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3270.21 General Health and Safety

“The following items were accessible to children in an unlocked adult desk drawer in the preschool room; 2 pairs of adult scissors, 1 stapler, and 1 sharp jaw-style staple remover.”

Correction date in the state record: Nov 19, 2025

3270.27(c)/3270.192(2)(iii) Training regarding plan/Exp, educ., training at facility

“The file for facility person #6 lacked current emergency plan training. The most recent documented training was dated 9/26/23.”

Correction date in the state record: Dec 5, 2025

3270.31(e)(4)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iii) Fire safety - 1 yr./Exp, educ., training at facility

“Staff #1, #2, #3, and #5 did not participate in fire safety training annually between 2024 and 2025. Current training documentation is now on file for each staff person.”

Correction date in the state record: Nov 19, 2025

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

“The file for child #1, enrolled since 5/12/25, did not include a health report. The file for child #4 contained an initial health report dated more than 60 days following their first day of attendance, but is now current.”

Correction date in the state record: Dec 31, 2025

3270.27(f) Emergency plan

“The updated emergency plan was sent to the county EMA, but was not sent to the local EMA.”

Correction date in the state record: Dec 31, 2025

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

“Annual inspection reports for the facility's fire alarm system were conducted more than 12 months apart; 8/22/24 and 8/27/25. A current report is now on file.”

Correction date in the state record: Nov 19, 2025

3270.182(5) Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission

“The emergency contact information for child #3 did not contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. The box only contained the parent's first name.”

Correction date in the state record: Dec 31, 2025

3270.135(a)(3) Disposable diapers

“A soiled diaper was observed in a trash can which lacked a liner in the restroom of Room 4.”

Correction date in the state record: Dec 31, 2025

3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports

“The file for child #3 contained two health reports which both lacked dated physician signatures; thus compliance could not be determined. The initial health report did not have a date, while the subsequent health report included a partial date of 11/6, but lacked a year. The files for children #2 and #5 contained consecutive health reports dated more than 12 months apart. The most recent health reports on file for children #2 and #5 are now current.”

Correction date in the state record: Dec 31, 2025

3270.124(c) Each child care space

“At the time of the inspection, the digital version of the emergency contact information accessed by staff in the infant room, did not include all the required information. Paper emergency contact forms were not present in the care space.”

Correction date in the state record: Dec 31, 2025

3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information

“The emergency contact information for child #3 did not include health insurance coverage and policy number for the child.”

Correction date in the state record: Dec 31, 2025

3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3) Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission

“The emergency contact information for child #1 lacked written consent signed by the parent for emergency medical care. The box contained the word "yes" instead of a signature.”

Correction date in the state record: Dec 31, 2025

3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone

“The emergency contact information for child #1 and child #3 contained incomplete home and/or work addresses of the enrolling parent.”

Correction date in the state record: Dec 31, 2025

3270.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone

“The emergency contact information for child #1 lacked a complete address for the child's source of medical care. Only the city was listed.”

Correction date in the state record: Nov 26, 2025

3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded

“The initial child service report (via Teaching Strategies) was completed and shared with the parents more than 6 months after the child's date of admission. The child was admitted on 3/24/25 and the report was dated 11/05/25.”

Correction date in the state record: Nov 19, 2025

3270.123(a)(1) Amount of fee

“The agreement for child #2 did not specify the amount of the fee to be charged.”

Correction date in the state record: Dec 5, 2025

3270.106(a) Clean, age appropriate

“At nap time, children were observed on cots which, based on the posted cot assignment charts, were labeled for use by other children. Two were observed in room 4 and two were observed in the preschool room.,”

3270.103 Small Toys and Objects

“Soft foam rectangles were accessible to children in the science center of room 6, a toddler room.”

Correction date in the state record: Nov 19, 2025

3270.102(a)/3270.103 Clean and good repair/Small Toys and Objects

“Exposed foam filling was accessible to children in the infant room on the changing pad due to a split seam and on a rocking chair seat cushion due to the cover being unzipped.”

3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible

“A Vaporesso brand vape device was accessible to children in the pocket of a staff jacket hanging on the back of a chair in the preschool room. A box of lens wipes was accessible to children in a low, unlocked file cabinet drawer in the preschool room. The lens wipes box was labeled keep out of reach of children.”

