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Similar Age Level 55 Pa. Code §3270.51
At the time of inspection, the young toddler class had 1 staff and 7 children ratio with the youngest child being 1 year old when the ratio should be 1 staff and 5 children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 25, 2025): “We will ensure that two qualified teachers are present in the room at all times.”
Citation
May 6, 2025
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)
At the time of inspection emergency plan was not onsite for review.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 25, 2025): “The emergency plan is posted on the bulletin board at the entrance. Additionally, each room contains a file for the children that includes the emergency plan.”
Citation
May 6, 2025
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Every 60 days 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(1)
At the time of inspection facility did not have a fire drill conducted or documented.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 25, 2025): “It is stored in the office locker and will be made available to the inspector upon request.”
Citation
May 6, 2025
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)
At the time of inspection facility did not have documentation of testing of fire detection system on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 25, 2025): “It is stored in the office locker and will be made available to the inspector upon request.”
Citation
May 6, 2025
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Employed and present 30 hrs/wk 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(c)
At the time of inspection facility did not have a director onsite working at least 30 hours pers staff at facility and lack of being present when certification has done unannounced visits.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 25, 2025): “Ensure that the Director is present on-site at all times.”
Citation
May 6, 2025
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Each child 55 Pa. Code §3270.181(a)
At the time of inspection, the facility did not have any children files onsite.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 25, 2025): “All rooms have their own children's file available for inspector to review. (Unlock)”
Citation
May 6, 2025
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Individual Records 55 Pa. Code §3270.191
At the time of inspection facility did not have any staff files at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 25, 2025): “It is stored in the office locker and will be made available to the inspector upon request.”
Supervised at all times 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)
During the inspection 6 children in the Pre-K class were left alone and unsupervised while the teacher went to open the door for a family upstairs.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 24, 2025): “The door will remain open during drop-off times to allow parents to take their children directly to their classrooms, ensuring that staff members do not need to leave their assigned groups. Additionally, if a staff member needs to step away from the classroom, a qualified substitute will be…”
Citation
Feb 4, 2025
Inspection
Parent access
Parent Access & Participation 55 Pa. Code §3270.23
At the time of inspection parents were not allow access into the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 3, 2025): “The facility will be accessible to parents at all times; however, for safety reasons, the door will remain locked. The daycare's front door and indoor areas are monitored by security cameras, and footage can be shared with parents upon request.”
Citation
Feb 4, 2025
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Plan reviewed/updated annually 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(b)
At the time of inspection there was no updated emergency plan.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 3, 2025): “Policy was reviewed, acknowledged by all staff members at the center.”
Citation
Feb 4, 2025
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.65
At the time of inspection classrooms, the toddler, the Preschool, and PreK had outlets that were not covered and accessible to children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 3, 2025): “Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children.”
Citation
Feb 4, 2025
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Emergency Numbers Posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.74
At the time of inspection there were no emergency telephone numbers post in the Toddler classrooms.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 3, 2025): “It was posted next to the emergency map on the toddler room.”
Citation
Feb 4, 2025
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Has all items 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(c)
At the time of inspection classrooms did not have complaint first aid kits. Classrooms toddler did not have tape, Preschool did not have soap, and Pre-K did not have Band-Aids, tweezers and tape.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 3, 2025): “The first aid kit will contain all the necessary items, including soap, a variety of adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, tweezers, tape, scissors, and disposable, non-porous gloves.”
Citation
Feb 4, 2025
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Lighting 55 Pa. Code §3270.78
At the time of inspection Toddler classroom had 5 lights out and the Preschool class had 3 lights out.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 3, 2025): “All light bulbs have been replaced with new ones.”
Citation
Feb 4, 2025
Inspection
Health & medication
Diapering area not used for food prep 55 Pa. Code §3270.135(c)
At the time of inspection facility person #2 was changing child #1 on a table that is used for multipurpose including food preparation.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 24, 2025): “Staff will use the diaper room exclusively for diaper changing.”
