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Faith Factory Learning Center

Saint Marks Umc, Mount Joy, PA 17552 · Lancaster County
1 core-safety citation in last 12 months Keystone STAR 4

Faith Factory Learning Center is a certified child care center in Mount Joy, PA, with capacity for 205 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 6 times. The state cited 41 violations, 3 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for building & playground safety (10 of 41). 13 citations came in the last 12 months, including 1 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #96 of 144 centers in Lancaster County and has more citations per inspection than 70% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 70% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. More citations than most
#96 of 144 centers in Lancaster County
3 Core-safety citations
38 Other citations
6 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
41 citations from 7 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 13 in the last 12 months · last inspected Feb 24, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Feb 24, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Oct 24, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Oct 28, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Oct 23, 2023 · Report/investigation · citation found Oct 20, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Oct 19, 2022 · Inspection · citation found Oct 29, 2021 · Inspection · citation found
Violation found No violation Top row: inspections · bottom row: complaint investigations, self-reported incidents and other visits

What inspectors cited most

Building & playground safety 10
Records & paperwork 9
Training & qualifications 8
Health & medication 7
Emergency preparedness 3
Background checks 2
Supervision 1
Transportation 1

Citations, newest first

Citation Feb 24, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)
According to the log on file at the time of inspection, more than 30 days lapsed between the following manual tests of the fire detection system: 12/5/25 and subsequently more than 30 days later on 1/8/26 1/8/26 and subsequently more than 30 days later on 2/19/26
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 5, 2026): “We will adhere to a strict timeline of manually testing the fire alarm within the thirty-day requirement.”
Core safety Oct 24, 2025 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
Documentation showed late mandated reporter training for staff #4 (9/30/17 - 10/24/22), staff #5 (2/17/20-9/25/25), and staff #6 (10/10/17-10/20/22). Mandated reporter training is up-to-date and noted as late for these staff members. Documentation showed that staff #7 had a state police clearance dated 6/1/22 and a previous state police clearance dated 3/20/17, which exceeds the requirement that clearances are renewed every 60 months. Clearance is up to date but noted as late.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 7, 2025): “Staff with expired clearances or mandated reporter training will not work in a child care role until required CPSL documentation is obtained. Both mandated reporter training and clearances for the listed staff persons will be completed before they expire, within 5 years.”
Citation Oct 24, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.21
Office supplies that were sharp, including tacks, were observed to be stored in a drawer that was accessible to children in the Bumblebee room. Corrected on site by moving the items to a secured drawer.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 24, 2025): “Items deemed unsafe were moved to a drawer that had a child safety lock on it.”
Citation Oct 24, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Letter to parents 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(e)
Information about accommodations made for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities/chronic medical conditions during emergency events was not available in the emergency plan letter to families.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 5, 2025): “Letter to parents that has information on procedures in case of an emergency was rewritten to include a statement that would include accommodations for toddlers as well as children with special needs/chronic medical conditions.”
Citation Oct 24, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Emergency Numbers Posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.74
Emergency telephone numbers were not available in the Bumblebee classroom. Corrected on site by posting the emergency telephone numbers.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 24, 2025): “The required emergency telephone numbers were posted in the classroom.”
Citation Oct 24, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
A patch of peeling paint was observed on the wall of the Parrot classroom. Corrected on site by covering the peeling paint.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 24, 2025): “Peeling paint was noted and covered up.”
Citation Oct 24, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Medication log 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(7)
Medication logs were not available for children #1, #2 and #3.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 7, 2025): “The required medicine logs were completed in entirety and placed in emergency binders.”
Citation Oct 24, 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)
Documentation showed that late heath assessments for staff #3 (4/2023 - 5/2025) and Staff #8 (3/2023 - 5/2025). Heath assessments up to date, but noted as late.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 7, 2025): “Staff person's health assessments will be turned in before they expire (within 24 months).”
Citation Oct 24, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Exam communicable disease 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(3)
Documentation showed that staff #2 had a communicable disease at the time of the physical evaluation. Evidence of an explanation of the communicable disease was not available.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 14, 2025): “Note from the doctor stating that staff #2 was free from communicable diseases was obtained. It had been marked positive in error.”
Citation Oct 24, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
Documentation showed that staff # 5 had a fire safety training dated 10/2/25 and a previous fire safety training dated 9/26/24, exceeding the requirement that fire safety training be completed within 12 months (annually). Training is noted as late.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 7, 2025): “The staff will complete the required fire safety training within 12 months, rather than just annually.”
Citation Oct 24, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written emergency plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(e)
The transportation plan was not available in the Bumblebee classroom. Corrected on site by posting the transportation plan.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 24, 2025): “The required transportation plan was posted in the classroom.”
Citation Oct 24, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(f)/3270.181(c)
