Kencrest Adams Philadelphia

At the time of inspection, staff person #3 NSOR Clearance expired 1.9.2025. NSOR documented on file was dated, 1.9.2020. Staff person #6 did not have a signed Disclosure Statement on file.

At the time of inspection, staff persons #2, #4, #5 and #6 did not have Emergency Plan Training documented on file.

At the time of inspection, lower sink cabinets that were accessible to children in 3 of the Head Start (HS) classrooms contained toxic cleaning solutions in its original bottle that was labeled, "keep out of reach of children".

At the time of inspection, First Aid Kit in Head Start Rm #1 was missing scissors and soap. First Aid Kit in Infant to OT Rm was missing scissors. First Aid Kit in Head Start Rm #3 was missing scissors.

At the time of inspection, the Infant to OT room refrigerator did not have a thermometer.

At the time of inspection, child #1 documented health assessment on file was dated 9.2023.

At the time of inspection, child #1 documented health assessment on file did not answer if the child was on any medication or a specialized diet.

At the time of inspection, there was not a documented feeding schedule for any of the enrolled infants available for viewing in the classroom.

At the time of inspection, the facilities Pick up/Drop Off Procedures was not posted in a conspicuous location.

At the time of inspection, it was observed that the very last room/childcare space to the rear on the righthand side of the facility was not set up for childcare. Furniture and childcare items were in the process of being assembled. Large boxes and storage containers occupied most of the open area in the childcare space.

At the time of inspection, child #2 did not have a documented health assessment on file.

At the time of inspection, staff person #3 Mandated Reporter Training expired 10.31.2024. Training on file was dated 10.31.2019.

At the time of inspection, staff persons #1 and #3 did not have a current annual employee evaluation on file. Last documented evaluation for staff person #1 was dated 3.8.2024. Staff person #3 did not have a documented evaluation on file.

At the time of inspection, staff persons #4 and #6 did not have documented verification of education and/or experience on file.

At the time of inspection, children #1, #2 and #4 did not have a required Child Service Report on file.

At the time of inspection, child #1 Financial Agreement Form did not contain authorized release individuals to whom the parent authorizes the child to be released.

At the time of inspection, child #1 and #2 Financial Agreement Forms did not contain the child's admission date.

At the time of inspection, children ##2, #5, #6, #7, Financial Agreement Forms did not specify any services that should be considered as extra.

At the time of inspection, staff person #2 did not documentation of two nonfamily references on file.

At the time of inspection, staff person #1 only had 3 out of the required 12 credit training hours on file.

At the time of inspection, it was reported that staff person #1 often scream and yell at children to get their attention or for redirection.

At the time of inspection, staff person #1 did not have an updated health assessment on file. Last health assessment on file was dated 11.22.2021.

At the time of inspection, staff person #1 did not have fire safety training on file.

At the time of inspection, staff person #1 did not have an annual written evaluation on file.

During the renewal inspection conducted on 3/20/24 staff person# 1 file did not include FBI, or NSOR clearances; staff person# 10 file did not include state police, or NSOR clearances

During the renewal inspection conducted on 3/20/24 the program did not provide documentation of emergency plan date of review.

During the renewal inspection conducted on 3/20/24 staff persons # 3,5, and 9 files did not include documentation of emergency plan training completed.

During the renewal inspection conducted on 3/20/24 it was observed the outside play area had large pieces of trash, a large sign not mounted posing as a tipping hazard, also, an infestation of unknown bug covering the shed, entrance and exit gate.

During the renewal inspection conducted on 3/20/24 it was observed 3 sinks in classroom # 6 water measured at 118° F. Classroom # 7 bathroom sink and taller sink in the classroom area water is measuring at 118° F. The indoor play space taller sink is measuring at 118° F..

During the renewal inspection conducted on 3/20/24 it was observed in classroom # 1 and 3 the exit glass doors did not have required decals.

During the renewal inspection conducted on 3/20/24 it was observed classroom# 4 and 6 first aid kit was missing scissors, classroom# 5 and 7 was missing tweezers, and the indoor play space first aid kit was missing soap.

During the renewal inspection conducted on 3/20/24 it was observed unoccupied classroom#7 was not set up to care for children. There was no appropriate play equipment, also extra furniture from other classrooms, boxes, unused rugs that were rolled up.

During the renewal inspection conducted on 3/20/24 staff person# 1 and 9 files did not include documentation of health assessment or TB completed; staff person# 4 file did not include documentation of TB testing completed; staff person# 10 file did not include documentation of health assessment completed.

During the renewal inspection conducted on 3/20/24 facility did not provide verification of annual emergency drill being conducted.

During the renewal inspection conducted on 3/20/24 the program did not provide verification of emergency plan and subsequent plan being sent to local municipality.

During the renewal inspection conducted on 3/20/24 the program did not provide liability insurance that included the address of the facility.

During the renewal inspection conducted on 3/20/24 Provider did not written policy addressing potential signs /symptoms of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma; Strategies for coping with a crying, fussing children; and prevention and identification of child maltreatment.

During the renewal inspection conducted on 3/20/24 staff person#13 file did not include documentation of fire safety training completed.

During the renewal inspection conducted on 3/20/24 staff person# 2 through 4 and 7 file didnt include verification of 10 hour health and safety training completed, and staff person#5,9,11, and 12 file did not include 1 hour updated health and safety training.

