Claras Community Childcare

The most recent NSOR clearance on file for Staff #3 is dated 11/6/19, more than 60 months prior.

On 8/12/25 at approximately 9:35am, Staff #1 was observed caring for 12 preschool-aged children. The ratio is 1 staff to 10 preschoolers.

The facility lacked a letter to parents explaining the facility's emergency procedures.

At the time of inspection, a stove was observed in the kitchen area of Room 1, which is measured as childcare space.

In Room 4 next to the wall vent, an electrical outlet was observed to lack an outlet cover.

In Room 1, a container of Vaseline, labeled "keep out of the reach of children," was observed in an unlocked drawer and accessible to children. In Room 1, a container of Clorox wipes, labeled "keep out of the reach of children," was observed in an unlocked cabinet and accessible to children.

In Room 1 ripped carpet was observed near the bathroom and in the middle space of the classroom.

In Room 1, black peeling paint was observed on the half walls. In the back hallway of Room 1, peeling paint was observed under the coat hooks. In Room 1, damaged drywall was observed under the bulletin board. In the bathroom, peeling paint/plaster was observed behind the sink. In the stairwell, peeling paint/plaster observed on the left side wall.

In Room 1, an opened box of Powerflex garbage bags were observed on a low shelf and accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths.

The health report form on file for Child #2 does not indicate if the child is able to participate in childcare and is free from communicable disease.

The two most recent staff health assessments on file for Staff #3 are dated 9/9/22 and 2/25/25, more than 24 months apart.

Based on a conversation with the director, the facility is not testing the fire alarm system every 30 days and maintaining a log of the test dates, as required with the 12/19/20 Chapter 3270 regulation updates. The facility schedules annual fire system inspections, even though they are able and required to manually test the alarm every 30 days.

The two most recent Pediatric First Aid/CPR trainings on file for Staff #1 are dated 9/9/22 and 2/8/25, exceeding the expiration date. The two most recent Pediatric First Aid/CPR trainings on file for Staff #2 and Staff #4 are dated 9/1/22 and 2/8/25, exceeding the expiration date. The two most recent Pediatric First Aid/CPR trainings on file for Staff #3 are dated 9/1/22 and 3/1/25, exceeding the expiration date.

The two most recent fire safety trainings on file for Staff #3 are dated 1/1/24 and 8/7/25, more than 12 months apart.

The two most recent staff evaluations on file for Staff #3 are dated 8/2/23 and 8/8/25, more than 12 months apart.

The agreement form for Child #3 lacked the fee amount.

The two most recent child service report forms on file for Child #5 are dated 4/5/24 and 7/30/25, more than 6 months apart.

The agreement form for Child #4 lacked the date of the child's admission.

The file for Child #1 - Child #5 contained the original agreement form, not a copy.

The emergency contact form for Child #1 lacked the phone number for the child's physician.

The emergency contact form for Child #2 and Child #5 lacked the enrolling parent's work address.

The emergency contact form for Child #1 and Child #3 lacked written parental consent for emergency medical care.

The emergency contact form for Child #1 lacked a complete address for the child's release persons.

The file for Child #2, Child #4, and Child #5 contained an emergency contact form that was not updated within 6 months of the previous update.

The file for Child #2, Child #4, and Child #5 contained an agreement form that was not updated within 6 months of the previous update.

The emergency contact form for Child #1 and Child #3 lacked written parental consent for administration of minor first aid procedures.

The file for Staff #3 contained 2 out of 12 clock hours of childcare training within the timeframe of August 2023-August 2024.

The file for Staff Person #2 contained a Pennsylvania State Police Clearance that did not contain a dissemination date.

In Room 1, a bucket of calcium chloride pellets, labeled "Keep Out of the Reach of Children" was accessible by the front door.

In Room 1, flaking plaster was observed under the window near the upstairs door and peeling paint was observed on the wall under the bulletin board. In the bathroom located in Room 1, damaged plaster was observed behind the door.

