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3270.131(b)(2) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months

“Observed child file #1, a preschool child, contained a most recent health assessment which was dated more than 28 months ago.”

Correction date in the state record: Oct 9, 2026

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

“Observed staff file #1, 2, and 3 contained updated health assessments which were dated more than 24 months after the previous valid health assessment.”

Correction date in the state record: Oct 9, 2026

3270.31(e) Age and Training

“Observed staff file #3, 4, 5, and 6 did not contain 12 clock hours of childcare training.”

Correction date in the state record: Oct 9, 2026

3270.66(d) Toxic plants not permitted

“Observed pokeweed accessible to children in a planter within the outdoor play area.”

Correction date in the state record: Oct 9, 2026

3270.102(c) Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing

“Observed the pea gravel under the embedded equipment in the school age play area was not loose and was compacted.”

Correction date in the state record: Oct 9, 2026

3270.107 Refrigerator

“Observed both of the school age refrigerators and the older toddler refrigerators measured approximately 50 degrees.”

Correction date in the state record: Oct 9, 2026

3270.123(b) Parent receives original

“Observed child file #3 contained an original agreement.”

Correction date in the state record: Oct 9, 2026

3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.

“Observed staff file #6 contained a most recent documentation of fire safety training which was dated more than 24 months ago.”

Correction date in the state record: Oct 9, 2026

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

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

Correction date in the state record: Oct 9, 2026

3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations

“Observed the most recent written evaluation in staff file #2 was dated more than 18 months ago.”

Correction date in the state record: Oct 9, 2026

3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible

“Observed cleaning materials and aerosol sprays accessible to children when they were filling up water bottles in the kitchen area.”

Correction date in the state record: Oct 9, 2026

3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL

“Observed staff file #8, who was already working in a childcare position, did not contain a valid child abuse clearance, NSOR letter, or FBI fingerprint clearance. Observed staff file #9, who was already working in a childcare position, did not contain a valid criminal background clearance, child abuse clearance, NSOR letter, or FBI fingerprint clearance”

Correction date in the state record: Oct 9, 2026

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

“Observed staff file #6 contained documentation of pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) which was completed after the previous valid certification had expired. Observed staff file #7 contained certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) which was currently expired.”

Correction date in the state record: Oct 9, 2026

3270.191 Individual Records

“Observed the operator did not have an established file for staff #8 and staff #9.”

Correction date in the state record: Oct 9, 2026

3270.102(a) Clean and good repair

“Observed exposed foam and a peeling cover on a rest mat in the older toddler storage area. Observed a couch cushion which did not zipper shut in the school age area.”

Correction date in the state record: Oct 9, 2026

3270.94(a)(1) Every 60 days

“Observed the documented fire drill log revealed that one time in the previous 12 months (8/7/25-10/27/25) that the fire drills were conducted more than 60 days apart.”

Correction date in the state record: Oct 9, 2026

3270.105 High Chairs

“Observed 2 infants being fed in the infant room were not strapped in with the T-shaped safety strap.”

Correction date in the state record: Sep 26, 2025

3270.103 Small Toys and Objects

“Observed in the older toddler room, a sensory table accessible to children which contained dried beans, which have a diameter less than 1 inch.”

Correction date in the state record: Sep 25, 2025

3270.102(a) Clean and good repair

“Observed a rest mat with a peeling cover by the preschool rest equipment. Observed a loose support screw on a sensory table in the preschool room on the left side of the facility. Observed in the outdoor play area, a broken riding helmet bin, a broken plastic blue bat, and a broken first aid bin lid.”

Correction date in the state record: Sep 25, 2025

3270.82(h) Handwashing signs

“Observed there was no posted handwashing sign next to the older toddler diaper changing area. Observed the girl's bathroom did not have posted handwashing signs by the toilets.”

Correction date in the state record: Sep 24, 2025

3270.66(d) Toxic plants not permitted

“Observed poke weed, a toxic plant, growing in an overgrown planter which was accessible to children.”

Correction date in the state record: Sep 24, 2025

3270.107 Refrigerator

“Observed the school-age room refrigerator did not close properly and the temperature on the thermometer was 58 degrees.”

Correction date in the state record: Sep 25, 2025

3270.106(f) 2 feet apart

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

Correction date in the state record: Sep 25, 2025

3270.67(a) Trash removed once a day

“Observed prior to noon on the day of the inspection, trash cans in both of the preschool bathroom areas which were full of trash and had not been emptied at the close of business on the previous day.”

