Kinder Academy of Kennedy Robinson Township

2nd Citation: Same citation previously cited on 12.31.24. The file for Staff #4 did not contain evaluated proof of education, and therefore, the educational equivalency was unable to be determined.

In Room 2D - SA/PK, a protective cover on the bottom electrical outlet was missing, which would be accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.

The Health Assessment, in the file for Staff #2, did not contain a date, making it unknown as to when the Health Assessment was conducted, and is therefore, invalid.

The file for Staff #1 contained documentation of Health & Safety - 1 Hour Update training on 9.18.23, which was due by 12.30.22, which exceeded the deadline.

The file for Staff #1 did not contain any documentation of completed Fire Safety training in 2023 or 2024, at the time of the inspection, which is required at least every 12 months.

The files for Staff #3 and Staff #4 did not contain evaluated proof of education, and therefore, the educational equivalency was unable to be determined.

The file for Staff #1 contained documentation of 4.5 hours of child care training between 12.19.23 and 12.18.24, which did not meet the annual 12-hour requirement.

During observation, on 8/23/24, from 8:00 AM until 8:45 AM, Staff Person #1 was observed supervising 9 children (5 Preschool, 2 Older Toddlers and 2 Younger Toddlers). Based on statements from staff, the facility was also over ratio the mornings of 8/20, 8/21 and 8/23 during the same time frames.

Staff person #1- was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #1 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Pediatric CPR/FA.

On 8/23/24 at 8:00 AM, Staff Person #2 was observed supervising four children (3 Infants and 1 YSA) in the Main Room. When asked to name the children, Staff Person #2 did not know the name of Child #8, the YSA child in her group.

During observation of breakfast served on 8/23/24, verified that meal served was Cheerios and milk, which only accounted for two of three food groups required (grain and dairy). Based on conversations with staff, it was confirmed that only two food groups (grain and fruit) were served on the morning of 8/20/24 because milk had not been delivered to the facility.

A review of child records was conducted, based on attendance on 8/23/24 verified there were no child files for Child #1, #2 and #3. Because there were no child files for Child #1, #2 and #3, the facility did not have emergency contact forms on file for these children. Additionally, the files for Child #4, #5, #6 and #7 did not include an emergency contact form to show the contact information.

During physical site review on 8/23/24, emergency contact forms were not present in Classroom 1A for Child #1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 and 7, who were receiving care in this room.

A review of child records based on attendance on 8/23/24 verified there were no child files for Child #1, #2 and #3.

A review of child records based on attendance on 8/23/24 verified there were no child files for Child #1, #2 and #3. Because there were no child files for Child #1, #2 and #3, the facility did not have fee agreements on file for Child #1, #2 and #3. Additionally, the files for Child #8 and #9 did not include fee agreements.

The files for staff # 1, 2, 3 and 6 lack a disclosure statement. The file for staff #4 lacks the correct disclosure statement required under the CPSL and a Child Abuse clearance on or before initial start date in a child care position. The file for staff #5 lacks the correct disclosure statement required under the CPSL. The file for staff #7 lacks the correct disclosure statement required under the CPSL and a PA State Police on or before initial start date in a child care position. There is no State Police clearance on file. SEE IS CODE SHEET.

Staff person #5 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #5 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: 10 hour Health and Safety Training. Staff person #3 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #3 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: 1 hour Health and Safety Training Update.

The file for Staff Person #1 lacked a current PA State Police and Child Abuse Clearance. The file also lacked a signed disclosure statement. The most recent PA State Police Clearance for Staff Person #1 was dated 3.12.19 and their PA Child Abuse Clearance was dated 3.19.19. The file for Staff Person #2 lacked a completed NSOR Certificate. Staff Person #2 was observed to be working alone with a group of children at the facility. The file for Staff Person #3 lacked a completed PA State Police or FBI Clearance prior to starting at the facility. The file for Staff Person #3 also lacked a completed Disclosure Statement. Staff Person #3 was observed to be working alone with a group of children at the facility. The file for Staff Person #4 lacked a completed NSOR Certificate and they have exceeded 45 days in a child care taking position. A completed NSOR Certificate was not on file until 3.27.24. The file for Staff Person #5 lacked a completed FBI Clearance and NSOR Certificate and they have exceeded 45 days in a child care taking position. Staff Person #5 was observed alone with a group of children at the facility. The file for Staff Person #6 lacked a signed disclosure statement.

Staff Person #3 was observed to be working alone with a group of children. The qualifications on file for Staff Person #3 indicated that they are an Aide and must be supervised by a staff person qualified at minimum as an assistant group supervisor.

The file for Staff Person #1 and #3 lacked a completed health assessment.