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

“The file for staff #4 contained a disclosure statement which was not signed by a witness. Staff #5 did not update the child abuse clearance within 60 months. The clearance was previously obtained 11/06/20 and was renewed on 11/12/25.”

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

“Facility person #6 did not update their mandated reporter training within 60 months. The previous training was dated 7/15/20 and was updated 7/25/25. Current training is now on file.”

Correction date in the state record: Nov 19, 2025

3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) Immunization record/Dismissal policy

“The file for child #1. enrolled since 5/12/25, did not include a vaccination record. Child #1 will be dismissed from care by close of business 11/19/25 until either the immunization record is updated or a parent provides a written, signed exemption letter.”

Correction date in the state record: Dec 31, 2025

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

“The file for facility person #1, a volunteer, lacked an NSOR clearance.”

Correction date in the state record: Sep 24, 2025

3270.133(5) Original label

“Expired epi pens, labeled for child #1, were observed in the preschool room. The box label stated expiration 11-2024.”

Correction date in the state record: May 16, 2025

3270.31(f)/3270.192(2)(iii) Health and Safety Training/Exp, educ., training at facility

“Staff #2 did not complete training in topics 1-9 within 90 days of hire. Prior to hire, Staff #2 completed health and safety training on 12/13/21, however, the required 1-hour update (or equivalent) was not completed within 90 days of hire at the facility. The revised version was completed on 12/09/24. Staff #2 now has complete health and safety training on file. (SEE LIS code sheet)”

Correction date in the state record: Jun 27, 2025

3270.75(b) Inaccessible to children

“Two first aid kits were accessible to children. In the gym, a first aid kit was in a backpack observed sitting on the floor. In the outdoor play space, a first aid kit was in a backpack observed sitting on a storage box. In both instances, children were present in the play space.”

Correction date in the state record: Jul 31, 2025

3270.106(f) 2 feet apart

“Two separate cribs in use in the infant room lacked 2 feet of space on three sides. Both were blocked on one side by empty cribs. One of the two also had equipment, including a Bumbo seat, blocking an additional side of the crib.”

Correction date in the state record: Jun 27, 2025

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

“The file for staff #1 contained a disclosure statement which was not dated.”

Correction date in the state record: May 16, 2025

3270.52 Mixed Age Level

“Upon arrival at the facility, at approximately 9:25AM, staff #1 was observed walking down the hall to the gym. Upon entering the gym, the certification representative observed staff #1 and staff #2 with 7 children; 2 older toddlers and 5 young toddlers. When asked, staff #1 stated she had left the gym to retrieve supplies from the classroom which resulted in staff #2 being over ratio with all 7 children under their supervision in the gym.”

Correction date in the state record: Jan 31, 2025

3270.111(b) Posted in group space

“Written plans of daily activities were not posted in the school age and older toddler rooms.”

Correction date in the state record: Dec 31, 2024

3270.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone

“The emergency contact form for child #1 lacked the address for the child's physician or source of medical care.”

Correction date in the state record: Dec 6, 2024

3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports

“The file for child #1 contained consecutive health reports dated more than 12 months apart; 11/14/22 and 10/31/24. A current health report is now on file.”

Correction date in the state record: Dec 31, 2024

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

“The emergency contact form for children #1 and #2 lacked phone numbers of the individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”

Correction date in the state record: Dec 31, 2024

3270.76 Building Surfaces

“Stained ceiling tiles were observed in the following rooms; 1 in Toddler 2, 1 in the restroom of toddler 3, and 4 in the gym.”

Correction date in the state record: Jan 31, 2025

3270.31(f)(10)/3270.192(2)(iii) Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR/Exp, educ., training at facility

“Staff #4 did not complete training in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire. The training was dated 3/13/24. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)”

Correction date in the state record: Dec 31, 2024

3270.82(g) Clean and good repair

“Visible feces smears were observed on a toilet and toilet seat in the boy's restroom.”

Correction date in the state record: Dec 6, 2024

3270.102(a) Clean and good repair

“Dried food and other soiling was observed on the mirror in the infant room. The mirror is mounted on the wall, low to the floor, and accessible to children. Two pieces of broken Lincoln logs, with sharp ends, were observed in the school age room.”

Correction date in the state record: Dec 31, 2024

3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information

“The emergency contact form for child #3 did not include the health insurance policy number for the child.”

