The Owls Nest Daycare and Preschool LLC

Observed staff files #1, #3, and #5 contained updated NSOR verification letters which was dated more than 60 days after the previous valid letter. Observed staff file #2, who began employment after 2/1/25, did not contain the new updated disclosure form which is required to be used for all new hires after 2/1/25. Observed staff file #3, contained an updated FBI fingerprint clearance which was dated more than 60 months after the previous valid FBI clearance. Observed staff file #4 contained updated criminal background clearance, child abuse clearance, and FBI fingerprint clearance which were all dated more than 60 months after the previous valid clearances.

Observed ice melt materials labeled "keep out of the reach of children", accessible to children by the entrance door to the facility.

Observed a trash can in the outdoor play area which was overflowing with trash and had not been recently taken out of the facility areas.

Observed a spot of damaged drywall by the black cabinet in the middle toddler room. Observed a fan in the toddler eating area which needed to be cleaned.

Observed a black storage cabinet in the middle toddler room which was not securely anchored to the wall creating a fall/tipping hazard.

Observed child file #1, an infant, contained a most recent health assessment which was dated more than 6 months ago.

Observed staff file #5 contained an updated health assessment which was dated more than 24 months after the previous valid health assessment.

Observed the most recent fire alarm testing documentation in the upstairs room revealed that the last time the alarms were tested was 6/16/25 which was more than 30 days ago.

Observed staff file #1 did not contain a signed disclosure statement or a valid child abuse clearance. Observed staff file #1, who has been in a childcare position for more than 90 days (see LIS code sheet) did not contain documentation of completion of the CPSL required mandated reporter training. Observed staff file #2 contained a state police criminal background clearance which stated request pending which is not a status for a valid state police criminal background clearance. Observed staff file #2 contained a NSOR verification letter which was applied for and dated more than 45 days after the first day working with children (see LIS code sheet).

Observed in the preschool room, the following items were accessible to children, hand sanitizer on a low counter and shaving cream in an unlocked cabinet. Both items are labeled "keep out of the reach of children".

Observed in the preschool room, used tissues discarded in a trash can which did not have a lid.

Observed in the toddler room, a detached gate hinge on the gate restricting the food prep area.

Observed damaged paint by the lidded trash can in the infant bathroom.

Observed plastic bags in an unlocked cabinet in the infant bathroom where toddlers are toilet training.

Observed a tall lamp which could be pulled over/accessible to crawling children and unstable walkers in the infant room.

Observed the initial health assessment for staff file #2 was obtained after providing initial service in the child care setting. Observed staff file #3 contained an initial health assessment which was dated more than 12 months prior to providing initial service in the childcare setting.

Observed the last documented fire alarm test was conducted on 4/18/25, which was approximately 39 days ago.

Observed staff files #1 and #2, both staff have been employed for more than 90 days, did not contain documentation of completion of the professional development listed with section 3270.31.(f)1-10.

Observed staff file #1 did not contain documentation of a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 year's experience with children.

Observed staff files #1 and #2 did not contain two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.

Observed staff file #1 contained an updated child abuse clearance which was dated more than 60 months after the previous valid health assessment. Observed staff file #1 contained an updated criminal background clearance which had a status or request pending making the clearance not valid. Observed staff file #5 contained an initial criminal background clearance which was dated more than 5 months after staff #5 first day working in a childcare position. Observed staff file #5 contained a CPSL required mandated reporter training which was completed more than 90 days after staff 5 first day working in a childcare position. Observed staff file #7 contained a CPSL required NSOR verification letter which was dated more than 11 months after staff #7 first day working in a childcare position.

Observed the documentation of the annual review of the emergency plan was dated more than 12 months ago.

Observed a backpack hanging in a low cubby in the toddler eating area and accessible to children, contained a tube of diaper cream labeled "keep out of the reach of children".

Observed a gate to restrict children from entering non child care space which was not securely anchored to the wall. Observed on the fence by the gate leading to the outdoor play are, a torsion bar clamp which did not have a nut to secure the bolt to keep it secure.

Observed 2 spots of damaged paint above the main room cubbies for the preschool and school-age children.

Observed child file #4 who has been in attendance for more than 16 months did not contain written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of the dates (month, day and year) the child was administered immunizations in accordance with the recommendations of the ACIP.

Observed staff file #2 contained an updated health assessment which was dated more than 28 months after the previous valid health assessment.

Observed the documented emergency drills revealed that the two previous annual emergency drills were both conducted as lock down drills. The type of annual emergency drill is required to be different every year.

Observed child file #4 who has been in attendance for more than 16 months did not contain an initial health assessment.