Correction date in the state record: Sep 24, 2025

3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL

“Observed staff file #2 contained a child abuse clearance which was dated after the first day working with children in a child care position. Observed staff file #2, a provisional hire, contained a NSOR verification letter which was dated more than 45 days after working in a child care position. Observed staff file 3 contained an updated child abuse clearance which was dated more than 60 months after the previous valid child abuse 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 staff file #6 contained a disclosure statement which did not contain a witness signature. Observed staff file #7 contained an updated FBI fingerprint clearance which was dated more than 60 months after the previous valid clearance. Observed staff file #7 contained an updated criminal background clearance which was still listed as request pending making the clearance invalid.”

Correction date in the state record: Oct 3, 2025

3270.31(b) Staff person - 18 yrs.

“Observed staff file #6 (See LIS Code Sheet for DOH) who was utilized as an aide was under the age of 18 at the time of working in a child care position.”

Correction date in the state record: Sep 15, 2025

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

“Observed staff file #2 contained an initial health assessment which was obtained 3 weeks after staff #2 started in a child care position. Observed staff file #5 contains a health assessment which is dated more than 30 months ago.”

Correction date in the state record: Oct 17, 2025

3270.31(e) Age and Training

“Observed staff files #1, #3, #5, and #7 did not complete a minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training within their previously completed annual training year.”

Correction date in the state record: Oct 3, 2025

3270.131(b)(1)/3270.131(b)(2) Infant: updated health report every 6 months/Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months

“Observed child file #2, a young toddler, contained an updated health report which was dated more than 6 months after the previous valid health assessment. Observed child file #5, a preschool age child, contained an updated health assessment which was dated more than 12 months after the previous valid health assessment.”

Correction date in the state record: Sep 26, 2025

3270.131(a) Health information

“Observed child file #1 contained an initial health assessment which was dated more than 90 days after the child's first day of attendance at the facility.”

Correction date in the state record: Sep 26, 2025

3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible

“Observed diaper cream, labeled "keep out of the reach of children", accessible to children in an unlocked low cabinet of the diaper changing table in the young toddler room. Observed diaper cream accessible to children on a low shelf in the older toddler room. Observed in the preschool cubby area, hand sanitizer labeled "keep out of the reach of children", accessible to children on low hooks. Observed white out and diaper cream accessible to children in an unlocked desk drawer in the younger preschool room.”

Correction date in the state record: Sep 24, 2025

3270.123(b) Parent receives original

“Observed child files #2, #3, and #4 contained original agreements.”

Correction date in the state record: Sep 25, 2025

3270.171(a) Pick-up and drop-off points

“Observed the most recent annual traffic letter was dated more than 12 months ago (11/15/23).”

Correction date in the state record: Jun 27, 2025

3270.25(a) Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations

“Observed the facility did not have the current certificate of compliance posted in a conspicuous location used by parents.”

Correction date in the state record: Jun 27, 2025

3270.94(a)(1) Every 60 days

“Observed the most recent documented fire drill was conducted on 9/20/24 which is more than 6 months ago.”

Correction date in the state record: Jun 27, 2025

3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan

“Observed the last documented emergency drill was conducted more than 12 months ago (12/12/23).”

Correction date in the state record: Jun 27, 2025

3270.192(5) Two written references

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

Correction date in the state record: Jun 27, 2025

3270.135(a)(3) Disposable diapers

“Observed staff in the young toddler room, place a soiled diaper into a plastic bag instead of immediately discarding the diaper into a plastic-lined, hands-free covered can.”

Correction date in the state record: Jun 27, 2025

3270.82(h) Handwashing signs

“Observed staff in the young toddler room did not have an able child wash their hands after a diaper change.”

Correction date in the state record: Jun 27, 2025

3270.105 High Chairs

“Observed three high chairs in the infant room which did not have T-shaped safety straps.”

Correction date in the state record: Jun 27, 2025

3270.91(a) Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed

“Observed the front, rear, and gym exits were partially blocked by boxes or toys.”

Correction date in the state record: Jun 27, 2025

3270.27(c) Training regarding plan

“Observed staff file #1, who has been employed for more than 90 days, did not contain documentation of training in the emergency plan.”

Correction date in the state record: Jun 20, 2025

3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL

“Observed staff file #1, who was working in a child care position for more than 45 days, did not contain a valid state police criminal background clearance, a NSOR verification letter, and the disclosure statement did not have a witness signature.”