Correction date in the state record: Dec 31, 2024

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

“The file for staff #2 contained consecutive health assessments dated more than 24 months apart; 7/21/22 and 10/24/24. The file for staff #5 did not contain a current health assessment. The most recent health assessment on file for staff #5 was dated 9/26/22.”

Correction date in the state record: Dec 31, 2024

3270.27(e) Letter to parents

“The facility's letter to parents explaining the emergency procedures did not include details regarding accommodations for infants and toddlers, lockdown procedures, and communication with parents during and after the emergency.”

Correction date in the state record: Dec 31, 2024

3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.192(2)(iii) Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility

“Staff #2 and #5 did not renew their certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on or before the expiration of the most current certification. Both staff previously completed the training in 9/2022 and renewed the training in 10/2024.”

Correction date in the state record: Dec 31, 2024

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

“The file for staff #1 contained a state police clearance applied for on 8/29/24 which is after their date of hire. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET).The file for staff #6, observed caring for children unsupervised, lacked a completed NSOR clearance and lacked a copy of the application for the NSOR clearance.”

Correction date in the state record: Dec 6, 2024

3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii) Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility

“The file for staff #3, designated as an assistant group supervisor on the staff data sheet, did not contain documentation of the hours of experience required for the position.”

Correction date in the state record: Dec 10, 2024

3270.31(e)(4)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iii) Fire safety - 1 yr./Exp, educ., training at facility

“The file for staff #3 contained documentation of consecutive fire safety trainings dated more than 12 months apart. The trainings were dated 9/27/22 and 11/08/23.”

Correction date in the state record: Nov 29, 2023

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

“The file for staff #2 contained an expired FBI clearance dated 9/11/18. The file contained an application for a new FBI clearance, however the completed clearance was not present.”

Correction date in the state record: Nov 20, 2023

3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii) Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility

“The file for staff #1, designated as the director, lacked documentation of experience with children.”

Correction date in the state record: Nov 20, 2023

3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less

“Two outlets on a power strip in the preschool room lacked protective covers. The outlets were accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.”

Correction date in the state record: Nov 20, 2023

3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible

“Purell hand sanitizing wipes were accessible to children in a low bin near the supply cabinets of the preschool room. Lysol wipes were accessible to children in the Toddler 3 room under the restroom sink in an unlocked cabinet.”

Correction date in the state record: Nov 20, 2023

3270.74 Emergency Numbers Posted

“A cordless phone observed in the preschool room lacked emergency phone numbers.”

Correction date in the state record: Nov 20, 2023

3270.76 Building Surfaces

“A detached binding was observed on a floor covering under the table in toddler 3. The detached binding created a loop resulting in a tripping hazard.”

Correction date in the state record: Nov 20, 2023

3270.102(a) Clean and good repair

“A broken red plastic bin was observed in the preschool room. A wood framed tambourine with cracked and splintering wood was observed in toddler 3.”

Correction date in the state record: Nov 20, 2023

3270.111(b) Posted in group space

“A written plan of daily activities was not posted in the infant room.”

Correction date in the state record: Nov 29, 2023

3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded

“The files for child #1 and #2 lacked documentation of sharing the child service reports with the parents.”

Correction date in the state record: Nov 29, 2023

3270.123(a)(6) Admission date

“The agreement for child #1 did not specify the date of the child's admission.”

Correction date in the state record: Nov 20, 2023

3270.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone

“The emergency contact form for child #2 did not include the telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.”

Correction date in the state record: Nov 20, 2023

3270.124(c) Each child care space

“Emergency contact forms were not present in the infant room for the two children observed in care.”

Correction date in the state record: Nov 20, 2023

3270.133(3) Name on bottle

“An inhaler, which was not labeled for use by a specific child, was observed in the medication cabinet in the preschool room. The medication was intended for child #3.”

Correction date in the state record: Nov 20, 2023

3270.133(5) Original label

“An expired Epi Pen was observed in the medication cabinet in the school age room. The medication expired Sept 2023 and was labeled for child #4.”

Correction date in the state record: Nov 21, 2023

3270.161(d) Potentially hazardous food refrigerated

“Two lunches, containing yogurt, cheese sticks and a yogurt smoothie, were observed on the counter in the preschool room.”

Correction date in the state record: Nov 20, 2023

3270.166(1) Written statement

“The facility lacked a written statement from the parent giving the formula and feeding schedule for an infant observed in care, child #5.”

