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Follow-up
Mar 27, 2025
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Transcript, diploma and letters 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(iv)
Previously cited on 1/13/25 and verified as not implemented during a visit on 3/27/25, Facility person #1 did not have documentation available to show verification of education.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 1, 2025): “A diploma or documentation of education has not been received by the facility. Facility person #1 has been designated an assistant and will not be left alone with children at any time until proof of education is provided.”
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Follow-up
Mar 27, 2025
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Confidential; stored in locked cabinet 55 Pa. Code §3270.193(a)
Previously cited on 1/13/25 and verified as not implemented during a visit on 3/27/25, Facility persons' records are not stored in a locked cabinet at the facility. Records were located in an unlocked classroom on a table.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 1, 2025): “Facility person's file was put in a locked cabinet during the time of inspection.”
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Citation
Jan 13, 2025
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
Facility person #1 received annual emergency plan training on 4.4.23. Facility person #2 received annual emergency plan training on 4.4.23. Facility person #3 received annual emergency plan training on 6.22.23. Facility person #4 received annual emergency plan training on 6.22.23. The updated emergency plan training was conducted on 8.14.24.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 27, 2025): “Facility person #1 received annual emergency plan training on 4.4.23. Facility person #1 received updated annual emergency plan training on 8/14/24. Facility person #2 received annual emergency plan training on 4.4.23. Facility person #2 received updated annual emergency plan training on 8/14/24.…”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
Jan 13, 2025
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.65
During the time of inspection, the blue classroom was missing 2 outlet covers. - Corrected on site.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Mar 28, 2025): “The outlets were corrected on site.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
Jan 13, 2025
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Inaccessible to children 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(b)
During the time of inspection, the school age backpack containing the first aid kit was on the counter accessible to children. - Corrected on site
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 27, 2025): “We will maintain by conducting daily checks.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
Jan 13, 2025
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Has all items 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(c)
During the time of inspection, the red classroom was missing scissors in their first aid kit. - Corrected on site During the time of inspection, the blue classroom was missing tweezers, scissors, soap, and gloves from the first aid kit.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Mar 27, 2025): “Tweezers, scissors, soap and gloves will be present in all first aid kits as well as all other essential first aid supplies in accordance with DHS. The issues were corrected on site.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
Jan 13, 2025
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
During the time of inspection, the blue classroom had insulation tubing on the ground that had ripped plastic detached. - Corrected on site
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 27, 2025): “Corrected on site. Surface was repaired in front of inspector.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
Jan 13, 2025
Inspection
Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
During the time of inspection, the school age classroom had peeling paint on the back left wall.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 27, 2025): “Provider will ensure all surfaces are in accordance with DHS guidelines, this includes peeling or damaged paint at the childcare facility. The area was resurfaced with fresh paint applied as our corrective action.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
Jan 13, 2025
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Lidded waste receptacles 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(i)
During the time of inspection, in the red classroom, the trashcan next to the sink did not have a lid. - Corrected on site
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Mar 27, 2025): “Corrected on site. The lid was taken from beside the trash can and secured to the top of the trash can at the time of the finding in front of the inspector.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
Jan 13, 2025
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Small Toys and Objects 55 Pa. Code §3270.103
During the time of inspection, thumb tacks were observed on the counter in the blue classroom. - Corrected on site
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 27, 2025): “Corrected on site. Objects were removed.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
Jan 13, 2025
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Clean, good repair, proper size 55 Pa. Code §3270.104(a)
During the time of inspection, in the red room, the TV was observed to be unstable and not secured to the wall.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 27, 2025): “The TV has been mounted in the red room as our corrective action. All furniture will be in accordance with DHS guidelines. We will continue to keep durable, safe, easily cleaned and furniture that is appropriate for the child's size, age, and special needs.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
Jan 13, 2025
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)
Facility person #2 did not receive an updated health assessment within 24 months of the previous health assessment. Previous health assessment was 9.7.2022.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 27, 2025): “Facility person #2 has received an updated health assessment as our corrective action. Facility will ensure all staff persons have a health assessment in accordance with DHS guidelines. The facility will ensure proper records are kept for all staff including health assessment results and records of…”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