Correction date in the state record: Jun 27, 2025

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

“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.”

Correction date in the state record: Jun 27, 2025

3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less

“Observed electrical outlets which did not have protective covers by the microwave and low table in the young toddler room and throughout the school age room where care was being provided to a child who was five.”

Correction date in the state record: Jun 27, 2025

3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible

“Observed hand sanitizer accessible in the unlocked food prep area on a low shelf. Observed WD-40 accessible to children in the exit foyer in the back of the gym. Observed sunscreen, gorilla glue, and a box of liquid ant bait on a low countertop in the young toddler room.”

Correction date in the state record: Jun 27, 2025

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

“Observed used tissues on the floor in the gym. Observed the right preschool room had used tissues and napkins in a trash can which did not have a lid.”

Correction date in the state record: Jun 27, 2025

3270.76 Building Surfaces

“Observed in the outdoor play area, a detached downspout and a broken downspout drainpipe. Observed 2 ceiling tiles missing in the left preschool room.”

Correction date in the state record: Jun 27, 2025

3270.92(a) No portable space heaters

“Observed a space heater in used in the preschool room on the left side of the hallway.”

Correction date in the state record: Jun 27, 2025

3270.27(f) Emergency plan

“Observed the updated emergency plan did not contain documentation of submission to the county emergency management agency.”

Correction date in the state record: Sep 27, 2024

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

“On 8/19/24 observed the fire alarm testing log revealed that 2 times (9/8/23-10/9/23 and 2/23/24-3/25/24) in the previous 12 months, that the fire alarm testing was conducted more than 30 days apart.”

Correction date in the state record: Sep 27, 2024

3270.31(f)(10) Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR

“On 8/19/24 observed staff file #3 contained documentation of pediatric first-aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation which was dated more than 90 days after the first day working with children.”

Correction date in the state record: Sep 27, 2024

3270.192(5) Two written references

“On 8/28/24 observed staff file #5 did not contain two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.”

Correction date in the state record: Sep 27, 2024

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

“On 8/19/24 observed staff file #1 contained an updated health assessment which was dated more than 25 months after the previous valid health assessment. Observed staff file #4 contained an initial health assessment which was dated after staff #4 began providing initial service in a childcare setting. Observed staff file #5, who was providing initial service in a childcare setting, did not contain an initial health assessment.”

Correction date in the state record: Sep 27, 2024

3270.133(4) Locked

“On 8/28/24 observed albuterol accessible to children in a backpack in the cubby area for the older toddler room. Observed orajel on the floor accessible to children in the cubby area for the older toddler room.”

Correction date in the state record: Sep 27, 2024

3270.131(b)(2) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months

“On 8/28/24 observed child file #3, an older toddler, contained a most recent health assessment which was dated more than 15 months ago. Observed child file #4 and #5, both preschool children, contained updated health assessments which were dated more than 15 months after the previous valid health assessment.”

Correction date in the state record: Sep 27, 2024

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

“On 8/28/24 observed child file #2, a young toddler, contained an updated health assessment which was dated more than 12 months after the previous valid health assessment.”

Correction date in the state record: Sep 27, 2024

3270.124(e) Written emergency plan posted

“On 8/28/24 observed the facility did not have an emergency transportation plan with the emergency contacts in the gym, outdoor play area, and on the bus.”

Correction date in the state record: Sep 27, 2024

3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information

“On 8/28/24 observed child file #1 did not contain the health insurance coverage and policy number.”

Correction date in the state record: Sep 27, 2024

3270.123(b) Parent receives original

“On 8/28/24 observed original agreements in children's files #1, #2, and #5.”

Correction date in the state record: Sep 27, 2024

3270.107 Refrigerator

“On 8/28/24 observed the refrigerator in the school-age room was not clean.”

Correction date in the state record: Sep 27, 2024

3270.104(a) Clean, good repair, proper size

“On 8/28/24 observed in the young toddler room, two rack stands which were not securely anchored to the wall and posed a hazard which could be pulled over. Observed in the older preschool room, a microwave stand and a tall rack shelf which were not securely anchored to the wall.”

Correction date in the state record: Sep 27, 2024

3270.103 Small Toys and Objects

“On 8/28/24 observed a sensory table which was filled with rice and other objects which had a diameter of less than 1 inch.”