Correction date in the state record: Nov 29, 2023

3270.133(6) Written consent

“An inhaler, which lacked written parental consent for administration, was observed in the medication cabinet in the school age room. The inhaler was labeled for child #4.”

Correction date in the state record: Nov 21, 2023

3270.113(a) Supervised at all times

“On 3/30/23 at approximately 9:45AM, child #1 was not supervised when the child was able to obtain a pair of scissors from the craft area and take them to the block area. Due to the positioning of Staff #1 and the placement of the equipment in the preschool room, Staff #1 was unable to supervise Child #1. Child #1 used the scissors to accidentally cut their tongue and required 3 stitches.”

Correction date in the state record: Jul 7, 2023

3270.101(a) Age appropriate

“On 3/30/23, blue blunt-tip Colorations brand scissors, which based on the manufacturer's instruction are intended for use by children 5 and up, were accessible to children in the preschool room.”

Correction date in the state record: Jul 7, 2023

3270.103/3270.104(a) Small Toys and Objects/Clean, good repair, proper size

“Cracks were observed on the seat of red adult chair in the infant room. The cracks exposed the inner foam padding of the seat leaving it accessible to children.”

Correction date in the state record: Nov 29, 2022

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

“The file for staff #1 contained an FBI clearance dated after their first day in a child care position (SEE LIS CODE SHEET). The certificate was dated 4/29/22. The file did not contain the application for the FBI clearance. The file for staff #2 contained a DOE FBI clearance dated 8/16/2020 instead of the required DHS FBI, therefore the clearance is invalid. The file for staff #3 contained a DOE FBI clearance dated 8/27/21 instead of the required DHS FBI, therefore the clearance is invalid.”

Correction date in the state record: Nov 21, 2022

3270.76 Building Surfaces

“Rust was observed on the door to The girls restroom. The rust was located around the door handle and on the base of the door. A sharp pointed metal clip was observed on the fence of the outdoor play space.”

3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii) Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility

“The file for staff #1, designated on the staff data sheet as an assistant group supervisor, did not contain documentation of the qualifications required to perform the position.”

Correction date in the state record: Nov 30, 2022

3270.102(a)/3270.103 Clean and good repair/Small Toys and Objects

“Split seams, which left the inner foam padding accessible to children, were observed on the changing pad in the older toddler room.”

Correction date in the state record: Nov 29, 2022

3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information

“The file for child #1 contained emergency contact information which did not include health insurance coverage and policy number for the child.”

Correction date in the state record: Nov 23, 2022

3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone

“The file for child #1 contained emergency contact information which did not include the work address and telephone number of the enrolling parent.”

Correction date in the state record: Nov 23, 2022

3270.102(a) Clean and good repair

“Cracks which created sharp edges and pinch points were observed on a blue plastic sink basin and a plastic storage drawer in the preschool room. A protruding nail head was observed on the front of the wooden play sink in the preschool room.”

Correction date in the state record: Nov 29, 2022

3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

“The file for child #2 contained emergency contact information and a financial agreement which have not been updated by the parent in over 6 months. The last documented update occurred in January 2022.”

Correction date in the state record: Nov 22, 2022

3270.94(a)(1) Every 60 days

“Based on the facility's fire drill log, consecutive drills documented on 1/10/22 and 3/30/22 were conducted 79 days apart.”

Correction date in the state record: Nov 29, 2022

3270.124(c) Each child care space

“The emergency contact information for child #3 was not present in the infant room where the child was observed in care.”

Correction date in the state record: Nov 17, 2022

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

“The file for Staff #3 contained Health Assessments dated 5.22.17 and 6.20.19, which exceeded the 24 month requirement.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 9, 2022

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

“The file for Staff #1 contained State Police Clearances dated 5.20.16 and 6.1.21, and FBI clearances dated 5.31.16 and 6.7.21, which exceeded the 60 month renewal requirement.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 9, 2022

3270.27(c)/3270.192(2)(iii) Training regarding plan/Exp, educ., training at facility

“The file for Staff #2, with a date of hire of 9.20.21, contained documentation of emergency plan training on 10.2020, which exceeded the 1 week requirement.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 9, 2022

3270.123(b)/3270.182(8) Parent receives original/Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original.

“The Agreement in the file for Child #1 was the original, which was not provided to the parent.”

