Conemaugh Valley Child Care

Emergency contact information for Child #1 did not include the complete work address of the enrolling parent.

On 3/13/25 observed the second electrical outlet to the left of the girl's bathroom in the gym which lacked a protective receptacle cover.

On 3/13/25 observed Arm and Hammer Ultra Max Antiperspirant Deodorant which indicated "keep out of the reach of children" in the top drawer to the right of the laptop in the library which was accessible to children. On 3/13/25 observed Lucky Super Soft Witch Hazel Solution which indicated "keep out of the reach of children" in the second drawer to the right of the laptop in the library which was accessible to children.

On 3/13/25 observed a sink at the hallway bathrooms that lacked a handwashing sign.

On 3/13/25 observed Equate Headache Relief which indicated "keep out of the reach of children" in the top drawer to the right of the laptop in the library which was accessible to children. On 3/13/25 observed Menthol Cough Drops which indicated "keep out of the reach of children" in the 2nd drawer under the drawer labeled circulation material in the library which was accessible to children.

The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter did not ensure that fire drills were conducted at least once every 60 days. The facility provided documentation of fire drills being conducted on 2/12/24, 4/9/24, 8/22/24, 9/10/24, 11/27/24, 12/18/24, and 2/27/25. The facility was closed June and July and reopened on 8/22/24.

The file of Staff #1 lacked documentation of completing the Pennsylvania Health and Safety Update 2022 by December 30, 2022 (SEE LIS Code Sheet). The file of Staff #1 contained documentation of completing the health and safety update on 3/15/23.

The agreements of Children #1, #2, #3, #4, and #5 did not specify the date on which the fee is to be paid.

The agreement for Child #1 did not specify the child's arrival and departure times. The agreement for Child #2 did not specify the child's departure time.

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

Emergency contact information for Child #4 did not include the complete address of the child's physician or source of medical care.

Emergency contact information for Child #2 did not include the complete work address of the enrolling parent.

The emergency contact and agreement for Child #4 were not reviewed and updated at least once in a 6-month period. Child #4's emergency contact and agreement were signed on 7/15/24 and reviewed on 2/10/25.

On 3/12/24 observed adult scissors on the checkout desk in the library which were accessible to children.

On 3/12/24 observed a portable space heater in the library across from the entrance by the windows.

On 3/12/24 observed a cracked blue square Magna tile.

The file of Child #3 contained a health report which did not include a statement that age-appropriate screenings recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics were conducted since the time of the previous health report required by this section.

The file of Staff #1 lacked a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting (SEE LIS Code Sheet). The file of Staff #1 contained health assessments dated 12/23/21 and 10/31/23.

The file of Staff #1 lacked an initial health assessment which included tuberculosis screening by Mantoux method at initial employment (SEE LIS Code Sheet). Staff #1 had a Mantoux read date of 12/23/21.

The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter did not ensure that fire drills were conducted at least once every 60 days. The facility provided documentation of fire drills being conducted on 2/24/23, 8/28/23, 9/9/23, 10/16/23, 11/28/23, 1/22/24, and 2/12/24.

The facility did not have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations for evacuation of children from the facility building and evacuation of children to a location away from the facility premises.

The emergency contact for Child #4 did not include written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care.

Emergency contact information for Child #3 lacked the complete address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. Emergency contact information for Child #4 lacked the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

The emergency contact and agreement for Child #1 were not reviewed and updated at least once in a 6-month period. Child #1's emergency contact and agreement were signed on 8/10/23. The emergency contact and agreement for Child #2 were not reviewed and updated at least once in a 6-month period. Child #2's emergency contact was signed on 2/21/23 and 8/28/23. Child #2's agreement was signed on 8/28/23. The emergency contact and agreement for Child #3 were not reviewed and updated at least once in a 6-month period. Child #3's emergency contact and agreement were signed on 8/14/23. The emergency contact and agreement for Child #4 were not reviewed and updated at least once in a 6-month period. Child #4's emergency contact and agreement were signed on 8/21/23. The emergency contact and agreement for Child #5 were not reviewed and updated at least once in a 6-month period. Child #5's emergency contact and agreement were signed on 8/24/23.

The file of Child #4 did not contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff on the emergency contact form.

It was observed that the agreement was not on file at the date of enrollment. Child #2's date of admission was 8/24/23 with an agreement dated 8/28/23.

Observed 2 pair of adult scissors in the 1st drawer to the entrance of the counter in the library. Observed 1 pair of adult scissors in the 2nd drawer to the entrance of the counter in the library.

Observed a tube of Colgate toothpaste and 3 packs of Crest toothpaste samples which indicated "keep out of the reach of children under 6" on the sink in the Boys Bathroom/Locker Room located in the Gym/Cafeteria which were accessible to children. Observed 5 bottles of Mellow Instant Hand Sanitizer on the counter at the entrance to the library which were accessible to children.

Staff #1 lacked an FBI Clearance updated every 60 months. Staff #1 had an FBI Clearance dated 6/18/20 with a previous one dated 6/12/15. Staff #3 lacked a State Police Clearance updated every 60 months. Staff #3 had a State Police Clearance dated 7/31/22 with a previous one dated 4/28/15.

