Richland Academy

3270.32(a)/3270.192(2)(iii) Comply with CPSL/Exp, educ., training at facility

“The file of staff #2 had Mandated reporter training completed more than 60 months apart due to the fact they were dated: staff #2 10-25-20 and 1-15-26.”

Correction date in the state record: Feb 26, 2026

3270.192(5) Two written references

“The file of staff #4 lacked 2 written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.”

Correction date in the state record: Feb 20, 2026

3270.104(a) Clean, good repair, proper size

“Observed a chair in the pre school/older toddler room a damaged chair with exposed foam.”

Correction date in the state record: Feb 12, 2026

3270.35(b)(1) Bachelor's

“The file of staff #4, a Group Supervisor lacked proof of education from an accredited college or university in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education or the human services field due to the fact their degree was Physics.”

Correction date in the state record: Feb 26, 2026

3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

“The file of staff #1 had NSOR clearances more than 60 months apart due to the fact they were dated: 12-2-25 and 11-2-20. The file of staff #3 lacked out of state clearances and there was documentation they lived out of state in the last 5 years. The file of staff #3 had a late NSOR due to the fact it was dated 12-10-25 and they started in care with children on 12-8-25.”

Correction date in the state record: Feb 26, 2026

3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL

“Staff person #4 has completed mandated reporter training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet), however the mandated reporter training is not from an approved source.”

Correction date in the state record: Feb 22, 2026

3270.131(a)/3270.182(1) Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports

“The file of child #1 had an initial health assessment more than 60 days from their first day of attendance at the facility.”

Correction date in the state record: Feb 26, 2026

3270.82(h) Handwashing signs

“Observed a sink in the older toddler/preschool room that lacked a handwashing sign.”

Correction date in the state record: Dec 9, 2025

3270.104(a) Clean, good repair, proper size

“Observed child #1, a young toddler and child #2 an infant sitting in highchairs without the manufactured straps in use to properly secure the children.”

Correction date in the state record: Dec 8, 2025

3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

“The file of staff #1 lacked a disclosure statement signed timely due to the fact it was dated 9-5-25 (see LIS code sheet).”

Correction date in the state record: Dec 8, 2025

3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(5) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Physician/CRNP assessment

“The file of staff #1 lacked an acceptable initial health assessment due to the fact it did not assess free from communicable disease the person's suitability to provide child care.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 18, 2025

3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

“The file of staff #1 lacked documentation of the NSOR on file.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 18, 2025

3270.113(a) Supervised at all times

“Observed at 1:10 p.m., during naptime in the toddler room, child #1 located in the far end of the dining space and staff #1 sitting on the opposite far end of the space. There were wooden shelving units, tables, and chairs occupying the space between child #1 and staff #1. Therefore, staff #1 could not effectively supervise child #1.”

Correction date in the state record: Feb 11, 2025

3270.82(h) Handwashing signs

“Observed in the toddler room, able children sent to the dining space for snack without washing their hands prior to eating.”

Correction date in the state record: Feb 10, 2025

3270.67(d) Contaminated trash in closed plastic-lined receptacle

“Observed trash cans in the in the dining space of the toddler room with evidence of human secretions or excrements not lidded.”

Correction date in the state record: Feb 22, 2025

3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible

“Observed in the toddler space a spray bottle labeled as bleach water accessible to children due to the fact it was on a counter near the refrigerator low enough for children to reach. At the time of the inspection, the closet door located within the restroom used by children in care was unlocked and cleaning products were observed on the floor if the closet.”

Correction date in the state record: Feb 10, 2025

3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations

“The file of staff #8 lacked a staff evaluation within the last 12 months.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2025

3270.32(a)/3270.192(2)(iii) Comply with CPSL/Exp, educ., training at facility

“The file of staff #14 had Mandated Reporter completed more than 60 months apart due to the fact they were dated: 4-25-22 and 11-14-15.”