Jan 13, 2025
Inspection
Food & feeding
Potentially hazardous food refrigerated 55 Pa. Code §3270.161(d)
During the time of inspection, hot lunch was observed on the counter in the red classroom at 10:00am. The hot food in the containers were beans and hot dogs. - Corrected on site
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 27, 2025): “Corrected on site. Food was replaced in refrigerator.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
Jan 13, 2025
Inspection
Food & feeding
Grain 55 Pa. Code §3270.163(a)(4)
During the time of inspection, it was observed that lunch did not include a grain.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 27, 2025): “Facility will ensure that upon food service all DHS requirements will be met.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
Jan 13, 2025
Inspection
Transportation
Transportation First Aid Kit 55 Pa. Code §3270.178
During the time of inspection, there was no first aid kit in the vehicle.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Mar 27, 2025): “First aid kit was placed inside the vehicle according to DHS regulations.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
Jan 13, 2025
Inspection
Records & paperwork
On file at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.18(a)
Documentation of comprehensive general liability insurance was not on file at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 27, 2025): “Provider will have physical copies of all comprehensive general liability insurance on file at the facility.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
Jan 13, 2025
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
Facility person #1, #2, #3, and #4 did not have documentation of annual fire safety training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 27, 2025): “Facility person #1, #2, #3, and #4 shall participate in an annual fire safety training conducted by a fire safety professional. The training will be kept on file and available at all times.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
Jan 13, 2025
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Designated release persons 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(5)
Child #1, #2, #3, #4, and #5 had "See Emergency Contact" on the fee agreement under persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 27, 2025): “Agreements for Child #1, #2, #3, #4, and #5 have been changed and a designated person has been assigned to each child file as our corrective action. All agreements will now be specifying the persons designated for parent release.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
Jan 13, 2025
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Admission date 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(6)
Child #5 did not have the date of admission on their fee agreement.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 27, 2025): “An admission date has been added to child #5 file as our corrective action.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
Jan 13, 2025
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Updated every 6 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(f)
Child #1, #2, #4, and #5 did not have emergency contact information updated in a 6-month period.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 27, 2025): “Facility will ensure all emergency contact information is updated every six-month period or as soon as there is a change of information.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
Jan 13, 2025
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.181(c)
Child #1, #2, #4, and #5 did not have the financial agreement updated in a 6-month period.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 27, 2025): “Child #1, #2, #4, and #5 have had their financial agreements updated as our plan of correction in accordance with DHS guidelines.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
Jan 13, 2025
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(ii)
Facility person #5 did not have documentation available to show verification of childcare experience.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 27, 2025): “Documentation of facility person #5 has been added to her file as our corrective action. All staff records will include verification of childcare experience, education, and training prior to service at our facilities.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
Jan 13, 2025
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Transcript, diploma and letters 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(iv)
Facility person #5 did not have documentation available to show verification of education.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Mar 27, 2025): “Facility person #5 had had documentation of her education added to their file as our corrective action. All facility persons will have documentation of education in their files and available at all times for review.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
Jan 13, 2025
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
Facility person #5 had documentation of one written, nonfamily reference from an individual attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 27, 2025): “Facility person #5 has had another reference of a non-family member attaining to her suitability to serve added to her file as a corrective action.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
Jan 13, 2025
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Confidential; stored in locked cabinet 55 Pa. Code §3270.193(a)
Facility persons' records are not stored in a locked cabinet at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Mar 27, 2025): “Another locking file cabinet has been placed in a secure area.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
Jan 1, 2024
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Has all items 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(c)
During the time of inspection, it was observed that the first aid kit in the older toddler classroom was missing gloves and scissors. The first aid kit in the SACC room was missing tweezers and gloves. All items were added to both first aid kits during the inspection.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 20, 2024): “Gloves and scissors were added to the first aid it in the older toddler first aid kit; tweezers and gloves were added to the first aid it in the SACC classroom during the inspection.”