Documentation that the emergency contact form had been reviewed every 6 months was not available for child #4 (9/2024 - 8/2025) and child #5 (8/2024 - 7-2025). Past review date noted as missing.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 7, 2025): “Staff was apprised of this omission, and we are on track to have all families update their signature on the emergency contact forms.”
Citation Oct 24, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)(10)
Documentation that staff #1 obtained CPR/first aid within 90 days of employment was not available. Date of CPR certification is 5/13/25. See LIS for date of hire.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 7, 2025): “The staff person's CPR/First Aid training was not completed within the necessary time frame. She was not permitted to be unsupervised until training was taken.”
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Citation Oct 28, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Letter to parents 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(e)
Parent letter on file did not contain with provisions for toddlers and children with disabilities and chronic medical conditions.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 17, 2024): “The parent letter on file did not give information pertaining to the toddler class. The letter has been amended.”
Citation Oct 28, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
In the lower classroom an electrical cord with exposed wires was observed to be plugged into the wall.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 18, 2024): “The cord that led from the ceiling to outlet in lower room had exposed wire protruding, the cord was repaired and wire covered by electrical tape.”
Citation Oct 28, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Small Toys and Objects 55 Pa. Code §3270.103
In room 203, the 2 year old room, a sensory bin was observed to contain pom-pom balls with a diameter less than an inch.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 17, 2024): “The sensory table in the toddler classroom had small pom-poms mixed with large pom-poms. The small pom-poms were removed from the table.”
Citation Oct 28, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Physician/CRNP assessment 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(5)
Health assessment for staff #6 stated that the staff was not suitable to provide child care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 17, 2024): “Staff #6 had a health exam completed and doctor mistakenly checked the wrong box. Another form was completed by the doctor which indicates she can work in this setting.”
Citation Oct 28, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(5)
Emergency plan on file did not contain accommodations for toddlers.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 17, 2024): “Emergency plan has been amended to reflect that toddler follow the same procedures as the older children in the center. We do not have infants at our center.”
Citation Oct 28, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
Staff #4 did not have record of fire safety training on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 17, 2024): “Staff #4 did not have 2024 fire safety completed at time of inspection. He is a seasonal employee so I have asked him to complete the training and he did on 11/18/24”
Citation Oct 28, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
Staff #1 had mandated reporter training completed on 9/19/19 and updated on 10/28/24, which is greater than 60 months. Staff #2 had mandated reporter training completed on 10/2/18 and updated on 10/22/23, which is greater than 60 months.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 18, 2024): “Staff #1 and #2 had mandated reporter trainings that were expired. Both completed the training.”
Citation Oct 28, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Amount of fee 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(1)
Agreement form for child #1 was missing the fee amount.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 17, 2024): “The contract that parents complete at the start of the school year has a space for tuition amount. The parents for child #1 had missed completing and the director filled in the missing amount and sent contract to parents.”
Citation Oct 28, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.181(c)
Financial agreement for child #2, 3, and 4 were not updated within 6 months. Agreement was updated on 8/23 and again on 8/24 with no update in between.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 17, 2024): “Emergency contracts have been updated within 6 months but contract did not have line where parents could sign that contract had been reviewed within 6 months.”
Citation Oct 28, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(ii)
Staff #7 was missing verification of education and experience prior to employment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 17, 2024): “Staff #7 did not have diploma and transcripts on file at time of hire, due to difficulties with registrar at Messiah. Diploma and transcripts are now on file.”
Citation Oct 28, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
Staff #5 was missing two written, nonfamily references. Corrected on site.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 18, 2024): “Staff #5 was still waiting for two references to be submitted for her file. At time of inspection, two references were completed for file.”
Core safety Oct 23, 2023 Self-reported violation Supervision
Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1)
Provider self reported that child #1 hid from staff #1 and staff #2 while transitioning from the playground to the fellowship hall. The child was unsupervised for approximately 3-5 minutes before another teacher found the child and returned the child to the classroom. Provider notified certification on the day of the incident.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 5, 2023): “Children will be supervised at all times while they are in our care and we will take extra measures to ensure that all children are safe and accounted for while they are at Faith Factory. We are using our Procare app to facilitate name to face counts when transitioning between areas in center. ID…”
Citation Oct 20, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean, good repair, proper size 55 Pa. Code §3270.104(a)
On the outdoor, mulched Preschool playground, a picnic table was observed to be in disrepair. The bench used to sit at the table was observed to be unsecured, popping up and showing an exposed screw. Corrected on the day of inspection by removing the table from the area.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 28, 2023): “The picnic table that was in disrepair was inspected by church trustee. Decision was made to throw table away immediately.”
Citation Oct 20, 2023 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 #1 had a health assessment dated 3/16/21 and updated on 4/27/23, which is greater than 24 months.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 28, 2023): “Staff #1 submitted health assessment late and understands that the health assessment must be completed within 24 months.”
Citation Oct 20, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)/3270.31(f)(10)
Staff number 6 did not have pediatric CPR/First Aide on file. Training was not completed within 90 days.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 5, 2023): “Staff #6 was hired but did not complete the required CPR/First Aide training within 90 days. She has completed the required training at this time.”