Citation
Feb 4, 2025
Inspection
Food & feeding
Potentially hazardous food refrigerated 55 Pa. Code §3270.161(d)
At the time of inspection facility did not refrigerate children's lunch that was potentially hazardous without refrigeration such as milk, eggs, fish, cheese etc.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 3, 2025): “In the morning, all lunch boxes (except for thermos and packed snacks) will be placed in the refrigerator.”
Citation
Feb 4, 2025
Inspection
Transportation
Safe routes posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.171(c)
At the time of inspection there was drop off pick up procedure in the facility or posted.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 24, 2025): “Written notifications detailing safe routes, as well as drop-off and pick-up procedures, are posted on the bulletin board near the entrance.”
Citation
Feb 4, 2025
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(6)
At the time of the inspection facility did not conduct their annual emergency drill for the year.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 3, 2025): “The annual emergency drill will be conducted and documented.”
Citation
Feb 4, 2025
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Every 60 days 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(1)
At the time of inspection facility conducted fire drills quarterly.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 3, 2025): “The fire drill will be conducted and documented every 60days.”
Citation
Feb 4, 2025
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(f)
At the time of inspection facility did not send a copy of the emergency plan and subsequent plan updates to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 3, 2025): “An emergency plan will be sent to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency as soon as I get confirmed by Rydal School.”
Citation
Feb 4, 2025
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
At the time of inspection there were no policies on: 1. Recognition of potential signs / symptoms of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma, 2. Strategies for coping with a crying, fussing, or distraught child. 3. The prevention and identification of child maltreatment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 28, 2025): “Three policies were developed, reviewed, and acknowledged by all staff members at the center.”
Citation
Feb 4, 2025
Inspection
Records & paperwork
On file at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.18(a)
At the time of inspection there was no liability insurance on file for the daycare.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 28, 2025): “The General Liability Insurance Coverage Information (COI) is posted on the bulletin board near the daycare entrance.”
Citation
Feb 4, 2025
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Each staff person meets quals 55 Pa. Code §3270.33(a)
At the time of inspection two volunteers were unsupervised watching children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 3, 2025): “Staff person who is qualified for position will be watching children.”
Citation
Feb 4, 2025
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Director responsibilities 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)
At the time of provisional inspection facility did not have a director hired. During the annual renewal inspection there also was no director onsite. The director on file informed OCDEL that she has a full-time job and does what she can to help the daycare since it is family owned.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 24, 2025): “A qualified director will be present on-site for a minimum of 30 hours per week to oversee daily operations, maintain compliance, and fulfill the responsibilities as required by §3270.34(a)(1)-(6). The director will ensure consistent oversight and address any operational or compliance concerns…”
Citation
Feb 4, 2025
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Each child care space/Written emergency plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(c)/3270.124(e)
At the time of inspection facility's classrooms (Toddler and Pre-K) did not have emergency contact forms for their children. Also, there were no transportation plan posted in the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 3, 2025): “Emergency Contact Forms will be located next to the First Aid Kit in the room all the time.”
Citation
Feb 4, 2025
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Each child 55 Pa. Code §3270.181(a)
At the time of inspection there were no files at the facility for any of the children that were there or enrolled at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 3, 2025): “All children's file will be stored in the safe locked location in the office.”
Citation
Feb 4, 2025
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Individual Records 55 Pa. Code §3270.191
At the time of inspection there were no files at the facility for facility, staff or volunteers.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 3, 2025): “All facility files, staff and volunteers will be securely stored in a locked location in the office.”