Correction date in the state record: Feb 21, 2025

3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

“The file of staff #4 had PA State Police clearances more than 60 months apart due to the fact they were dated: 10-25-23 and 10-11-18. The file of staff #6 had clearances more than 60 months apart due to the fact they were dated: PA State Police 11-16-24 and 11-11-19; Child Abuse 11-18-24 and 11-14-19; and NSOR 1-30-25 and 12-20-19. The file of staff #9 lacked documentation of the NSOR on file. The file of staff #11 had documentation of the NSOR requested after their start date and Disclosure statement signed after their start date. The file of staff #12 had documentation of the Disclosure statement was not dated or signed by a witness.”

3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL

“Staff person/facility person/volunteer #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 1-11-20.”

Correction date in the state record: Feb 13, 2025

3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training

“Staff person #11 has not completed the following required pre- service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): PA Required Health and Safety for Centers-Group Child Care Part 1 AND PA Required Health and Safety for Centers-Group Child Care Part 2; and Pediatric First Aid and CPR”

Correction date in the state record: Feb 20, 2025

3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

“The emergency plan lacked continuity of operations.”

Correction date in the state record: Feb 11, 2025

3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

“Staff person #5 has completed the health and safety course titled Getting Started with Center-Based Care: Building Blocks for Quality (10 hours) but has not completed the required health and safety update course titled Pennsylvania Health and Safety Update 2022 (1 hour) training.”

Correction date in the state record: Feb 17, 2025

3270.192(5) Two written references

“The files of staff #11 and #13 lacked two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.”

Correction date in the state record: Feb 21, 2025

3270.31(e) Age and Training

“The file of staff #8 lacked documentation of completing the annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.”

Correction date in the state record: Feb 28, 2025

3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test

“The file of staff #1 had an initial health assessment dated more than 12 months prior to their start date. The file of staff #2 lacked a health assessment and TB test with results. The file of staff #3 had health assessments more than 24 months apart due to the fact they were dated: 1-26-24 and 1-24-22. The file of staff #6 had health assessments more than 24 months apart due to the fact they were dated: 4-26-24 and 1-6-22. The file of staff #7 had health assessments more than 24 months apart due to the fact they were dated:3-3-24 and 1-15-22. The file of staff #8 had health assessments more than 24 months apart due to the fact they were dated: 2-3-25 and 10-5-22. The file of staff #10 lacked a health assessment.”

Correction date in the state record: Feb 26, 2025

3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(5) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Physician/CRNP assessment

“The file of staff #9 lacked an acceptable initial health assessment due to the fact it did not assess free from communicable disease the person's suitability to provide child care.”

3270.124(e) Written emergency plan posted

“At the time of the inspection, the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency was not posted in the infant room.”

Correction date in the state record: Feb 14, 2025

3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training

“The file for Staff Person # 3 and Staff Person #4 was observed not to have completed Pediatric CPR and First-Aid within 90 days of hire.”

3270.107 Refrigerator

“It was observed in the toddler room that the thermometer in the refrigerator was reading 50 degrees F.”

3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

“The file for Staff Persons #1 was observed not to have completed Pennsylvania Health and Safety Update 2022.”

3270.75(d) On excursions

“It was observed that a first-aid kit was not taken outside to the playground on the day of inspection.”

3270.151(c)(1)/3270.192(3) Physical examination/Health assessment, TB test

“The most up to date health assessments on file for Staff Person #6 and Staff Person #7 were observed to be greater than 24 months. This is evidenced by the health assessment being dated Staff #6, 1/24/22 and Staff #7, 1/6/22.”

3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training

“The file for staff #5 and staff #8 were observed to not have completed Health and Safety (CCDBG) training within 90 days of hire. This is evidenced by the Date of Hire 5/15/23 and the Health and Safety training being completed on 8/25/23; Date of Hire 8/24/23 and Health and Safety training completed on 1/29/24.”

3270.21 General Health and Safety

“It was observed on the day of inspection a box that had a lighter and matches accessible to children.”

3270.75(c) Has all items

“Scissors were observed to be missing from the first-aid kit in the classroom.”