On 3/7/23 observed Clorox Disinfecting Wipes and Clorox Disinfecting Bio Stain and Odor on the 2nd shelf of the middle cabinet which were accessible to children at the elementary school. On 3/7/23 observed University Medical Hand Sanitizer on the 4th shelf of the middle cabinet which was accessible to children at the elementary school.

On 3/9/23 observed Expo White Board Cleaner in a basket on the top shelf of the 2nd cabinet above food items at the high school.

On 3/9/23 observed 12 Bingo Daubers which indicated "keep out of the reach of children" on the 2nd shelf from the bottom in the 3rd cabinet which were accessible to children at the high school.

On 3/9/23 the hot water temperature at the last sink in the girls' bathroom at the high school was 119 degrees. On 3/9/23 the hot water temperature at the middle and first sinks in the girls' bathroom at the high school was 120 degrees. On 3/9/23 the hot water temperature at the 2 sinks in the boys' bathroom at the high school was 120 degrees.

On 3/7/23 observed a first aid kit on the 3rd shelf of the 2nd cabinet which was accessible to children at the elementary school. On 3/9/23 observed a first aid kit on the bottom shelf of the 2nd cabinet which was accessible to children at the high school.

On 3/9/23 the first aid kit at the high school lacked tape.

On 3/7/23 observed a urinal in the boys' bathroom at the elementary school which lacked a handwashing sign. On 3/7/23 observed a sink and a toilet in the handicap stall of the boys' bathroom at the elementary school which lacked handwashing signs. On 3/7/23 observed a sink and a toilet in the handicap stall of the girls' bathroom at the elementary school which lacked handwashing signs.

Staff #3 lacked a health assessment conducted every 24 months. Staff #3 had a current health assessment dated 5/11/22 with a previous one dated 4/21/20.

Staff #5 had a health assessment which did not include the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care.

An emergency drill was not conducted annually.

The facility was unable to provide documentation that the fire detection system was inspected by a fire safety professional annually. The facility provided documentation the fire detection system was inspected by a fire protection professional on 6/25/21 and 8/1/22.

The facility did not have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations for evacuation of children from the facility building and evacuation of children to a location away from the facility premises. The emergency plan did not contain evacuation routes and evacuation plans or written directions to exit the building.

The operator did not send a copy of the emergency plan and subsequent plan updates to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency. The emergency plan had been updated in December of 2022.

Child #1 lacked an initial health report no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility. Child #1, with an admission date of 9/6/22, did not have a health report on file.

The operator lacked documentation of notifying 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 child care facility. The operator provided documentation of the local traffic authorities being notified on 8/1/22.

Staff #3, #4, and #5 lacked documentation of completing the Pennsylvania Health and Safety Update 2022 by December 30, 2022 (SEE LIS Code Sheet). Staff #3 had documentation of completing the health and safety update on 2/8/23. Staff #4 had documentation of completing the health and safety update on 1/30/23. Staff #5 had no documentation of completing the health and safety update.

Staff #1 lacked a written evaluation on a regular basis, a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months. Staff #1 had written evaluations dated 1/4/21, 12/16/22, and 2/10/23.

The agreement for Child #1 was not signed by the operator.

The agreement for Child #1 did not specify the date on which the fee is to be paid.

The agreement for Child #1 lacked the services to be provided to the family and child.

The agreement for Child #4 did not specify the child's arrival and departure times.

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

The emergency contact for Child #1 lacked the complete address of the child's physician or source of medical care. The emergency contact for Child #2 lacked the address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care. The emergency contact for Child #3 lacked the complete address of the child's physician or source of medical care.

The emergency contact for Child #1 lacked the work address and work telephone number of the enrolling parent. The emergency contact for Child #2 lacked the work address of the enrolling parent. The emergency contact for Child #4 lacked the work address of the enrolling parent.

The emergency contact for Child #1 lacked the health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.

The emergency contact for Child #1 lacked the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. The emergency contact for Child #2 lacked the complete address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

The agreement for Child #1 was not reviewed and updated at least once in a 6-month period. Child #1's agreement was signed on 8/29/22 with no review.

Staff #1 lacked two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. Staff #1 only had one written reference.

Staff #2 lacked documentation of completing professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire (SEE LIS Code Sheet). Staff #2 had documentation of completing pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation on 1/20/22.

The facility's current certificate of compliance was not posted in a conspicuous location used by parents at the elementary school. The certificate of compliance posted was dated 6/29/21 to 6/29/22.

Staff #1 lacked documentation of obtaining an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.

Observed in the facility storage unit, a spray bottle which was not labeled with the specific contents.

Observed child file #1 did not contain written verification of ongoing flu vaccines administered in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP.

Observed child file #1 contained an initial health assessment which was dated more than 4 months after the child's first day of attendance at the facility.

Observed staff file #3 completed pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation after the expiration of the previous current certification. Observed staff file #1 contained documentation of training in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation which was completed more than 90 days after their first day working with children.

Observed staff file #2 and #3 contained documentation of fire safety training which was not signed by a fire safety professional.

Observed staff file #1 did not contain two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.

Observed staff file #2 and #3 did not contain 12 clock hours of childcare training during the training period of 12/19/20-12/19/21.