Comply with CPSL/Transcript, diploma and letters 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(2)(iv)
At the time of inspection facility person 4 did not have a State Police Clearance, 2 did not have Child Abuse Clerance, 4 did not have a NSOR. 2, 4 and 6 did not have a disclosure statement and 2 and 3 did not have Mandated reporter training on file at the time of the inspection.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Oct 20, 2025): “Legal will ensure that 4 obtains State Police Clearance, 2 obtains Child Abuse Clerance, 1 and 4 NSOR, 1, 2, 4 obtains and 6 obtains disclosure and 1, 2 and 3 did not have Mandated reporter training statement and a copy sent to OCDEL for evidence of completion.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
Aug 1, 2024
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
At the time of inspection facility persons 2, 4 and 6 did not have annual emergency plan training on file.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Oct 20, 2024): “Legal entity will ensure that facility persons 2, 4 and 6 obtains annual emergency plan training and submit a copy to OCDEL for evidence of completion.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
Aug 1, 2024
Inspection
Health & medication
Physical examination/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(1)/3270.192(3)
At the time of inspection facility persons 2, and 4 did not have a valid health assessment on file.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Oct 20, 2024): “Legal entity will ensure that facility persons 2 and 4 obtains a valid health assessment on file and send a copy to OCDEL for evidence of correction.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
Aug 1, 2024
Inspection
Health & medication
Physical examination/Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(1)/3270.192(2)(ii)
At the time of the inspection facility person 2 did not have Mantoux test reading and results on file.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Oct 10, 2024): “Legal entity will ensure that facility persons 2 obtains Mantoux test reading, and results and a copy sent to OCDEL for evidence of correction.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
Aug 1, 2024
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
At the time of inspection facility persons 1, 2 and 4 did not have a Health and Safety Update training on file.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Oct 20, 2024): “Legal entity will ensure that facility persons 1, 2, and 4 obtains Health and Safety Update training on file and a copy sent to OCDEL for evidence of correction.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
Aug 1, 2024
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
At the time of inspection facility persons 2, 4, and 6 did not have annual fire safety training on file.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Oct 20, 2025): “Legal entity will ensure that facility persons 2, 4, and 6 obtain annual fire safety training and a copy is sent to OCDEL for evidence of correction.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
Aug 1, 2024
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training/Professional development certificate 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)/3270.31(g)
At the time of inspection facility persons 2 and 4 did not have Health and Safety training on fille.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Oct 20, 2025): “Legal entity will ensure that facility persons 2 and 4 obtains Health and Safety training on fille and a copy is sent to OCDEL for evidence of correction.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
Aug 1, 2024
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Director responsibilities/Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)/3270.192(2)(ii)
At the time of inspection facility person #4 did not have valid education and experience on file at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Oct 20, 2025): “Legal entity will ensure that facility person #4 obtains valid experience and education and submits a copy to OCDEL for evidence of correction.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
Aug 1, 2024
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
At the time of inspection 1, 2, 4, and 6 did not have annual staff evaluation on file.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Oct 20, 2025): “Legal entity will ensure that 1, 2, 3, 4,5 and 6 obtains their annual staff evaluation and a copy is submitted to OCDEL for evidence of corrections.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
Aug 1, 2024
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Transcript, diploma and letters 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(iv)
At the time of inspection facility persons 1, 5 and 6 did not have valid education and experience on file.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Oct 20, 2024): “Legal entity will ensure that facility persons 1, 5 and 6 obtains valid education and experience on file and a copy will be sent to OCDEL for verification of correction.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
Aug 1, 2024
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
At the time of inspection facility persons 2, and 4 did not have 12 hours of annual PD training on file.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Oct 20, 2024): “Legal entity will ensure that facility persons 2 and 4 obtains 12 hours of annual PD training and a copy sent to OCCEL for evidence of correction.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Comply with CPSL/Transcript, diploma and letters 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(2)(iv)
At the time of inspection facility person 4 did not have a State Police Clearance, 2 did not have Child Abuse Clerance, 1 and 4 did not have a NSOR, 1, 2, 4 and 6 did not have a disclosure statement and 1, 2 and 3 did not have Mandated reporter training on file at the time of the
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Sep 19, 2024): “Legal will ensure that 4 obtains State Police Clearance, 2 obtains Child Abuse Clerance, 1 and 4 NSOR, 1, 2, 4 obtains and 6 obtains disclosure and 1, 2 and 3 did not have Mandated reporter training statement and a copy sent to OCDEL for evidence of completion.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
May 30, 2024
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan/Plan reviewed/updated annually 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)/3270.27(b)