3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2) Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates

“The agreement form on file for Child # 1, child #2, child #3 and child #4 was observed not to contain the dates of admission of the child.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2023

3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

“The file for Staff Person #2 was observed not to have completed Pennsylvania Health and Safety Update 2022 by December 30, 2022. This is evidenced by the training being completed on 1/13/2023. The file for Staff Persons #4 and #9 were observed not to have completed Pennsylvania Health and Safety Update 2022.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2023

3270.82(h) Handwashing signs

“It was observed that a handwashing sign was not posted above the toilets in the hallway bathrooms.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2023

3270.27(a)(1)/3270.27(a)(5) Emergency plan/Emergency plan

“The facility's emergency plan was observed not to include a lock-down procedure at the facility, nor did it list accommodations of infant and toddlers, children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 15, 2023

3270.192(5) Two written references

“The file for staff persons # 3, #5, #6, #7 and #9 were observed not to have documentation of two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 31, 2023

3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL

“The file for Staff persons # 1 and # 8 mandated reporter training were not updated within the required 60 months. This is evidenced by the previously documented mandated reporter training on file being dated 6/29/2015-8/15/2020 for Staff #1 and 3/19/2015-4/20/2020 for staff #8.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2023

3270.75(c) Has all items

“In the infant room, the first aid kit was observed not to contain soap, scissors or tweezers.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2023

3270.82(g) Clean and good repair

“It was observed in the hallway bathrooms, exposed bolts at the base of the toilet.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 15, 2023

3270.69(b) 110º F or less

“It was observed that water temperature, in the hallway bathrooms accessible to children was 120 degrees F.”

Correction date in the state record: Feb 24, 2023

3270.31(e) Age and Training

“Observed staff file #1, 3, 4, and 6 did not contain documentation of completion of 12 hours of child care training completed within 12/19/20-12/19/21.”

Correction date in the state record: Apr 29, 2022

3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter

“Observed staff file #1 and #4 contained updated health assessments which were dated more than 24 months after the previous valid health assessment. Observed staff file #2 contained a most recent health assessment which is more than 27 months old. Observed the initial health assessment for staff file #5 was dated more than 12 months prior to the date of hire making it invalid.”

Correction date in the state record: Apr 1, 2022

3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan

“Observed the facility did not have documentation of completion of an emergency drill completed between 12/19/20-12/19/21.”

Correction date in the state record: Apr 21, 2022

3270.171(c) Safe routes posted

“Observed the facility did not have notification of the safe routes posted in a conspicuous location used by parents.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 31, 2022

3270.131(e)(1) Exemption documentation from parent/guardian

“Observed child file #1, #2, and #5 did not contain written verification of ongoing flu vaccines administered in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP.”

Correction date in the state record: Apr 22, 2022

3270.27(c) Training regarding plan

“Observed staff file #5 did not contain documentation of training in the emergency plan at the time of rehire.”

Correction date in the state record: Apr 4, 2022

3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations

“Observed staff file #1 did not contain a written evaluation completed within the previous 12 months. Observed staff file #3 and #4 contained a most recent evaluation which was completed more than 12 months after the previous valid health assessment.”

Correction date in the state record: Apr 21, 2022

3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL

“Observed staff file #5, who was rehired did not contain a disclosure statement signed at the time the staff was rehired.”

Correction date in the state record: Apr 4, 2022

3270.66(b) Original container

“Observed 1 bottle of liquid which was not labeled with the contents inside the bottle.”

Correction date in the state record: Apr 9, 2022

3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information

“Observed the emergency contact form for child file #4 did not contain the health insurance coverage information.”

Correction date in the state record: Apr 18, 2022

3270.131(b)(1) Infant: updated health report every 6 months

“Observed child file #3, a young toddler, contained a most recent health assessment which was dated more than 6 months ago.”

Correction date in the state record: Apr 22, 2022

3270.76 Building Surfaces

“Observed a dirty bathroom air vent in the full day room. Observed the hallway restroom had a detached hinge on the door leading to the storage area.”