In Room 1, the bathroom lacked handwashing signs above the toilet

The two most recent health assessments on file for Child #4 (preschool-aged) are dated 7/23/23 and 8/1/24, more than 12 months apart. The most recent health assessment on file for Child #5 (preschool-aged) is dated 7/11/23, exceeding the 12-month update. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)

The facility lacked a menu.

The facility's documentation of the two most recent annual fire alarm tests were dated 8/22/22 and 10/26/23, exceeding the 12-month update. Per Chapter 3270 Act 62 regulation updates on May 24, 2021, the fire detection device or system must be tested annually by a fire safety professional.

The file for Staff Person #1 did not contain an annual staff evaluation.

The emergency contact form for Child #3 lacked the enrolling parent's work address and lacked the enrolling parent's complete home address.

The file for Child #1, Child #2, Child #3, Child #4, and Child #5 contained an emergency contact form that was not updated within 6 months of the previous update. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)

The file for staff #1 contained three expired clearances. The clearances were dated as follows; state police 11/21/17, child abuse 11/20/17, and FBI 5/30/18.

Two tubes of DAP latex caulk were observed to be accessible to children. One tube was observed on the floor at the top of the stairs and the other was observed on a low window sill also at the top of the stairs.

A window at the top of the stairs was open for ventilation, but was not screened.

One protruding nail head was observed on a metal piece of carpet trim between the two sections of room 4.

The restroom on the second level and the sink in the kitchen lacked lidded waste receptacles.

The side exit from room 1 was partially blocked by a small wooden shelf. The 2nd floor fire exit was blocked by a large full garbage bag containing soft items for storage and a chair with a second partially full garbage bag sitting on the seat of the chair.

Five protruding screw heads were observed on 2 pieces of play equipment in room 4. Based on statements made by staff, the play kitchen pieces were not yet fully assembled.

The file for child #2 contained consecutive health reports dated more than 12 months apart. The most recent health report on file is now current.

The file for child #2 contained an immunization record which lacked documentation of ongoing vaccinations including missing doses for DTAP, Polio, and influenza.

The first aid kit in room 3 contained 2 packets of Tylenol which were not labeled for use by a specific child and lacked written parental consent for administration.

The file for staff #3 contained a health assessment dated after their first day in a child care position.

The file for staff #3 contained an initial TB screening dated more than 12 months prior to their first day in a child care position.

The files for staff #1, #2, and #4 did not include documentation of completing the 1 hour training titled Pennsylvania Health and Safety Update 2022 as required by Announcement C-22-06.

The file for staff #3 did not contain documentation of current pediatric CPR and first aid certification. The certification expired 6/11/23.

Staff #3 did not complete training in health and safety topics 1-9 within 90 days of hire. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET). The training was dated 7/24/23.

The file for staff #1 contained mandated reporter training which was not updated with 60 months. The trainings on file were dated 6/21/17 and 7/20/23. The training on file is now current.

The file for staff #3, designated as a group supervisor on the staff data sheet, lacked documentation of the qualifications required for the position.

The files for children #2, #3 and #4 contained child service reports that were not completed every 6 months. The reports were dated as follows; child #2, enrolled since 12/21/21 had only 1 report dated 5/31/23, reports for child #3 were dated 3/3/22 and 5/11/23, reports for child #4 were dated 3/2/22 and 5/17/23. The files for all 3 children now contain current reports.

The agreement for child #1 did not specify the date of the child's admission.

The emergency contact information for child #1 did not include written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care.

The emergency contact information for child #5 lacked the addresses for one of the individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

The emergency contact information and financial agreement for child #3 have not been reviewed and signed by the parent since 1/21/22. The emergency contact information and financial agreements for children #2 and #4 were reviewed and signed by the parents more than 6 months apart, but are now current.

The emergency contact information for child #1 did not contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.

The file for staff #2 contained documentation of 5 hours of annual training completed on time between 12/19/21 and 12/19/22. Five additional hours were completed late. Staff #2 must still complete 2 more hours of training. The file for staff #4 contained documentation of completing 7 hours of annual training on time between 12/19/21 and 12/19/22. Four additional hours were completed late. Staff #4 must still complete 1 more hour of annual training.