At the time of inspection facility did not have an emergency plan or a plan reviewed provided.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 25, 2024): “Legal entity will create or update their emergency plan and submit to OCDEL for review and approval for proof of correction.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
May 30, 2024
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
At the time of inspection facility persons 2, 4, 5 and 6 did not have annual emergency plan training on file.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Sep 19, 2024): “Legal entity will ensure that facility persons 2, 4, 5 and 6 obtains annual emergency plan training and submit a copy to OCDEL for evidence of completion.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
May 30, 2024
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.65
At the time of inspection facility had several electrical outlets with no covers.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 25, 2024): “Legal entity will put protective covers in all outlets and send a picture to OCDEL for proof of corrections.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
May 30, 2024
Inspection
Health & medication
Physical examination/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(1)/3270.192(3)
At the time of inspection facility persons 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 did not have a valid health assessment on file.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Sep 19, 2024): “Legal entity will ensure that facility persons 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 obtains a valid health assessment on file and send a copy to OCDEL for evidence of correction.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
May 30, 2024
Inspection
Health & medication
Physical examination/Transcript, diploma and letters 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(1)/3270.192(2)(iv)
At the time of the inspection facility person 1, 2, 3 and 5 did not have Mantoux test reading and results on file.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Sep 19, 2024): “Legal entity will ensure that facility persons 1, 2, 3 and 5 obtains Mantoux test reading, and results and a copy sent to OCDEL for evidence of correction.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
May 30, 2024
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Every 60 days 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(1)
At the time of inspection facility did not have fire drills conducted every 60 days or system tested every 30 days.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 25, 2024): “Legal entity will review fire drill regulations and assign a designated person to complete drills every 60 days and testing of system every 30 days. The director will sign off that each were conducted as regulation.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
May 30, 2024
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
At the time of inspection facility persons 1, 2, 3 and 4 did not have a Health and Safety Update training on file.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Sep 19, 2024): “Legal entity will ensure that facility persons 1, 2, 3 and 4 obtains Health and Safety Update training on file and a copy sent to OCDEL for evidence of correction.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
May 30, 2024
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Immediate access 55 Pa. Code §3270.24(a)
At the time of inspection department was not given access to staff and children files.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 5, 2024): “Legal entity will give access to all files needed for the department to conduct annual inspection.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
May 30, 2024
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Age and Training/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.31(f)(10)
At the time of inspection facility person #1 did not have Pediatric first aid / CPR training on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 19, 2024): “Legal entity will ensure that facility person #1 obtains Pediatric first aid / CPR training and a copy is sent to OCDEL for evidence of correction.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
May 30, 2024
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
At the time of inspection facility persons 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6 did not have annual fire safety training on file.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Sep 19, 2024): “Legal entity will ensure that facility persons 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6 obtain annual fire safety training and a copy is sent to OCDEL for evidence of correction.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
May 30, 2024
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training/Professional development certificate 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)/3270.31(g)
At the time of inspection facility persons 1, 2 and 4 did not have Health and Safety training on fille
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Sep 19, 2024): “Legal entity will ensure that facility persons 1, 2 and 4 obtains Health and Safety training on fille and a copy is sent to OCDEL for evidence of correction.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
May 30, 2024
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Director responsibilities/Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)/3270.192(2)(ii)
At the time of inspection facility person #4 did not have valid education and experience on file at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Sep 19, 2024): “Legal entity will ensure that facility person #4 obtains valid experience and education and submits a copy to OCDEL for evidence of correction.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
May 30, 2024
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
At the time of inspection 1, 2, 3, 4,5 and 6 did not have annual staff evaluation on file.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Sep 19, 2024): “Legal entity will ensure that 1, 2, 3, 4,5 and 6 obtains their annual staff evaluation and a copy is submitted to OCDEL for evidence of corrections.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
May 30, 2024
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Each child/Individual Records 55 Pa. Code §3270.181(a)/3270.191
