Chesterbrook Academy Fairmount

During renewal inspection, cert rep observed damaged paint in the toddler transition room between the closet and window, and between the window and the counter.

During self-reported noncompliance investigation, cert rep discovered a child was left in a classroom for 3 or 4 seconds due to a newly hired staff member forgetting to use the face-to-name recognition software on the Tadpoles app all staff use during transitions from care spaces.

During the renewal inspection on November 22, 2022, the record reviewed for Staff Person #1 did not include PA State Police and FBI clearances. The disclosure statement form reviewed for Staff Person #2, #3, #4, #5, and #7 did not include a date (See LIS CODE SHEET).

During the renewal inspection on November 22, 2022, there were no protective receptacle covers on the electrical outlets in the Intermediate B classroom and the Toddler C classroom

During the renewal inspection on November 22, 2022, there was chipped paint located on the walls of the Toddler C and Beginner B dramatic play classroom area.

During the renewal inspection on November 22, 2022, the record reviewed for Staff Person #5 did not include and initial health assessment with physical examination.

During the renewal inspection on November 22, 2022, the health assessment reviewed for Staff Person #1 and Staff Person #6 did not include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination.

During the renewal inspection on November 22, 2022, the record reviewed for Staff Person #1, #2, #3, and #4 did not include annual fire safety training conducted by a fire protection professional.

During the renewal inspection on November 22, 2022, the record reviewed for Staff Person #2, did not include verification of childcare experience for the position title of group supervisor.

During the renewal inspection on November 22, 2022, the record reviewed for Staff person #1, #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7 did not include verification of childcare experience for the title position of assistant group supervisor.

During the renewal inspection on November 22, 22, the record reviewed for Child #1 and Child #2 did not include emergency contact information required for each enrolled child.

DURING THE INCIDENT INVESTIGATION ON 04.06.22, IT WAS FOUNDED THAT STAFF PERSON #1 DID NOT SUPERVISE CHILD #1 WHEN ATTEMPTING TO USE THE FACILITY ELEVATOR.

The facility was not in compliance with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services): Several/One facility person's record/s did not contain the required CPSL hiring documents. (#1- hired 10/4/21- no proof of request for FBI completed prior to working with children, FBI completed more than 45 days after hire) (3/16/22) (#2- hired 1/19/22- no proof of request for all four CPSL clearances completed prior to working with children.

Several electrical outlets in one classroom lacked protective covers. Obtain and place protective covers in the electrical outlets. (room #5)

The emergency exit in the Toddler A classroom was obstructed by a table.

Children were observed resting on mats that were not labeled for the use of that specific child and used only by that child.

The facility fire detection system was not able to be tested as it is not accessible and there was no annual written documentation from a fire safety professional indicating that the fire detection system has been tested and is operable.

Children were observed being cared for in several classrooms and the children's' emergency contact information was not present in the classroom. (#6, #7 and Toddler A).

DURING THE COMPLAINT INVESTIGATION ON MARCH 03. 2022, IT WAS FOUND THAT STAFF PERSON #1 USED A FORM OF PHYSICAL PUNISHMENT TOWARDS CHILD #1.