Staff person #-6- has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Staff #6 has not completed the revised updated health and safety training (3270.31(f)(1-9).

Observed staff files #3 and #4, did not contain documentation of 2 years of experience with children.

Observed children's files #1, #2, #3, and #4 contained most recent child service reports which were dated more than 6 months ago.

Observed the emergency contact information for child file #4 did not contain the health insurance coverage and policy number for the child.

Observed staff file #5 contained only 1 written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.

Observed staff files #3 and #5, who have been employed for more than 90 days, did not contain documentation of completion of pediatric first-aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation training.

Observed an accessible electrical power cord in the infant eating area which did not have protective receptacle covers.

Observed a detached toilet paper holder and peeling caulking on the vanity in the preschool bathroom. Observed one spot of detached fencing in the outdoor play area. Observed a furnace vent which needed to be cleaned.

Observed a damaged plastic caterpillar foot on the climber in the outdoor play area.

Observed child file #1, contained a most recent health assessment which was dated more than 16 months ago.

Observed in the toddler room cabinet, an epi pen and an albuterol inhaler which did not have the written instructions are provided from the individual who prescribed the medicine.

Observed the fire alarm testing document revealed that the 2 times in the previous 12 months the fire alarms were tested more than 30 days apart.

Observed the facility did not have a policy to address abusive head trauma, shaken baby syndrome, and child maltreatment.

Observed child file #2 contained an incomplete original agreement.

Observed the backpacks taken by the staff on walks with the children, did not contain the emergency transportation procedure.

Observed staff file #4, who has been working in a child care position for over 6 months, contains a Department of Education FBI fingerprint clearance which is not valid for working in childcare. Observed facility person file #1, a volunteer, did not contain a disclosure statement signed prior to volunteering at the childcare facility. Observed staff file #2, a provisional hire who has worked less than 45 days, did not contain a copy of the FBI fingerprint submitted receipt dated prior to starting in a childcare position. Observed staff file #5 and #6, contained documentation of the CPSL required mandated reporter training which was completed more than 90 days after their first day working in a childcare position.

Observed in the preschool room, the following items which are labeled keep out of the reach of children, hand sanitizer accessible to children by the door and diaper cream accessible to children in a low extra clothes bag in the preschool bathroom. Observed in the small room, rubbing alcohol, RID dye, and shaving cream, which are all labeled keep out of the reach of children, accessible to children on a low shelf. Observed in the toddler area, hand sanitizer and soothing gel labeled keep out of the reach of children, accessible to children on a low counter and in a backpack in a cubby.

Observed a bottle of descaling liquid stored on the toddler food prep counter.

Observed 6 bingo markers stored with the toddler arts and crafts cabinet which were labeled keep out of the reach of children and did not have a non toxic symbol.

Observed a furnace vent in the preschool room which needed to be cleaned. Observed in the outdoor play area, broken fence support straps with rough edges, a broken fence post cap, and zip ties on a section of fence which needed to have the pointed ends cut off.

Observed in the small preschool bathroom a spot of peeling paint by the toilet. Observed peeling paint in the block corner of the toddler room.

Observed the toddler diaper changing area and the toddler sink did not have a posted handwashing sign.

Observed child file #3 and #5 did not contain written verification of ongoing flu vaccines administered in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP.

Observed the toddler diaper changing area did not have a plastic-lined, hands-free covered can.

Observed the documented fire alarm testing logs for the upstairs and for the downstairs revealed that 2 times in the previous 12 months that the fire alarm testing was conducted more than 30 days apart.

Observed the facility did not have documentation of notifying the local traffic safety authorities annually in writing of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the child care facility.

Observed staff file #3, 4, and #6 contained documentation of completion of Pediatric First Aid and CPR (3270.31.(f)(10)) which was completed more than 90 days after their first day working in a childcare position. Observed staff file #5 contained documentation of completing the required health and safety preservice training, 3270.31(f) 1-10 which was completed more than 90 days after their first day working in a childcare position.

Observed child file #1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 contained original agreements.

Observed the emergency contact information for child file #2 did not contain the complete address for the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

Observed the file for facility person #1 contained one written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.

Based on information obtained during the course of the investigation, it was determined that staff #1 pushed a child's face down into a sleeping bag pillow. It was also determined that staff #1 pinched and twisted the skin on a child's neck.

Based on information obtained during the course of the investigation, it was determined that staff #1 pushed a child's head into a sleeping bag pillow causing the child to scream due to being scared.

Based on information obtained during the course of the investigation, it was determined that staff #1 held a child's head down and also used their body to hold a child onto their sleeping bag restricting the child's movement.