At the time of inspection there were no children or staff files at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 5, 2024): “Legal entity will provide all requested children and staff files for review for annual inspection.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
May 30, 2024
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Transcript, diploma and letters 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(iv)
At the time of inspection facility persons 1, 5 and 6 did not have valid education and experience on file.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Sep 19, 2024): “Legal entity will ensure that facility persons 1, 5 and 6 obtains valid education and experience on file and a copy will be sent to OCDEL for verification of correction.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
May 30, 2024
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Building Codes 55 Pa. Code §3270.15(a)
At the time of inspection there was no certificate of occupancy at facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 25, 2024): “Legal entity will provide OCDEL with a copy of the certificate of occupancy.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
May 30, 2024
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations/Post the inspection summary 55 Pa. Code §3270.25(a)/3270.25(b)
At the time of inspection there was no certificate of compliance or inspection summaries posted.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 25, 2024): “Legal entity will ensure that the latest certificate of compliance is posted according to regulations and a picture of the posting sent to OCDEL for proof of correction.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
May 30, 2024
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
At the time of inspection facility persons 1, 2, 3 and 4 did not have 12 hours of annual PD training on file.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Sep 19, 2024): “Legal entity will ensure that facility persons 1, 2, 3 and 4 obtains 12 hours of annual PD training and a copy sent to OCCEL for evidence of correction.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
While conducting the renewal inspection on 7/3/23 it was observed staff persons# 1through 6 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff persons# 1 through 6 does not have current pediatric first aid/CPR training. This evidence by the previously documented pediatric first aid/CPR training expired 6/30/23
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 9, 2023): “Provider has scheduled pediatric first aid/CPR training for staff persons# 1 through 6 for 1/30/23.”
Citation
Jul 3, 2023
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
While conducting the renewal inspection on 7/3/23 it was observed staff persons# 1 through 3 file did not include verification of completed emergency plan training
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 18, 2023): “Provider will conduct emergency plan training for staff persons# 1 through 3; verification will be scanned.”
Citation
Jul 3, 2023
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(6)
While conducting the renewal inspection on 7/3/23 it was observed the facility did not provide documentation of a completed annual emergency drill.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 18, 2023): “Verification of annual emergency drill completed on 5/18/23 was provided.”
Citation
Jul 3, 2023
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
While conducting the renewal inspection on 7/3/23 it was observed staff persons # 1 and 2, file did not include a written evaluation of staff persons on a regular basis, a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 7, 2023): “Provider will complete annual staff evaluation with staff persons#1 and 2.”
Citation
Jul 3, 2023
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(ii)
While conducting the renewal inspection on 7/3/23 it was observed staff person# 1,2, and 5 file did not include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 7, 2023): “Provider will complete and ensure that staff persons# 1,2, and 5 file includes verification of child care experience.”
Citation
Jul 3, 2023
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(3)
While conducting the renewal inspection on 7/3/23 it was observed staff person # 1 file did not include an expired subsequent health assessment and no subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays; staff persons # 4 and 6 file did not include subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 7, 2023): “Staff persons# 1, 4, and 6 will completed required health assessments and test. documentation will be forward to Cert Rep.”
Citation
Jul 3, 2023
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
While conducting the renewal inspection on 7/3/23 it was observed staff person # 1 and 3 file did not include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 7, 2023): “Staff persons# 1 and 3 will have verification of two nonfamily references included in file and verfication will be sent to Cert Rep.”
Citation
Jul 3, 2023
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
While conducting the renewal inspection on 7/3/23 it was observed staff person# 1through 3 file did not include annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 19, 2023): “Provider will ensure that all staff complete 12 annual training.”
Staff assigned to specific children 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)(1)
During an unannounced inspection on 4/26/23 classroom#1 had a total of 8 older toddlers present. When staff person#1 was asked for the names of the children responsible for, staff person# 1 did not identify children specifically assigned to child care group.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 8, 2023): “Provider will review supervision procedure wit staff person#1. Daily list will be posted in the classroom indicating which teacher is responsible for individual children's group.”
Follow-up
Apr 26, 2023
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Individual Records 55 Pa. Code §3270.191
Continued noncompliance unannounced visit was conducted on 4/26/23 it was observed Provider still was unable to submit staff files at time of visit.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 15, 2023): “Provider will ensure that all staff files are available at all times.”