Correction date in the state record: Sep 27, 2024

3270.102(c) Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing

“On 8/28/24 observed the back side of the outdoor rock-climbing wall did not have the required 9 inches of loose fill playground surface covering below the climbing area.”

Correction date in the state record: Sep 27, 2024

3270.102(a) Clean and good repair

“On 8/28/24 observed rest mats with peeling covers and exposed foam in the young toddler room, in the hall by the older preschool room, and the rear exit door. Observed a torn diaper changing pad in the older toddler room. Observed a round table with loose legs in the young preschool room. Observed a light table with a damaged end in the older preschool room. Observed in the outdoor play area, a damaged end on a little tykes picnic table, a little tykes play house which had a crack in the doorway creating a pinch point, and a rainbow slide with standing water in the bottom.”

Correction date in the state record: Sep 27, 2024

3270.82(i) Lidded waste receptacles

“On 8/28/24 observed the older preschool room did not have a lidded waste receptacle by the bathroom sink.”

Correction date in the state record: Sep 27, 2024

3270.82(h) Handwashing signs

“On 8/28/24 observed an older toddler did not wash their hands after having a diaper changed.”

Correction date in the state record: Sep 27, 2024

3270.82(g) Clean and good repair

“On 8/28/24 observed the sink in the large boy's bathroom had a detached drain pipe.”

Correction date in the state record: Sep 27, 2024

3270.76 Building Surfaces

“On 8/28/24 observed 2 missing ceiling tiles in the young preschool room.”

Correction date in the state record: Sep 27, 2024

3270.75(c) Has all items

“On 8/28/24 observed the first-aid kit used during transportation of children, did not contain scissors, tweezers, and soap.”

Correction date in the state record: Sep 27, 2024

3270.66(e) Arts and crafts non-toxic

“On 8/28/24 observed shaving cream, labeled "keep out of the reach of children", in the arts and craft supplies in the young toddler room.”

Correction date in the state record: Sep 27, 2024

3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible

“On 8/28/24 observed bleach accessible to children in an unlocked kitchen area of the facility. Observed in the infant room, damp rid, labeled "keep out of the reach of children", accessible to children in an unlocked closet. Observed in the young toddler room, hand sanitizer labeled "keep out of the reach of children", accessible to children on a low shelf by the sink. Observed in the preschool room, hand sanitizer "labeled keep out of the reach of children", accessible to children on a low shelf by the windows.”

Correction date in the state record: Sep 27, 2024

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

“On 8/28/24 observed staff file #5 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: Sep 27, 2024

3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL

“On 8/19/24 observed staff file #2, who has been employed for more than 12 months, contained a criminal background clearance which stated the request under review making the clearance invalid. Observed staff file #3 contained an FBI clearance which was dated more than 45 days after staff #3 first day working with children. Staff file #3 did not contain an FBI fingerprint submitted receipt. Observed staff file #3 contained a NSOR verification letter which was dated more than 5 months after staff #3 first day working with children. Observed staff file #4 contained an NSOR verification letter which was dated more than 45 days after staff #4 first day working with children.”

Correction date in the state record: Sep 27, 2024

3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training

“On 8/19/24 observed staff file #3 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): 3270.31(f)(1-9)”

Correction date in the state record: Sep 27, 2024

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

“On 8/28/24 observed children's files #1 and #3 did not contain the complete name and address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”

Correction date in the state record: Sep 27, 2024

3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan

“The facility failed to conduct an annual emergency drill.”

3270.27(a)(5) Emergency plan

“The facility's emergency plan provided accommodations for Children with chronic disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions, but failed to provide for accommodations for infants, toddlers.”

3270.135(c) Diapering area not used for food prep

“The sink in the Onsie's room was observed to be used for handwashing and dishwashing.”

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

“The file for Child #5 lacked verification that the child had received an annual influenza vaccination in 2022 as recommended by the ACIP.”

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

“The file for child #7, a preschooler did not contain an updated health report. The health report on file for child #7 was dated 08/10/2022.”

3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded

“The files for children #1-7 did not contain a Child Service Report”

Correction date in the state record: Nov 16, 2023

3270.102(c) Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing

“The Facility's outdoor play yard was observed to have embedded play equipment with a bed of pea gravel that did not measure 9" around the base of the equipment.”

Correction date in the state record: Nov 16, 2023

3270.102(a) Clean and good repair

“The Pre-school II room was observed to contain a blue toy bin that was cracked creating a pinch point.”

Correction date in the state record: Nov 16, 2023

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

“The facility's emergency plan did contain a statement regarding continuity of operations.”