Citation
Jan 1, 2024
Inspection
Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
During the time of inspection, it was observed that paint was peeling in the SACC classroom.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 4, 2024): “The facility operator repainted the area to ensure that all paint is smooth, and no surfaces are worn or damaged.”
Citation
Jan 1, 2024
Inspection
Food & feeding
Refrigerator 55 Pa. Code §3270.107
During the time of inspection, it was observed that a thermometer was missing in the refrigerator in the older toddler classroom. A thermometer was placed in the refrigerator during the inspection.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 20, 2024): “A thermometer was added to the older toddler refrigerator during the inspection.”
Citation
Jan 1, 2024
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(i)
Documentation of the First Aid/CPR certification on file for staff member 1 was completed on 12/9/23 which is more than 90 days of the hire date.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 20, 2024): “All staff will have completed their First Aid/CPR training within the first 90 days of hire by a certified professional.”
Citation
Jan 1, 2024
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Admission date 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(6)
Documentation of the agreement on file for child 2 and child 5 did not include an admission date.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 20, 2024): “An admission date was added to the agreements on file for child 2 and child 5.”
Citation
Jan 1, 2024
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Parent receives original/Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original. 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(b)/3270.182(8)
Documentation of the original agreement was on file for child 1, child 2, child 3 and child 5.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 20, 2024): “Parent will receive original agreement. All parents will receive original agreements in the future. Facility director will oversee this process.”
Citation
Jan 1, 2024
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Physician name, address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(2)
Documentation of the emergency contact form on file for child 1 did not include the name of the child's physician/medical care. The emergency contact form on file for child 2 did not include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician/medical care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 20, 2024): “The name of the child's physician/medical care was added to the emergency contact form for child 1. The name, address and telephone number of the child's physician/medical care was added to the emergency contact form for child 2.”
Citation
Jan 1, 2024
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)
Documentation of the emergency contact information on file for child 2 did not include the parents work phone number.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 20, 2024): “The parents work phone number was added to the emergency contact form for child 2.”
Citation
Jan 1, 2024
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
Documentation of the emergency contact information on file for child 1 and child 2 did not include the release person's address.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 20, 2024): “The release persons addresses were added to the emergency contact form for child 1 and child 2.”
Citation
Jan 1, 2024
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(f)/3270.181(c)
Documentation of the emergency contact information on file for child 4 did not include a 6-month review. Documentation of the financial agreement on file for child 2, child 4 and child 5 did not include a 6-month review.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 4, 2024): “All child files were updated, in the future all child files will be updated to include 6-month review and financials agreements.”
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
The file for staff person # 1 does not contain a completed National Sexual Offender Registry and the staff person is no longer in her provisional hire period.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 16, 2023): “Staff Person one was immediately removed from the facility.”
Citation
Sep 14, 2023
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Has all items 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(c)
Upon inspection of the first aid kit, it was found that soap was missing from the contents.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 16, 2023): “Soap was placed in the first aid kit.”
Citation
Sep 14, 2023
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
Upon inspection of the childcare spaces, it was found that an insulated pipe at floor level [and accessible to children] had exposed foam that was degrading and falling/pulling apart.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 16, 2023): “All exposed foam was covered with protective tape and all damaged materials were removed.”
Citation
Sep 14, 2023
Inspection
Food & feeding
Refrigerator 55 Pa. Code §3270.107
Upon inspection of the food storage areas, it was found that the refrigerator in the two-year-old childcare space was reading 50 degrees.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 16, 2023): “The temperature on the refrigerator was lowered below 45 degrees to maintain food safe temperatures.”