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Citation
Mar 23, 2023
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
While conducting an inspection it was observed insect spray, Lysol disinfect spray, WD40 in a bin on the floor in the main lobby. These toxic materials were in the reach of the children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 11, 2023): “Provider will have shelves installed so that toxic can be stored out of the reach of children. Pictures will be forward for verification.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
Mar 23, 2023
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Individual Records 55 Pa. Code §3270.191
While conducting an inspection it was observed Provider did not have staff persons # 1 through 8 file on site or electronically.
Center’s plan of correction (submitted, Apr 11, 2023): “Provider will have staff files on site for Cert Rep to have access.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
It was observed on 9/12/22 that staff person # 3, and 6 file did not include verification of NSOR clearance. Facility person #3, and 6 may not work at the facility. Staff person #7 file did not include verification of completed FBI and child abuse clearances. Facility person #7 cannot work unsupervised in child care position at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 28, 2022): “Provider will have staff person #3 and 6 obtain NSOR clearances and will not be allowed to work with children at the facility until documents have been received. Staff person # 7 will not worked alone with children without FBI and child abuse clearances on file. All documents will be sent to…”
Citation
Aug 15, 2022
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
It was observed on 9/12/22 that staff person # 1,2,3,4,5,6, and 7 file did not include updated emergency plan training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 29, 2022): “Provider will conduct emergency plan training with staff person# 1,2,3,4,5,6, and 7 on 9/28/22.”
Citation
Aug 15, 2022
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
It was observed on 9/12/22 toxic cleaning disinfectant materials were placed in the entrance of the child care facility accessible to children. Classroom #1 also had bleach cleaning materials in an unlabeled spray bottle in the reach of children. The outside play area also had a basket that contained cleaning materials, WD40, and alcohol based sanitizer toxic materials in the reach of children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 28, 2022): “Provider will conduct a walk through the building to ensure that no toxic material are in the reach of children. All bottles will be labeled and stored out of the reach of children. Verification will be sent to certification representative”
Citation
Aug 15, 2022
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Has all items 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(c)
It was observed on 9/12/22 classroom # 2 and 3 first aid kit was missing tweezers.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 28, 2022): “Provider will place tweezers in the first aid kits located in classroom #2 and 3. Verification will be sent to certification representative”
Citation
Aug 15, 2022
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
It was observed on 9/12/22 the play kitchen located in classroom #3 had a crack that posed an issue of pinching, scratching, or cutting children fingers.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 28, 2022): “The play kitchen located in classroom#3 was repaired to ensure that it is not harmful to cildren”
Citation
Aug 15, 2022
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(c)
It was observed on 9/12/22 the outside play space protective mulch surrounding the slides and other climbing equipment was less than 1 inch deep.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 28, 2022): “Outside play area will be filled with mulch to ensure that protective surface covering meets the recommended levels. Verification will be sent to certification representative”
Citation
Aug 15, 2022
Inspection
Building & playground safety
High Chairs 55 Pa. Code §3270.105
It was observed on 9/12/22 that the high chair located in classroom #3 safety straps had been removed from the chair.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 28, 2022): “Provider will removed high chair from classroom #3”
Citation
Aug 15, 2022
Inspection
Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)
It was observed on 9/12/22 that staff person # 2 file did not contain a valid health assessment dated within the last 24 months of initial health assessment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 28, 2022): “Provider will have staff person #2 provide a current health assessment dated within the 24 month period”
Citation
Aug 15, 2022
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(5)
It was observed on 9/12/22 the facility's emergency plan did not include accommodations for toddlers, and children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 29, 2022): “Provider will update emergency plan to include accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.”
Citation
Aug 15, 2022
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(6)
It was observed on 9/12/22 the facility did not have documentation of emergency drills being conducted annually.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 29, 2022): “Provider will conduct an emergency drill on 9/28/22 and send documentation to certification representative.”