3270.171(a) Pick-up and drop-off points

“The facility failed to notify local traffic safety authorities annually in writing in 2022 of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the child care facility.”

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

“3rd citation, previously cited on 08/19/2022, and 10/28/2022. On 12/08/2022 the file for staff person #1 who was observed working in capacity of an Assistant Group Supervisor on 08/19/2022, lacked documentation of education and experience to qualify them to work in this capacity.3rd citation previously cited on 08/19/2022, and 10/28/2022. On 12/08/2022 the file for staff person #1 was observed to lack documentation of child-care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.”

Correction date in the state record: Dec 29, 2022

3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL

“2nd Citation, previously cited on 08/19/2022. On 10/28/2022 the file for staff person #7 was observed not to contain documentation of completion of the mandated report training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet). Also, the file for staff person #2, #3, #4, and #7 lacked an NSOR certification.”

Correction date in the state record: Dec 8, 2022

3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training

“2nd Citation, previously cited on 08/19/22. On 10/28/22, staff person(s) #6, #7, and #8 were observed not to have documentation of completion of the following required pre-service training with 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): staff person #6: Health and Safety Training; staff person #7: mandated reporter training, pediatric first aid and CPR, and health and safety training; staff person #8: Health and Safety training.”

Correction date in the state record: Dec 8, 2022

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

“2nd citation, previously cited on 08/19/2022. On 10/28/2022 the facility was found not to have in place a policy that included, recognition of potential signs and symptoms of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma; strategies for coping with a crying, fussing, or distraught child; and address the prevention and identification of child maltreatment.”

Correction date in the state record: Dec 8, 2022

3270.31(e) Age and Training

“2nd citation, previously cited on 08/19/22. On 10/28/2022, the file for staff person(s) #5, and #7 hired prior to 12/19/2020 (see LIS code sheet) were observed not to contain documentation of an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training between 12/19/2020 and 12/19/2021.”

Correction date in the state record: Dec 12, 2022

3270.151(c)(2) Mantoux TB

“2nd citation, previously cited on 08/19/22. On 10/28/22, the files for staff person(s) #2, #7, and #8 were observed to lack documentation of tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment. Additionally, on 10/28/2022, and not previously cited, the file of staff person #1, was observed to lack documentation of tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment.”

Correction date in the state record: Dec 12, 2022

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

“2nd citation, previously cited on 08/19/2022. On 10/28/2022, the emergency form on file for child #5 was observed not to include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent whom the child may be released.”

Correction date in the state record: Nov 10, 2022

3270.124(b)(5) Information re: special needs

“2nd citation, previously cited on 08/19/2022. On 10/28/2022, the emergency contact forms on file for children #1, #2, and #5 were observed not to include information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician assistant or CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation.”

Correction date in the state record: Nov 8, 2022

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

“2nd citation, previously cited on 08/19/2022. On 10/28/2022, the emergency contact forms on file for children #1, and #2 were observed not to include the enrolling parent's home or work phone number.”

Correction date in the state record: Nov 8, 2022

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

“2nd citation, previously cited on 08/19/2022. On 10/28/2022, the emergency contact information on file for children #1, #2, #4, and #5 did not include the complete name, address, and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.”

Correction date in the state record: Nov 8, 2022

3270.123(a)(7) Services considered extra

“2nd citation previously cited on 08/19/2022. On 10/28/2022, the agreement forms on file for children #1, and #2 were observed not to specify the services which are to be considered extra.”

Correction date in the state record: Nov 8, 2022

3270.123(a)(4) Arrival/departure times

“2nd citation, previously cited on 08/19/2022. On 10/28/2022, the agreement form on file for child #3 was observed not to specify the child's arrival and departure times.”

Correction date in the state record: Nov 17, 2022

3270.82(h) Handwashing signs

“2nd citation, previously cited on 08/11/2022. On 10/28/2022, handwashing signs were observed not to be posted in the following locations: above the right sink in the boy's restroom, far left stall of the girl's restroom above the toilet and the sink, above 2 (right and left sinks) in the row of 3 sinks in the girl's restroom, and in the older toddler classroom (orange door) above the right toilet.”

Correction date in the state record: Dec 8, 2022

3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster

“2nd citation, previously cited on 08/11/2022. On 10/28/2022, the ceiling of both the boy's restroom and the girl's restroom was observed to have peeling paint and damaged placed coming from the area near the vent in each of the restrooms.”