Correction date in the state record: Apr 9, 2022

3270.82(g) Clean and good repair

“Observed the children's sink in the older toddler room had a spigot which was not securely anchored to the base.”

Correction date in the state record: Apr 9, 2022

3270.104(a) Clean, good repair, proper size

“Observed an elevated refrigerator which was not on a solid base in the full day room.”

Correction date in the state record: Apr 7, 2022

3270.102(a) Clean and good repair

“Observed in the older toddler room, a wooden chair with a loose back creating a pinch point.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 29, 2022

3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter

“Observed on 1/18/22 staff file #4 and 8 still contained most recent health assessments which were dated more than 24 months ago.”

Correction date in the state record: Jan 24, 2022

3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training

“On 1/18/22 observed staff file # 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, and 12 still did not contain documentation of certification of training in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR).”

Correction date in the state record: Feb 4, 2022

3270.94(a)(1) Every 60 days

“On 11/4/21 observed the documented fire drill log revealed that no fire drills were conducted between 4/8/21-9/30/21 which is a period longer than 60 days.”

Correction date in the state record: Dec 10, 2021

3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance

“On 11/4/21 observed the facility did not have documentation of testing the fire alarm system or annual inspection by a fire safety professional on file at the facility. The facility also did not have documentation of installation of the interconnected fire alarm system.”

Correction date in the state record: Nov 9, 2021

3270.27(f) Emergency plan

“On 11/4/21 observed the emergency plan had not been updated and copies sent to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.”

Correction date in the state record: Jan 3, 2022

3270.103 Small Toys and Objects

“On 10/21/21 observed multiple small rocks with a diameter of less than 1 inch in the outdoor play area which is used by children who are still placing objects in the mouths.”

Correction date in the state record: Jan 7, 2022

3270.123(a)(5) Designated release persons

“On 11/4/21 observed the agreements for child #1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 did not specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.”

Correction date in the state record: Jan 7, 2022

3270.27(c) Training regarding plan

“Observed staff file #1, 3, 10, and 11 did not contain documentation of training in the emergency plan at the time of initial hire.”

Correction date in the state record: Dec 30, 2021

3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training

“On 11/4/21 observed staff file #2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15 did not contain documentation of certification of training in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR).”

3270.123(b) Parent receives original

“On 11/4/21 observed original agreements in child file #1, 2, 3, 4, and 5.”

Correction date in the state record: Jan 7, 2022

3270.31(f)/3270.31(g) Health and Safety Training/Professional development certificate

“On 11/4/21 observed staff file # 3, who has been in a child care position for more than 90 days, did not contain documentation of completion of training in the required health and safety topics.”

Correction date in the state record: Dec 31, 2021

3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL

“On 11/4/21 observed staff file #10 contained a criminal background clearance receipt which is not valid for childcare and did not contain a valid NSOR verification letter. Observed staff file #1 contained an FBI fingerprint clearances which was dated after the first day working in a childcare position and the NSOR verification letter was not in the file. Observed staff file #13 contained the CPSL required mandated reporter training which was obtained more than 60 months after the previous valid training. Observed staff file #13 contained a disclosure statement which was not signed by a witness and the FBI fingerprint clearance in the file was from the Department of Education which is not acceptable for childcare. Observed staff file #3, who has been employed for more than 45 days, did not contain the NSOR verification letter. Observed staff file #6 contained the CPSL required mandated reporter training which was completed more than 60 months after the previous valid training. Observed staff file #7, who has worked more than 45 days, contained a disclosure statement which was not signed by a witness and did not contain the required NSOR verification letter. Observed staff file #11, who has been employed more than 45 days, contained a volunteer child abuse clearance which is not acceptable for employment and the file did not contain a valid FBI fingerprint clearance or the required NSOR verification letter.”

Correction date in the state record: Nov 4, 2021

3270.36(b)(5) HS/GED + 2 yrs

“On 11/4/21 observed staff file #1 and 2 did not contain documentation of 2 years experience with children. Observed staff file #3 did not contain documentation of a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children.”