Citation
Aug 15, 2022
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Devices must be compliant 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)
It was observed on 9/12/22 documentation of annual fire detection testing was not provided. Also no documentation of purchase of interconnected system was provided.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 28, 2022): “Annual fire detection testing verification will be sent to certification representative”
Citation
Aug 15, 2022
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(f)
It was observed on 9/12/22 the facility did not provide verification that emergency plan or subsequent plan has been forwarded to the local municipality and county emergency management agency.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 29, 2022): “Provider mailed emergency plan to township Police depart on 9/26/22.”
Citation
Aug 15, 2022
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
It was observed on 9/12/22 that staff person # 4, and 6, file did not have verification of updated annual fire safety training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 28, 2022): “Provider will submit verification of fire safety training for staff persons # 4 and 6.”
Citation
Aug 15, 2022
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
It was observed on 9/12/22 staff person # 1,2,3,4,5, and 6 did not have documentation of annual evaluation being conducted.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 28, 2022): “Provider will conduct annual evaluations for staff person# 1,2,3,4,5, and 6 on 9/22/22.”
Citation
Aug 15, 2022
Inspection
Training & qualifications
HS/GED + 600 hrs training/Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.36(b)(2)/3270.192(2)(ii)
It was observed on 9/12/22 that staff person# 2 file did not include verification of qualifications for the Assistant Group supervisor position.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 28, 2022): “Provider will include employment verification in staff person#2 file, and forward verification to certification representative”
Citation
Aug 15, 2022
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Designated release persons 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(5)
It was observed on 9/12/22 that child # 2 and 3 agreement form did not include designated release person.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 28, 2022): “Provider will have the parents of child # 2 and 3 complete agreement form with release person name”
Citation
Aug 15, 2022
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Physician name, address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(2)
It was observed that child # 1 emergency contact form did not include the name, address, and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 28, 2022): “Provider will have the parent of child #1 complete emergency contact form with physicians name, address, and phone number.”
Citation
Aug 15, 2022
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)
It was observed on 9/12/22 that child #1 emergency contact did not include enrolling parents work address or phone number.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 28, 2022): “Provider will have parent of child #1 completed emergency contact form with parents work address and telephone number”
Citation
Aug 15, 2022
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Each child care space 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(c)
It was observed on 9/12/22 classroom # 1, 2, or 3 emergency contact forms were not present in the individual child care space.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 28, 2022): “Provider will make sure that classroom # 1,2, and 3 will have emergency contact in the childcare space”
Citation
Aug 15, 2022
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Professional development certificate 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(g)
It was observed on 9/12/22 staff person # 2 file did not include documentation of health and safety training
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 28, 2022): “Provider will have staff person #2 complete health and safety training.”
Citation
Aug 15, 2022
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
It was observed on 9/12/22 staff person # 4 file did not include verification of 12 hour annual training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 28, 2022): “Staff person #4 completed 12 hour of training and verification will be sent to certification representative”
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
ON THE DAY OF VISIT INDIVIDUAL#1 LISTED AS A VOLUNTEER IS MISSING CHILD ABUSE CLEARANCE, NSOR CLEARANCE, AND THE FBI CLEARANCE. INDIVIDUAL#2 LISTED AS A VOLUNTEER IS MISSING CURRENT CHILD ABUSE CLEARANCE, NSOR CLEARNACE, AND A COMPLETED STATE POLICE CLEARANCE.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 28, 2021): “THE FACILITY WILL BE IN COMPLIANCE WITH 3270.32(a)/.192(4) AT ALL TIMES. INDIVIDUAL#1 AND INDIVIDUAL #2 WILL BE REMOVED FROM THE FACILITY. THEY WILL NOT RETURN UNTIL THE CLEARANCES ARE ALL RECEIVED.”
Citation
Dec 21, 2021
Inspection
Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)/3270.192(3)
INDIVIDUAL#1 AND INDIVIDUAL#2 BOTH LISTED AS A VOLUNTEER DID NOT HAVE PROOF OF THE PHYSICAL IN THE FILE.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 28, 2022): “THE FACILITY WILL BE IN COMPLIANCE WITH 3270.151(a)/.192(3) AT ALL TIMES.”