The file for Staff person #1 lacked verification that they have completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric First Aid and CPR Training. The file for Staff person #5 lacked verification that they have completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): 10 hour Health and Safety Training.

The file for Staff Person #3, who was observed to be working alone with children, lacked 2500 hours of experience to qualify them for the position they were performing. The file only contained 1,818.6 hours.

The acting Director is not present at the facility 30 hours per week as it was reported by Staff Person #1 that they are also training new Directors at another location.

The file for Staff Person #3 lacked one of their two written, nonfamily references attesting to their suitability to serve as a facility person.

The thermometer in the refrigerator in the PS room measured 62° F.

The file for staff person #1 lacked documentation of a tuberculosis screening at initial employment. (See LIS CODE SHEET)

On 9/12/23 at 9:20am, staff person #1 was observed caring for 6 older toddlers and 1 young toddler in the Older Toddler Room.

On 9/12/23 at 9:20am, staff person #2 was observed caring for 6 young toddlers in the Young Toddler Room.

In Room 2A-Infants, loose crib sheets were observed on cribs in which infants were sleeping.

Cleaning materials, such as, a bottle of Lysol Disinfectant Spray, disinfectant wipes, hand sanitizer, and air freshener were observed to be stored in cabinet above food in Room 3B.

In the PreK room, trash that was contaminated by human secretions was plastic-lined but the trash receptacle did not have a closed lid. In Room 3A, trash that was contaminated by human secretions was observed in a closed receptacle but was not plastic-lined.

The diaper changing pad in Room 1B was observed to be torn exposing the children to foam interior, which poses a choking hazard to the children in the room who are still placing objects in their mouths.

The file for facility person #2 was observed not to contain documentation of a health assessment being completed within 12 months prior to date of hire (See LIS CODE SHEET). The file for facility person #3 was observed to contain a health assessment conducted on 10/12/22, which was not completed within 12 months prior to date of hire (See LIS CODE SHEET).

The file for facility person #2 lacked documentation of a tuberculosis screening at initial employment (See LIS code sheet).

The health assessment on file for facility person #1 lacked the physician's assessment of the staff person's suitability to provide child care.

Based on staff statements, in the front playground, the toddlers were observed to be placing twigs into their mouths because the playground is not routinely cleaned. The observation was made that there was a large number of leaves and twigs around the playground. Based on staff statements and observations, the facilities back playground's artificial grass was rolled up and not firmly attached to the ground causing a potential tripping hazard.

Based on staff statements, while on the front playground, toddlers who are still placing objects in their mouths have been observed placing small twigs into their mouths.

The rest equipment in the PS room was observed to lack labels with the names of specific children.

Based on staff statements, diaper changing surfaces are not being cleaned after each use in the OT room.

The file for staff person #1 was observed to have documentation Mandated Reporter training that was not renewed before the expiration date of the most current certification required under CPSL. The two most current trainings are dated 2/22/17 and 4/20/22.

Staff person #1and #2 were observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #1 and #2 have not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: health and safety topics #1 through #9, as required by regulation 31f and pediatric first aid/CPR from a PQAS approved trainer and a PQAS approved curriculum.

In the room 1B-YT, a bottle of Clorox wipes were stored above food located in the corner cabinet of the room.

In the children's restroom located in the PS rooms, the hot water temperature on the right sink measured approximately 140° F.

In the PS Transition Room, a clear toy bin containing paper confetti was observed to be cracked and exposes the children in care to rough edges and sharp corners.

In the classroom 3A-PS, two red cushions for a child's sofa and chair had holes and tears in the corners. In the classroom 3C-PS Transition, one red cushion for a child's chair had a hole and tear in the corner of the cushion.

In the classrooms 1A -OT, 1B-YT, Infant, and 3A-PS, a hands-free garbage can was not located next to the diaper changing table.

The facility did not conduct or have documentation of an annual emergency drill on file. The regulations took effect on 12/19/2020 and an emergency drill has not been completed.

The facility lacked documentation of proof of purchase for the interconnected fire detection system.

The facility lacked documentation of sending the emergency plan and subsequent plan updates to the local municipality and county emergency management agency.

The facility lacked written documentation of notifying the local traffic safety authorities of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the child care facility.

RECITED FROM SIN-00190750: During a supervision/ratio assessment at the beginning of the renewal inspection,, in Room 1A, which had 7 YT and 1 OT, Staff person #3 named 4 children. Staff member #4 had responsibility for the 4 girls in the room but did not know their names. RECITED FROM SIN-00181521: According to staff statements, Staff person #1 was the only staff in the infant room with 5 infants for a period of about 30 minutes on 1/20/21 while Staff person #2 was in the preschool room and was therefore not present in the infant room supervising the children assigned to her