The file for staff #5 contained an FBI clearance and an NSOR certificate obtained after their first day in a child care position (See LIS Code Sheet). The FBI clearance was dated 8/25/2. The NSOR certificate was dated 4/12/22.

The facility's emergency plan lacked details related to continuity of operations.

The file for staff #4 lacked documentation of participating in emergency plan training within the last 12 months. The last documented training occurred 5/24/21.

Three fixed space heaters on the second floor registered 140°. The heaters are recessed into the walls along the baseboard of rooms 3 and 4 and are accessible to children.

Second story windows in rooms 2 and 3 were not constructed, modified or adapted to limit the opening to 6 or fewer inches.

Rooms 4 and 5 lacked first aid kits.

Handwashing signs were not posted at the sinks on the second level in the restroom and kitchen.

The facility lacked written approval for the installation and use of 3 fixed space heaters by a local fire safety professional.

Three fixed space heaters on the second floor were not insulated or equipped with protective guards.

A rusted metal chair was observed in room 3.

The file for child #3, an older toddler, did not contain a health report completed within the last 12 months.

The files for children #1, #2, and #3 contained immunization records which lacked documentation of receiving the influenza vaccine in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP. Written exemptions were not on file.

An expired Epi Pen intended for use with child #5 was observed at the facility. The medication expired December 2021.

The file for staff #2 did not contain a health assessment. The file for staff #4 did not contain the previous health assessment, therefore compliance could not be determined. The most recent health assessment on file for staff #4 is now current.

The facility has not conducted an emergency drill.

The facility did not provide documentation of 30 day tests of the fire alarm system and did not provide an acceptable 3rd party inspection report.

Staff persons #3 and #5 have not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric First Aid and CPR. Staff persons #3 and #5 did not complete the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): health and safety training topics 1-9. Staff #3 completed the training on 6/26/22. Staff #5 completed the training on 5/24/22.

Staff person #4 did not complete mandated reporter training within 60 months of the previous certificate date. This is evidenced by the previously documented mandated reporter training on file being dated 1/06/17 and the subsequent training on file being dated 5/03/22.

Based on documentation on file on the day of the inspection, 3 of the 5 staff currently employed qualify as aides.

The file for staff #1, designated as the director, did not contain qualifications required for the position.

The file for staff #5, designated as an aide, did not contain a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate.

Rooms 2, 3, 4, and 5 lacked written plans of daily activities and routines.

Rooms 2 and 3 lacked a posted written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care.

The file for child #4 contained emergency contact information and a financial agreement which have not been reviewed by parents in the past 6 months. The last documented review occurred 6/18/21.

The files for staff #1 and #4 contained documentation of completing 2 of the required 12 hours of annual training after the deadline of 12/19/21.

Facility failed to promptly notify OCDEL of a positive COVID exposure and test result that occurred on 11/27/21; OCDEL did not receive notification of the positive COVID exposure and test result until Tuesday, 11/30/21 which was more than 24 hours.

The child file for Child #1 and Child #3 lacked a flu shot for 2020.

The child file for Child #5, who has an Epi-Pen on site, lacked signed parental consent to administer the medication.

A bottle, which is used by an infant, was observed not to be labeled with the child's name.

Upon review of the facility's fire drill log it was observed that there was more than 60 days between each of the following fire drills: 11/6/20 to 1/13/20, 1/13/20 to 3/17/21, 4/2/21 to 6/7/21, and 8/3/21 to 10/3/21.

The staff file for Staff person #1, who is a Primary Staff person, lacked documentation of two years experience working with children.

The child file for Child #4 contained a financial agreement form that lacked the fee amount.

The child file for Child #1, Child #2, Child #4 and Child #5 contained a financial agreement form that lacked services to be provided to the family and the child.

The child file for Child #2 contained a financial agreement form that lacked the child's arrival and departure time.

The child file for Child #2 contained a financial agreement form that lacked the child's admission date.

The child file for Child #2 contained an emergency contact information form lacked addresses for two of the individuals listed as the designated release person.

The facility's emergency plan lacked accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions.

The facility lacked a means to provide parents of enrolled children a way to access the regulations in this chapter electronically.