The Owls Nest Daycare & Preschool Bedford

Observed the child abuse clearance for staff file #2 was obtained after their first day working in a childcare position. Observed staff file #1, contained a child abuse clearance which was dated 12 months after their first day working in a childcare position. Observed staff file #5, contained a NSOR verification application which was dated after their first day working in a childcare position.

Observed staff files #1 and #3 contained annual training in the emergency plan which was completed more than 12 months after the previous emergency plan training.

Observed electrical outlets on a power strip cord in the hallway which did not have protective receptacle covers. Observed an electrical outlet, on the decorative lights in the preschool circle time area, which did not have a protective receptacle cover.

Observed hand sanitizer and bleach water, labeled "keep out of the reach of children", accessible to children by the sink in the front young toddler room. Observed sunscreen and hand sanitizer, labeled "keep out of the reach of children", accessible to children in a low cubby and on a low windowsill in the school age room.

Observed in the left young toddler room, dab o ink bingo daubers which did not contain the non-toxic symbol and were labeled "keep out of the reach of children".

Observed the doors to the back left infant room and the infant/young toddler room did not latch securely creating a pinch point for the mobile children.

Observed a broken green toy bin in the back older toddler room. Observed a torn foam rug in the front infant room. Observed one of the bucket seats in the young toddler room was missing a safety strap.

Observed the updated health assessment for child file #1, a preschool child, was dated more than 12 months after the previous valid health assessment. Observed child file #3, an older toddler, contained a most recent health assessment which was dated more than 13 months ago.

Observed staff file #4 contained an updated health assessment which was dated more than 28 months after the previous valid health assessment.

Observed the emergency drill documentation was not completed on the Department's approved form and lacked all of the required emergency drill information.

Observed child file #4 contained an initial health assessment which was dated more than 60 days after the first day of attendance at the facility.

Observed staff files #1 and #3 contained recent fire safety training which was completed more than 12 months after the previous valid fire safety training.

Observed staff file #6 contained documentation of the health and safety preservice training which was completed more than 90 days after their first day working in a childcare position.

Observed the most recent child service report for child file #2 was completed more than 6 months after the previous child service report was completed.

Observed the agreement for child file #4 and #5 did not specify the date of the child's admission.

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

Observed staff file #1 contained a disclosure statement which did not have a witness signature. Observed staff file #2 contained a disclosure statement which was not dated to document that it was signed prior to starting in a childcare position. Observed staff file #1 did not contain a state police criminal background clearance or a copy of the application for the clearance.

Observed 2 extension cords going across a hallway and over a gate into the infant room, creating a tripping hazard.

Observed three pack n plays in use in the rear infant room which did not have 2 feet of space on three sides.

On 12/18/23 observed staff file #1, a provisional hire, did not contain a copy of the required child abuse clearance to be a good provisional hire.

Observed an infant sleeping in a rocker and the facility did not have a medical reason documented in a statement signed by a physician in the child's file at the facility.

Observed in the young front toddler room, diaper cream labeled "keep out of the reach of children", accessible to children in a bin on a low shelf in the diaper changing area. Observed steramine tablets, labeled "keep out of the reach of children", accessible to children on a windowsill in the school-age room.

Observed the emergency phone numbers were not posted by the telephone in the older toddler room.

Observed zip ties attaching the fence to the posts which needed to be cut off. Observed a damaged board by the ramp and damaged siding by the entrance door. Observed exposed bolts in the toddler outdoor play area and a cracked drainpipe with rough edges.

Observed peeling paint by a damaged board on the entrance ramp. Observed peeling paint on the post by the gate, the front window, by the preschool entrance, and on all the posts on the porch.

Observed exposed foam and peeling covers on the blue mats by the rest equipment in the preschool room.

Observed many pieces of gravel, with a diameter of less than 1 inch, accessible to the toddlers in the front play area.

Observed an infant in a pack n play which did not have 2 feet of space on three sides.

Observed child file #3 did not contain an updated written verification of ongoing vaccines administered to an infant in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP.

Observed staff file #3 contained the required health and safety professional development update which was completed after the required completion date of 12/30/22.

On 12/18/23 observed staff files #1 and #2 did not contain documentation of 2 years of experience with children.

Observed the most recent child service report in child files #1, #2, and #4 contained a most recent child service report which was dated more than 6 months ago.

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:3270.31(f)1-9.

Observed staff #1, who is a provisional hire, was working alone in the older toddler room without being supervised by a staff qualified at least as an assistant group supervisor. Staff #1 had all required clearances and had applied for the NSOR verification letter.

On 12/19/22, observed staff file #1 contained updated criminal background and child abuse clearances which were dated more than 60 months after the date of the previous valid clearances. Observed staff file #2 contained an updated child abuse clearance which was dated more than 60 months after the previous valid child abuse clearance. Observed staff file #2 contained a criminal background clearance and FBI fingerprint clearance which were dated more than 45 days after staff #2's first day working in a childcare position. Observed staff file #3 contained the CPSL required mandated reporter training which was dated more than 90 days after staff #3's first day working in a childcare position. Observed staff file #4 contained an updated FBI fingerprint clearance which was dated more than 60 after the previous valid FBI clearance.

Observed an electrical outlet in the older toddler room which did not have a protective receptacle cover.