Correction date in the state record: Nov 17, 2021

3270.133(3) Name on bottle

“A bottle of Tylenol, located in a locked medicine box in the Toddler #1 room, was not labeled with a name.”

Correction date in the state record: Nov 15, 2021

3270.134(a) Child's hands washed

“Following a diaper change, Staff #1 did not wash the infant's hands in the Infant room.”

Correction date in the state record: Nov 16, 2021

3270.135(c) Diapering area not used for food prep

“In the Infant room, following a diaper change, Staff #1 used the same sink to wash her hands as is used to make infant formula.”

Correction date in the state record: Nov 16, 2021

3270.151(c)(5) Physician/CRNP assessment

“The Health Assessment in the file for Staff #1, signed by the CRNP/physician, indicated that this staff member is not suitable to provide child care.”

Correction date in the state record: Nov 15, 2021

3270.152 Adult Hygiene

“Following a diaper change in the Infant Room, Staff #1 entered the diaper change on the computer app and moved a toy, prior to washing her hands.”

Correction date in the state record: Nov 16, 2021

3270.161(e) Fresh fruit/vegetables refrigerated

“Bartlett pears, which were purchased the previous day, were located on the counter by the sink in the Early Head Start room, and they were not refrigerated.”

Correction date in the state record: Nov 15, 2021

3270.123(a)(5) Designated release persons

“The Agreement in the file for Child #1 did not contain the release person(s)' information.”

Correction date in the state record: Nov 16, 2021

3270.107 Refrigerator

“Two (2) refrigerators, in the kitchen, had thermometers which were not operating properly, as demonstrated by a recheck with a different thermometer.”

Correction date in the state record: Dec 2, 2021

3270.103 Small Toys and Objects

“Seven (7) animal gel, window clings, located on the door window of the Toddler #2 room, were able to be torn, and had a diameter less than 1", creating a choking hazard.”

Correction date in the state record: Nov 16, 2021

3270.102(a) Clean and good repair

“Several pieces of the "star peg" building toy were cracked, creating a scraping/cutting hazard, in the School-Age room, and was accessible to children in care. A pink, toy crib, was broken, as it was missing one (1) of the four (4) legs, in the School-Age room, and was accessible to children in care. A green, cacti-looking plastic structure was broken, creating a scraping hazard in the outdoor space, and was accessible to children in care. A broken, large, plastic puzzle piece, in the outdoor space, created a pinching hazard, and was accessible to children in care.”

Correction date in the state record: Nov 16, 2021

3270.82(h) Handwashing signs

“No handwashing sign was present at one (1) toilet and one (1) sink in the Toddler #1 room. No handwashing sign was present at one (1) toilet in the girls', hall restroom.”

Correction date in the state record: Nov 16, 2021

3270.76 Building Surfaces

“The desk and wall area behind the computer center, in the School-Age room, was not clean, as it was dusty, and was accessible to children in care. In the outdoor space, standing water was present on the blue chair, on the cover of the plastic sand table, and on the blue plastic table, creating an illness hazard. One (1) ceiling tile in the gym was unsecured, which created a falling hazard for children in care.”

Correction date in the state record: Nov 17, 2021

3270.21 General Health and Safety

“A large, wooden, unanchored, playhouse structure was located on a wooden shelf, accessible to children, and posed a falling hazard.”

Correction date in the state record: Nov 16, 2021

3270.82(g) Clean and good repair

“The urinal in the boys', hall restroom, was not working properly, as it required two (2) flushes after each use.”

Correction date in the state record: Nov 20, 2021

3270.82(g) Clean and good repair

“The toilet in the Toddler #2 room, which is currently not being used by children, was unclean as evidenced by black particles in the water.”

Correction date in the state record: Nov 16, 2021

3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible

“The lock on the kitchen, half-door was broken, permitting access to children in care, where the following toxics were located in an unlocked cabinet: Clorox bleach, SaniDate Surface Sanitizer, and First Force Degreaser.”

Correction date in the state record: Nov 16, 2021

3270.69(b) 110º F or less

“The water temperature, from the restroom sink used by children, in the Toddler #2 room, measured 115° F.”

Correction date in the state record: Nov 15, 2021

3270.124(e) Written emergency plan posted

“An emergency transportation plan was not located in the Toddler #1 room, which is currently not occupied by children.”

Correction date in the state record: Nov 16, 2021