Correction date in the state record: Jan 7, 2022

3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less

“On 10/21/21 observed an electrical outlet by the sign in book which did not have a protective receptacle cover.”

Correction date in the state record: Dec 20, 2021

3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible

“Ob 10/21/21 observed Swiffer cleaning solution hanging on the door accessible to children in the older toddler room. Observed in the transitional school room, Swiffer cleaning solution and metal polish labeled keep out of the reach of children in an unlocked closet.”

Correction date in the state record: Dec 20, 2021

3270.66(b) Original container

“On 10/21/21 observed unlabeled jars of soap in the older toddler room, the infant/toddler room, and in the full day classroom. Observed an unlabeled spray bottle with liquid in the transitional room and several unlabeled jars of liquid in the full day classroom.”

Correction date in the state record: Dec 10, 2021

3270.75(c) Has all items

“On 10/21/21 observed the full day classroom first aid kit did not contain soap or scissors. Observed the first aid kit in the infant/toddler room did not contain soap.”

Correction date in the state record: Dec 15, 2021

3270.76 Building Surfaces

“On 10/21/21 observed an exposed wire just outside of the play space. Observed exposed bolts in the play area near the water table, by the little gate, and by the big gate. Observed in the older toddler room exposed screw heads in the cozy corner area, small holes in the wall below the thermostat, and exposed wall anchors below the window and under the coat rack. Observed in the infant/toddler room, small holes in the wall by the fridge. Observed in the hallway bathroom a missing toilet paper holder. Observed in the transitional room the window sill needed to be cleaned.”

Correction date in the state record: Dec 10, 2021

3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster

“On 10/21/21 observed in the older toddler room, damaged paint by the old wall anchors and by the speaker. Observed in the infant/toddler room damaged paint by the thermometer and below the window by the divider. Observed in the transitional room damaged paint by the white chair.”

Correction date in the state record: Jan 7, 2022

3270.91(a) Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed

“On 10/21/21 observed a stroller and a table in the main hallway which partially obstructed the means of egress.”

Correction date in the state record: Dec 20, 2021

3270.102(a) Clean and good repair

“On 10/21/21 observed in the older toddler room, wooden chairs with loose backs creating pinch points.”

Correction date in the state record: Dec 17, 2021

3270.104(a) Clean, good repair, proper size

“On 10/21/21 observed an unsteady white cabinet which could be pulled over in the infant/toddler room.”

Correction date in the state record: Dec 3, 2021

3270.131(e) ACIP recommended immunization record

“On 11/4/21 observed child file #2, who has been in attendance for more than 90 days did not contain written verification the child was administered immunizations in accordance with the recommendations of the ACIP.”

Correction date in the state record: Dec 31, 2021

3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter

“On 11/4/21 observed staff file #1 and 7 contained an initial health assessment which was dated after providing initial service in a child care setting. Observed staff file #3 did not contain an initial health assessment and has begun providing initial service in a child care setting. Observed staff #2 and 6 contained an updated health assessment which was obtained more than 24 months after the previous valid health assessment. Observed staff file #4, 5, 8, and 9 contained most recent health assessments which were dated more than 24 months ago.”

3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person

“On 11/4/21 observed the emergency contact information for child #2, 4, and 5 did not contain the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”

Correction date in the state record: Jan 7, 2022

3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(5) Written consent/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission

“On 11/4/21 observed the emergency contact information for child #1 did not contain written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care and did not contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.”

Correction date in the state record: Jan 7, 2022

3270.124(c) Each child care space

“On 10/21/21 observed the full day room did not have the emergency contact information present in a child care space for children receiving care in the space.”

Correction date in the state record: Jan 7, 2022

3270.133(3) Name on bottle

“On 10/21/21 observed Tylenol, immodium, and antiseptic wipes, which were not labeled with the name for whom they were intended, in the first aid kit in the full day room.”

Correction date in the state record: Dec 1, 2021