in a conspicuous location at the facility.

Observed an electrical outlet on the wall next to the computer located in the Snack Room which was not secured into the wall and did not have a cover plate.

A written plan of daily activities was not posted in the "Snack Room".

The health report for child #3 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.

Observed prescription medication for child #1 which was not in an original container.

The operator is not completing the medication log for child #1 when prescription medication is administered to the child.

Observed child #7 was transported by the facility without written parental consent for transportation.

Observed children 7 years of age and younger were being transported by the facility in 10 passenger vans utilizing the installed safety belt without the use of an appropriately sized booster seat

An annual emergency drill was not documented and on file at the facility.

The Director or designated staff person did not ensure Fire Drill were conducted at least once every 60 days. Documented fire drills exceeding 60 days were documented on 02/02/2022 - 04/09/2022 and 06/01/2022 - 09/12/2022.

The Director or designated staff person did not ensure a manual test of the fire detection system was completed at least once every 30 days. Documented tests of the fire detection system exceeding 30 days were documented on 12/01/2021 - 01/03/2022 - 02/11/2022, 03/02/2022 - 04/19/2022 and 06/03/2022 - 08/26/2022.

The operator did not send an annual notification to local traffic safety authorities of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the child care facility.

Fire safety training for staff person #5 and #6 was not completed at least annually. The most recent fire safety training was completed on 10/26/2022 with the previous training completed on 09/28/2022.

Staff person #2 has acceptable pediatric first aid/CPR training in an approved curriculum; however, the trainer has not provided documentation that they are PQAS-certified in that training topic. Staff person #8 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric First Aid & CPR and Get Started with Center-based Care: Building Blocks for Quality. Staff person #8 completed the online portion of the Red Cross Child and Baby First Aid/CPR/AED on 03/17/2022 but did not complete the Skills Session to complete the training. Staff person #8 completed the 6-hour "Health and Safety Basics: Requirements for Certification" training on 10/09/2018 which does not count toward the new Health and Safety Professional Development (PD) requirements as of June 30, 2018.

Staff person #6 has not completed mandated reporter training within the last 60 months. This is evidenced by the previously documented mandated reporter training on file being dated 02/16/2017.

The agreement form for child #2, #3, #4, #5 and #6 was not signed by the operator.

The agreement form for child #2, #4, #5 and #6 did not include the fee to be charged per day or week.

The agreement form for child #2, #4, #5 and #6 did not specify the date on which the fee is to be paid.

The agreement form for child #2, #4, #5 and #6 did not include the services to be provided to the family and the child.

The emergency contact information for child #6 did not include the work addresses of the enrolling parent.

The emergency contact information for child #2 and #3 did not include the complete address of the individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

The file for staff person #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7 lacked documentation of an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.

On 01/04/2022, the file for staff person #2, (initial start date caring for children 09/20/2021) included incomplete clearances & provisional hire documentation. The file contained a "Request Under Review" letter dated 09/21/2021 in lieu of a complete PA State Police Clearance, a Child Abuse Clearance dated 09/21/2021, an FBI clearance dated 09/10/2018 and an NSOR clearance dated 09/27/2021. Staff person #2 was observed working alone with children at the facility prior to obtaining a copy of the final results of the State Police Clearance. The results of the State Police Clearance dated 09/29/2021 was obtained by the facility on 01/04/2022 and included a rap sheet with misdemeanor charges that were not submitted to the regional office for review. On 01/04/2022, the file for staff person #3 included a Child Abuse clearance which was not updated within 60 months; the current Child Abuse Clearance on file is a volunteer clearance dated 08/05/2021 and the previous Child Abuse Clearance for employment was dated 05/02/2016. A volunteer clearance cannot be used for employment purposes. On 01/05/2021, the file for staff person #4 (initial start date caring for children 09/07/2021)…

On 12/10/2021, observed handwashing signs were not posted in each toilet stall located in the boys and girls bathrooms

On 01/04/2021, the health assessment for staff person #2 (with a start date working with children on 09/20/2021) was not completed prior to initial service in a child care setting; the health assessment was dated 10/12/2021. On 01/05/2021, the health assessment for staff person #4 (with a start date working with children on 09/07/2021) was not completed prior to initial service in a child care setting; the health assessment was dated 11/12/2021. On 01/05/2021, the health assessment for staff person #5 was not completed within 24 months; the most recent health assessment on file was dated 10/04/2021 with the previous dated 12/17/2018.

On 01/05/2021, the health assessment for staff person #4 (with an initial start date of 09/07/2021) did not include tuberculosis screening results.

On 12/10/2021, the facility did not have written notification of safe routes posted at a conspicuous location in the child care facility.

On 12/10/2021, observed the first aid kit in vehicle #1 did not include scissors, soap, tweezers or water. The first aid kit in vehicle #2 did not include scissors, tweezers or water.

The emergency plan does not provide for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.

On 12/10/2021, the smoke detector located in the "Snack" room was not operating. The operator did not maintain proof of purchase of the fire detection devices at the facility.

On 01/04/2022, the file for staff person #1 included Mandated Reporter training which was not updated every 60 months; the most recent Mandated Reporter training on file was completed on 07/13/2016. On 01/05/2022, the file for staff person #5 included Mandated Reporter training which was not updated every 60 months; the most recent Mandated Reporter training on file was completed on 07/13/2016.

On 01/04/2022, the file for staff person #2, did not include verification of child care experience to qualify as an Assistant Group Supervisor. Staff person #2 was observed working alone with children as an Assistant Group Supervisor.

On 12/10/2021, it was observed that the parents do not receive written information regarding the facility's general daily schedule, hours for which care is provided, fees, responsibilities for meals, clothing, health policies, supervision policies, dismissal policies, transportation and pick-up arrangements.

On 01/05/2022, the agreement for child #1, #2, #3, #4 and #5 were not signed by the operator. The agreement form created by the operator does not include the signature of the operator on the form.

On 01/05/2022, the agreement for child #1, #2, #3, #4 and #5 did not include the specific arrival and departure times for the child. The agreement form created by the operator includes the facility hours of operation and does not request he specific arrival and departure times for the child.

On 01/05/2022, the agreement for child #1, #2, #3, #4 and #5 does not specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released. The agreement form created by the operator does not request this information.

On 01/05/2022, the agreement for child #1, #2, #3, #4 and #5 did not specify the date of the child's admission. The form created by the operator does not include this information.

On 01/05/2022, the emergency contact information for child #5 did not include the address of the child's physician or source of medical care.

On 01/05/2022, the emergency contact information for child #2 did not include the complete work addresses of the enrolling parent.

On 01/05/2022, the file for child #3, #4 and #5 did not signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child prior to admission.

On 01/05/2022, the emergency contact information for child #3 did not include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits.

On 01/05/2022, the emergency contact information for child #2 and #5 did not include the complete address of the individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

On 12/10/2021, observed a group of children playing in the gym, emergency contact information was not present in the child care space for the children receiving care in the space.

On 12/10/2021, observed children being transported in vehicle #3 from school to the facility without emergency contact information specific to each child.

On 01/05/2022, the file for child #3, #4 and #5 did not include parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff prior to admission.

On 01/05/2021, the file for child #3 did not include signed parental consent for transportation.

On 12/10/2021, the operator does not 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.