Citation
Sep 14, 2023
Inspection
Health & medication
Mantoux TB 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(2)
Upon inspection of staff personnel files, it was found that Staff person #1 does not have adequate documentation of a TB test on file. The paperwork that was presented as a TB test did not have any identifying information on the form.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 16, 2023): “All staff will have adequate documentation for a TB testing on file. Staff Person #1 had updated all paperwork and screenings to stay in compliance.”
Citation
Sep 14, 2023
Inspection
Food & feeding
Menus 55 Pa. Code §3270.165
Upon inspection of the facility's food preparation and serving operations, it was observed that a current or future menu was not conspicuously posted.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 16, 2023): “Menu was posted in the facility and immediately distributed to parents.”
Citation
Sep 14, 2023
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)
Upon fire safety inspection, it was found that the facility had no log indicating that the fire alarm system had been tested every 30 days or less. No documentation of any testing was presented for inspection to verify testing.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 16, 2023): “Fire detection devices will be tested every 30 days and documented in a fire log.”
Citation
Sep 14, 2023
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
Staff person #2 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Facility Emergency Plan Training AND Health and Safety Training topics. Staff person #3 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Health and Safety Training topics.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 16, 2023): “All Staff person will have all required preservice trainings complete within 90 days of hire.”
Citation
Sep 14, 2023
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Employed and present 30 hrs/wk 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(c)
During an unannounced visit on 09/14/23, the legal entity admitted that the facility does not currently have a director on staff and at the facility at least 30 hours per week.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 27, 2023): “Facility will employ a DHS qualified director at the facility for a minimum of 30 hrs.”
Citation
Sep 14, 2023
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Each child care space 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(c)
Upon inspection of each childcare space, it was found that the emergency contact information sheet was not present in the space for child #6, #7, #8, #9 and #10.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 16, 2023): “Emergency contact information for each child was placed in each child's classroom.”
Citation
Sep 14, 2023
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations 55 Pa. Code §3270.25(a)
Upon inspection of the facility's posted documents, it was found that a valid Certificate of Compliance was not posted in a conspicuous location used by parents.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 16, 2023): “The facilities certificate of compliance has been posted in a conspicuous place along with information for parents to contact the appropriate regional childcare office.”
Citation
Feb 6, 2023
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
It was observed that the operator did not ensure that Facility Person #2, #3, #4 received training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment, on an annual basis.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 13, 2023): “All staff have received emergency plan training.”
Citation
Feb 6, 2023
Inspection
Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)
Facility Person #1 did not have a health assessment completed within 24 months of the previous health assessment that was dated 11/29/2017.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 13, 2023): “Staff person #1 has received a completed health assessment.”
Citation
Feb 6, 2023
Inspection
Other standards
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
Facility person #1, #2, #3, #4 has not completed the required one hour Pennsylvania health and safety update 2022 by December 31, 2022.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 13, 2023): “All staff have completed the required one hour Pennsylvania health and safety updated training”
Citation
Feb 6, 2023
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
The files for Facility Person #1, #3 and #4 did not include documentation to support that the facility person completed health and safety training within 90 days of hire.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 13, 2023): “All staff persons have completed the health and safety training.”
Citation
Feb 6, 2023
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
The emergency contact form for Child #1 and #2 did not include health insurance coverage and policy number information for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 13, 2023): “The emergency forms were updated to include health insurance coverage and policy numbers.”
Citation
Feb 6, 2023
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(ii)
The file for Facility Person #3 did not include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 13, 2023): “Facility person 3 has verification of childcare experience, education and trainings in her file.”
Citation
Feb 6, 2023
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations 55 Pa. Code §3270.25(a)
It was observed that the facility did not have the current certificate of occupancy, information on how to access the regulations and instructions for contacting the appropriate regional child care office posted in a conspicuous location used by parent.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 13, 2023): “The facility has posted the certificate of occupancy in a conspicuous location. Parents were provided with a means to access regulations and instructions for contacting the regional childcare office.”