Citation Oct 20, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
Staff #3 was missing a health and safety update at the time of inspection. Health and safety update was completed on 11/13/23. Staff # 4 was missing a health and safety update at the time of inspection. Health and safety update was completed on 11/13/23. Staff #5 had a 6 hour health and safety training dated 9/29/16 at the time of inspection, which is not accepted. Staff #5 obtained the 10 hour health and safety training on 11/13/23
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 28, 2023): “Staff members 3,4 and 5 completed required health and safety trainings and submitted them.”
Citation Oct 20, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(ii)
Staff #2 did not have verification of experience on file. Staff #3 did not have verification of experience on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 28, 2023): “Staff persons #2 and #3 completed the childcare employment verification forms which detailed past employment and volunteer positions”
Core safety Oct 19, 2022 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
The file for staff person #8 included Clearances that were not updated within the 60 months as required by CPSL, evidenced by the following: previous State Police dated 11/29/16, previous Child Abuse dated 11/28/16, previous FBI dated 12/13/16, all 3 clearances were updated on 2/22/22.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 16, 2022): “Updated clearances are now on file for staff person #8.”
Citation Oct 19, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Toxic plants not permitted 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(d)
During the renewal inspection, a hydrangea bush was observed growing on the playground, against the building. This plant is toxic to humans and animals.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 23, 2022): “The hydrangea bush will be removed by December 9, 2022 until that time, children will not have access to the playground.”
Citation Oct 19, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Emergency Numbers Posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.74
During inspection, it was observed that the emergency telephone numbers were not posted in the Fellowship Hall and in the room used for the Morning 4 year old class.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 23, 2022): “The list of emergency numbers was placed in the areas listed above.”
Citation Oct 19, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
Immunization record 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(5)
The file for child #1, 2, 3, and 4 did not include updated documentation for the influenza immunization. The last record for child 1 was 11/11/19, for child 2 was 11/27/20, for child 3 was 10/11/21 and child 4 was 9/16/20.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 16, 2022): “All children have received their flu shot”
Citation Oct 19, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
Staff person #3, 4, 5, 7 and 9 did not complete the following required pre-service training by 4/29/22: (1) Prevention and control of infectious diseases (including immunization) and the establishment of a grace period that allows homeless children and children in foster care to receive services under this subchapter while their families (including foster families) are taking necessary action to comply with immunization and other health and safety requirements. (2) Prevention of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome and use of safe sleep practices. (3) Administration of medication, consistent with standards for parental consent. (4) Prevention of and response to emergencies due to food and allergic reactions. (5) Building and physical premises safety, including identification of and protection from hazards that can cause bodily injury such as electrical hazards, bodies of water and vehicular traffic. (6) Prevention of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma. (7) Emergency preparedness and response planning for emergencies resulting from a natural disaster or a man-caused event (such as violence at a child care facility) within the meaning of those terms under section 602(a)(1) of the…
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 16, 2022): “Staff person #3, 4, 5, 7 and 9 will have until 11/29/22 to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #3, 4, 5, 7 and 9 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an AGS who has completed the required training related to…”
Citation Oct 19, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
Staff #6 has not completed mandated reporter training within the last 60 months. This is evidenced by the previously documented mandated reporter training on file being dated 7/21/17.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 16, 2022): “The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to Child Protective Services). Staff person #6 will have until 11/29/22 to complete the mandated reporter training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #6 must be supervised, when…”
Citation Oct 19, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Physician name, address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(2)
The emergency contact form for child #3 did not include the phone number for child's physician.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 16, 2022): “The phone number has been added to the child's emergency contact form”
Citation Oct 19, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Individual Records 55 Pa. Code §3270.191
Facility person #1 (volunteer) does not have a file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 23, 2022): “All documents needed for the volunteer have been received and submitted to DHS”
Citation Oct 29, 2021 Inspection Building & playground safety
Small Toys and Objects 55 Pa. Code §3270.103
It was observed in room 203 (2 year olds) that plastic bags were accessible to the children in the bathroom and in a bin at floor level. **COS
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 17, 2021): “Director removed the plastic bags from the floor level bin and placed them on a high shelf. Director took the clothing out of all the plastic bags in the bathroom, stored the clothes in the pockets of the shoe rack and removed the plastic bags from the room.”
Citation Oct 29, 2021 Inspection Health & medication
Original label 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(5)
It was observed in the School Age room (Fellowship Hall) that the Epi Pen and Allergy Relief medication for child #1 was expired. The Epi Pen expired 4/2021 and the Allergy Relief medication expired 3/2021. **COS
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 17, 2021): “Director removed expired medication from the school age room and will have parent bring non-expired medication in.”
Citation Oct 29, 2021 Inspection Transportation
Safe routes posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.171(c)
It was observed during the renewal inspection that the pick up and drop off procedures were not posted in a conspicuous location.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 18, 2021): “Director created document that outlines the pick up and drop off procedures as well as safe routes. This document was printed and is now posted at our parent board inside our main door as well as at parent table.”