Observed in the school age area bleach accessible in a low cabinet due to a failed child safety lock and sterilization tablets on an accessible windowsill above the sink.

Observed shaving cream, labeled keep out of the reach of children, in the preschool arts and craft supplies.

Observed in the outdoor play area, a damaged telephone wire, damaged vinyl siding, and accessible insulation. Observed in the older toddler room, a detached gray shelf anchor and detached radiator corner. Observed in the school age area, a damaged low cabinet with splintering edges. Observed in the young toddler room, a spot of damaged drywall by the boo boo reports and gray wall and loose hanging cords accessible to the children.

Observed damaged and peeling paint in the older toddler room by the closet, by the tree decoration, and by the stacked chairs. Observed paint flakes on the floor by the gate to the infant room and the young toddler room. Observed in the front young toddler room, peeling paint behind the plastic barrier, on the door, and green paint flakes by the gate edge.

Observed there was no lidded waste receptacle by the sink in the older toddler room.

Observed in the older toddler room, large blocks with peeling covers and exposed foam. Observed in the infant room, a white shelf which was not securely anchored to the wall and had a splintering edge. Observed in the young toddler room, a brown shelf with a damaged top and splintering edges.

Observed in the young toddler area, a small object with a diameter of less than 1 inch and a plastic bag in the end cubby accessible to young toddlers in this area.

Observed in the infant room a bassinet which was not labeled with the name of the child who was sleeping in the bassinet.

Observed child file #5, an infant, contained an updated health assessment which was dated 8 months after the previous valid child health assessment. Observed child file #1, a preschool child, contained an updated health assessment which was dated more than 18 months after the previous valid child health assessment.

Observed child file #1 and #2 did not contain written verification of ongoing flu vaccines administered in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP.

On 12/19/22, observed staff file #5 contained an initial health assessment which did not include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination.

Observed the fire alarm monitoring documentation revealed that 3 times in the previous 12 months the alarms were tested more than 30 days apart.

Observed child file #2 and #3 contained initial health assessments which were dated more than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility.

Observed the facility did not have documentation of notifying 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 in child file #4, an original incomplete agreement.

Observed the emergency contact form for child file #4 did not contain the health insurance coverage and policy number or the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

Observed that the infant room did not have an emergency transportation plan posted in the childcare space.

Observed an infant sleeping in a pack in play with a pillow inside of the pack n play.

Observed bleach on a food prep counter in the kitchen area.

Observed in the young toddler area there was a tear in the pipe insulation exposing foam and a damaged ceiling above the diaper changing area. Observed damaged drywall cover and exposed edging in the preschool room. Observed an exposed nail on the white shelf in the older toddler room.

Observed damaged plaster by the hallway gate.

Observed the rear exit from the facility was obstructed with air conditioners.

Observed two portable space heaters in the office of the facility.

Observed staff #1, 2, 3, 4, 5, and 6 who had not completed the required pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of their date of hire or completed the approved pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation course prior to 4/29/22.

Observed in the infant room rest equipment for children #1 and #2 had loose sheets posing a threat to the health or safety of the children.

The file of staff #1 with a start date in care with children of 12-13-21 lacked a PA State Police clearance and the report for the National Sex Offender Registry. The file of staff #3 with a start date in care with children of 2-15-21 lacked the report for the National Sex Offender Registry. The file of staff #4 had a Child Abuse clearance for the purpose of volunteer rather than employment. The file of staff #7 had Child Abuse clearances more than 60 months apart due to the fact they were dated 6-24-15 and 11-29-21.

Observed in the room known as the Middle Toddler room, the following rest equipment no labeled for the use of a specific child and used only by the specified child: Graco brand purple floral print, Graco brand safari animal print, Cosco brand Safari animal print, and Cosco brand pink floral print.

Observed in the young toddler room, Butt Paste brand diaper cream labeled for child #5 with an expiration date of 7/21.

The file of staff #7 with a start date in care with children of 2-2-21, lacked documentation of completing Mandated Reporter training timely due to the fact the document on file was dated 12-18-21. Therefore, completed more than 90 days from start date.

Upon review of staff files, it was determined the facility did not have the required number of Group Supervisors employed based on the fact there are 11 Assistant Group supervisors and 1 director with 78 enrolled children and present at one time.

The files of staff #2, #4, #6, and #7, all identified as Assistant Group Supervisors, lacked documentation to support the position due to the fact there was not proof of 2500 hours' of experience.

The files of children #1 and #2 lacked agreements with the persons designated by a parents to whom the children may be released.

The file of child #3 lacked an emergency contact form with the full address of the child's physician or source of medical care.

The file of child #3 lacked an emergency contact form with the parents' full work address and phone number. The file of child #4 lacked an emergency contact form with the parents' full work address.

The file of child #3 lacked an emergency contact form with the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care.

The file of child #3 lacked an emergency contact form with the signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.

The file of staff #5 with a start date in care with children of 10-9-21, had documentation of completing Health and Safety training on 1-9-22. Therefore, it was completed more than 90 days from the start date.

The files of staff #1 and #2 lacked two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person

On 10/15/21 a mixed ratio of 4 young and 9 older toddlers was observed in the same childcare space supervised by 3 staff exceeding the maximum group size of 10 toddlers.

On 10/15/21 the preschool child care space was observed having 10 preschool children being supervised by 2 staff who were unable to identify the names of all 10 children in care.