Citation
Jun 29, 2022
Inspection
Building & playground safety
General Health and Safety/Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.21/3270.76
It was observed in both the Junior Room and the Beginner Room that the the telephone cable/wires were long and hanging down where they were accessible to children. In the Gym child care space, two ladders on a hook on the wall are not safely secured and are accessible to children. Children have access to the adults' bathroom in the hallway leading to the Gym child care space. Children have access to a storage room (just before entering the Gym) which stores tables and chairs. Children must walk through the maintenance storage room, containing maintenance equipment, on the path to the School-Age/Gym child care space. There is scaffolding accessible to children in the School-Age/Gym child care space. There are two storage closets in the School-Age/Gym child care space which are accessible to children. The outside play space area (back parking lot) does not have a way of keeping motorists from accessing area.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 13, 2022): “Telephone cables/wires have been secured in the Junior and Beginner rooms. The ladders in the School Age room (Gym) will be removed. A child proof door knob cover is in place on the adult bathroom door, making it inaccessible to children. The room, which is currently a storage space, will be a…”
Citation
Jun 29, 2022
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Contact when ended 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(4)
The facility does not have an emergency plan that provides for a method for facility persons to inform parents that the emergency has ended and to provide instruction as to how parents can safely be reunited with their children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 19, 2022): “A method for facility persons to inform parents that the emergency has ended and to provide instruction as to how parents can safely be reunited with their children has been added to the emergency plan.”
Citation
Jun 29, 2022
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Letter to parents 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(e)
The facility does not have a parent letter explaining the emergency procedures.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 23, 2022): “The facility will have a parent letter explaining the emergency procedures.”
Citation
Jun 29, 2022
Inspection
Building & playground safety
110º F or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.69(b)
It was observed that the water temperature of the classroom sink in the Junior Room was 118.6 degrees F and the bathroom sink in this room was 118.3 degrees F. The water temperature of the classroom sink in the Beginner Room was 121.6 degrees F and the bathroom sink was 130 degrees F.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 19, 2022): “The water temperature of the classroom and bathrooms sinks in the Junior and Beginner rooms was lowered to below 110 degrees F.”
Citation
Jun 29, 2022
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Has all items 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(c)
It was observed that the first-aid kits in all three child care spaces (Junior Room, Beginner's Room, and Gym/School Age Room) did not contain soap, scissors, and tweezers (corrected during inspection).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 19, 2022): “Soap, scissors, and tweezers were added to the first-aid kits in the Junior, Beginner, and School Age/Gym during the inspection.”
Citation
Jun 29, 2022
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)
Staff person #4's health assessment is dated beyond the permitted 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting (3/31/21).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 19, 2022): “Staff person #4 now has a current health assessment on file.”
Citation
Jun 29, 2022
Inspection
Health & medication
Mantoux TB 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(2)
Staff person #1's file does not indicate the date of the tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method on the health assessment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 19, 2022): “Staff person #1's file now contains the date of the TB screening by the Mantoux method on the health assessment.”
Citation
Jun 29, 2022
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(5)
The facility does not have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations for toddlers.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 23, 2022): “Accommodations for toddlers will be added to the emergency plan.”
Citation
Jun 29, 2022
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(6)
The emergency plan does not include a statement that emergency drills will be conducted and documented annually.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 23, 2022): “The emergency plan will include a statement that emergency drills will be conducted and documented annually.”
Citation
Jun 29, 2022
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(1)
The facility does not have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations for shelter of children during an emergency including lock-down, shelter in place at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 23, 2022): “Lock-down and shelter in place emergency procedures will be added to the emergency plan.”
Citation
Jun 29, 2022
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Associate's + 3 yrs 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(b)(3)
Staff person #1 does not have proof of the required education to be a director, in the staff file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 6, 2022): “Staff person #1 will not be the director of this facility. A different person, with the required credentials will be the director of this facility.”