“Core safety” marks citations about supervision and staff ratios, discipline and caregiver conduct, background checks, child protection and safe sleep, the topics our score weights most. Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity. “Follow-up” marks a violation re-cited at a follow-up visit, counted once. How scores work.

Complaint investigations and reported incidents

Violation found Oct 23, 2023 Self-reported violation
1 violation cited, listed under Citations.

Pennsylvania’s search lists complaint investigations in which the state found at least one violation (“verified complaints”). It does not say what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it. Incident investigations look into something that happened at the center; self-reported violations are ones the center reported to the state itself.

Daily rates

Age group Full time, per day Part time, per day
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) $45.00 $45.00
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) $40.00 $40.00
Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) $35.00 $23.00
Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) $35.00 $23.00

The daily price the center lists in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search for families paying privately. The state notes that rates are subject to change and programs don’t have to share them, so confirm with the center. See what daycare costs in Pennsylvania.

About this center

Capacity 205 children
Certificate status Regular (COMPASS: awaiting renewal)
Certificate valid through Jan 16, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 4
since Nov 30, 2025 · what STARS means
Operator ST Marks United Methodist Church
Hours Monday–Friday 6:00 AM–5:30 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (717) 653-8201
State certificate # CER-00248874
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Common questions

Has Faith Factory Learning Center had any serious violations?

Pennsylvania cited 3 violations since 2021 on the topics Daycare Record treats as core safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep). The most recent, on Oct 24, 2025 (background checks): “Documentation showed late mandated reporter training for staff #4 (9/30/17 - 10/24/22), staff #5 (2/17/20-9/25/25), and staff #6 (10/10/17-10/20/22). Mandated reporter training is up-to-date and noted as late for these…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Faith Factory Learning Center?

Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Faith Factory Learning Center since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.

What is Faith Factory Learning Center’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 4, effective Nov 30, 2025. Keystone STARS is Pennsylvania’s quality rating program for child care, from STAR 1 to STAR 4. It measures program quality, not inspection results, so read both.

How does Faith Factory Learning Center compare with other daycares in Lancaster County?

It is #96 of 144 centers in Lancaster County by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 70% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Faith Factory Learning Center last inspected?

Feb 24, 2026 (unannounced monitoring). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does Faith Factory Learning Center cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $45.00 for older toddler, $40.00 for preschool, $35.00 for young school-age, $35.00 for older school-age in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs Faith Factory Learning Center?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is ST Marks United Methodist Church.

Citations are quoted from Pennsylvania Department of Human Services inspection records (Office of Child Development and Early Learning, Bureau of Certification Services), including each finding and the center’s plan of correction. Rule numbers refer mostly to 55 Pa. Code Chapter 3270, the rules for child care centers; a few cite Chapter 20, which covers every certified facility. Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; the “core safety” label and the score are Daycare Record’s.

To check the state’s own record, search the center’s name on COMPASS Child Care Provider Search and open its inspection history. Data refreshed Oct 16, 2026.

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