During the renewal inspection conducted on 3/20/24 staff person# 13 did not complete the mandated reporter training within 90 days of their date of hire.

During the renewal inspection conducted on 3/20/24 staff person # 3,5, and 12 file did not include a completed annual evaluations.

During the renewal inspection conducted on 3/20/24 child # 2 emergency contact form did not include physicians number or address.

During the renewal inspection conducted on 3/20/24 child#4 emergency contact form did not include health insurance policy number.

During the renewal inspection conducted on 3/20/24 child # 1through 3 emergency contact had not been reviewed in the last 6 months.

During the renewal inspection conducted on 3/20/24 staff person# 1 and 9 files did not include two written nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.

During the renewal inspection conducted on 3/20/24 staff person# 9 and 10 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire

During the renewal inspection conducted on 3/20/24 staff person# 2,3,5,6,8,12, and 14 file did not included completed 12 hour annual training.

During the inspection on 4/3/2023 the facility had an emergency plan that did not address volunteer emergency preparedness training, practice drills, and continuity of operations.

During the inspection on 4/3/2023 the outside area was observed having, debris, leaves, plastic, beer cans and trash. This poses a threat to the health and safety of the children.

During the inspection on 4/3/2023 the first-aid kits in the classroom#1 was missing gloves, in classrooms #2 & 7the first aid kits were missing gloves, classroom #3 was missing soap and tweezers, classroom #4 was missing scissors and soap and in Classroom# 5 was missing soap, tweezers and soap.

During the inspection on 4/3/2023 the file records for child #6 and 8 did not include an updated health assessment.

During the inspection on 4/3/2023 the file record for child # 4 did not include a health assessment that included a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.

During the inspection on 4/3/2023 the file record for child #4 did not include a health assessment that included a statement that age-appropriate screenings recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics were conducted since the time of the previous health report required by this section.

During the inspection on 4/3/2023 the file record for staff person #6 did not include an acceptable health assessment.

During the inspection on 4/3/2023 classroom #6 was observed having storage, and adult tables and chairs, the classroom was not set up for child care.

During the inspection on 4/3/2023 the facility's emergency plan did not include accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.

During the electronic inspection on 4/3/2023 the fire drill log was observed and there was no record of an emergency drill be conducted.

During the inspection on 4/3/2023 the file records for staff person #1 did not include verification of childcare experience prior to service at the facility.

During the inspection on 4/6/2023 the file records for staff person #6 did not include verification of child care experience prior to service at the facility.

During the electronic inspection the file record for staff person # 6 did not include acceptable verification of education, the degree observed did not identify the study/major of the degree conferred.

During the inspection on 4/6/2023 the file records for staff person #2 and 3 did not include verification of childcare experience prior to service at the facility.

During the inspection on 4/3/2023 the file records for child # 1, and 8 did not include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released on emergency contact form.

During the inspection on 4/3/2023 classroo#1 did not have emergency contact information present in a child care space for 2 children receiving care in the space.

During the inspection on 4/3/2023 the file records for child#1,2,3,4,5,6,7, 8 and 9 did not include a review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information.

During the inspection on 4/3/2023 the file records for staff person # 2, 3 and 5 did not include the required updated one-hour health and safety training

During the remote inspection on 4/3/2023 the facility did not have a copy of the applicable regulations under which the facility is certified posted in a conspicuous location used by parents, with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional day care office posted at the same location

It was observed that classroom #2 had a total of 14 children. Staff person # 1 and #2 identified a total of 13 children when 14 were present in the childcare space.

It was observed that staff person # 2 and #5 file did not have verified NSOR completed.

It was observed that staff person # 1 did not complete emergency plan training.

It was observed that classroom # 5 is being used for storage, all though the space is counted as childcare space.

It was observed in classroom# 6 that a bottle of bleach and water was stored in an unlocked cabinet that was accessible to children.

Both sinks in classroom #6, water temperature was measured at 120° F

It was observed that the first aid kit located in classrooms # 4 and 6 were missing tweezers. Classroom # 8 was also missing tweezers, soap, and scissors.

It was observed that classroom # 6 had dirt and cobb-webs in the classroom. Trash was also observed in the outside play area.

It was observed classrooms # 1,2,3, 4,6 and 8 children's bathroom did not have hand washing signs posted by the sink/toileting areas.

It was observed in classroom # 2 children's blue chair was ripped on left and right arms cushion.

It was observed that child# 3 health assessment was not verified by a physician that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.

It was observed that staff person # 3 file did not have verification of tuberculosis screening.

It was observed the address displayed on the liability insurance did not match the facility being inspected.

It was observed that child # 1 agreement form did not display a specific fee for service.

It was observed that child # 11 emergency contact did not include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.

It was observed that child# 8 and 10 emergency contact did not include an address for child or the enrolling parent.

It was observed that child # 6 emergency contact did not include the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care.

It was observed that child# 2, 8 and 9 emergency contact did not include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy.

It was observed that child # 2,3,4,5,6,and 7 emergency contact did not display address of the designated release individual.

During the inspection on 10/18/2021 the outdoor play space was measured and assessed. The logs were observed having jagged/sharp edges. This condition poses a threat to the health and safety of the children,