Correction date in the state record: Dec 8, 2022

3270.75(c) Has all items

“2nd citation, previously cited on 08/22/2022. On 10/28/22 the first aid kit located in the preschool room (blue door) was observed to be missing tweezers.”

Correction date in the state record: Dec 8, 2022

3270.37(b) Aide qualifications

“2nd citation, previously cited on 08/19/2022. On 10/28/2022, the files for staff person(s) #2, and #7 were observed to lack documentation of qualifications to work in the capacity.”

Correction date in the state record: Dec 8, 2022

3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations

“2nd citation, previously cited on 08/19/22. On 10/28/22 the files for staff person(s) #5, #7, and #9 were observed to lack documentation of a written evaluation being completed within the last 12 months.”

Correction date in the state record: Dec 8, 2022

3270.33(a) Each staff person meets quals

“2nd citation, previously cited on 08/19/2022. On 10/28/22, the file for staff person #1 who was observed working in the capacity of an Assistant Group Supervisor on 08/19/22, lacked documentation of education and experience to qualify them to work in this capacity.”

Correction date in the state record: Dec 12, 2022

3270.192(3) Health assessment, TB test

“2nd citation, previously cited on 08/19/2022. On 10/28/2022, the files for staff person(s) #2, #7, and #8 were observed not to contain documentation of an initial health assessment on file within one year of initial employment. Additionally, on 10/28/2022, and not previously cited, the file of staff person #1, was observed to lack documentation of tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment.”

Correction date in the state record: Dec 12, 2022

3270.192(2)(ii) Exp, educ., training prior to facility

“2nd citation, previously cited on 08/19/2022. On 10/28/22, the files for staff person(s) #1, #2, #7 and #8 were observed not to contain verification of child-care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.”

Correction date in the state record: Dec 12, 2022

3270.151(c)(1) Physical examination

“2nd Citation, previously cited on 08/19/2022. On 10/28/2022, the files for staff person(s) #7, and #8 were observed not to contain documentation of a health assessment on file.”

Correction date in the state record: Dec 5, 2022

3270.102(a) Clean and good repair

“On 8/11/22, in the preschool room (blue door) 2 blue toy bins one containing farm animals and the other containing a paint brush were observed to be cracked along the top corner, creating rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points.”

3270.81 Glass

“On 8/11/22, the doors at the entrance of the facility and the doors at the entrance to the outdoor play space were observed not to have in place a visual strip or other visual identification.”

3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster

“On 8/11/22, the ceiling of both the boys restroom and the girls restroom were observed to have peeling paint and damaged plaster coming from the area near the vent in each of the restrooms.”

3270.75(c) Has all items

“On 8/11/22, the first aid kit located in the infant room (blue and green door) and the preschool room (blue door) was observed to be missing tweezers.”

3270.66(e) Arts and crafts non-toxic

“On 8/11/22, in the older toddler room (orange door) shaving cream was observed to be stored with the arts and crafts items. It was disclosed by the staff in the older toddler classroom that the shaving cream was used to make puff paint to be used during arts and crafts time.”

3270.66(b) Original container

“On 8/11/22, in the younger toddler room (red door), a bottle of what appeared to be a pink cleaning solution was observed not to have a label that specifies the contents.”

3270.61(c) 40 square feet wall-to-wall

“On 8/11/22, a total of 23 school aged children were observed being cared for. The school aged classroom (red and orange door) only has a measured capacity of 18. It was disclosed by the designated person in charge that during the summer, the school age attendance varies between 18 and 26 school aged children.”

3270.37(c) Aides supervised all times

“On 8/19/2022, staff person #6 who is classified as an Aide was observed working unsupervised in the younger toddler room (red door), caring for a group of 3 older aged toddler children and 2 younger aged toddler children.”

3270.37(b) Aide qualifications

“On 8/19/2022, the file for staff person's #6, #12, and #13 who were classified as an Aide, were observed not to contain on documentation of qualifications to work in this capacity.”

3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations

“On 8/19/2022, the file for staff person's #5, #10, #12, and #13 were observed not to contain documentation of a written evaluation being completed within the last 12 months.”

3270.33(a) Each staff person meets quals

“On 8/19/2022, the file for staff person's #2 and #3 observed working in the capacity of an Assistant Group Supervisor, were observed not to contain documentation of education or experience to qualify them to work in this capacity.”

3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL

“**On 8/19/2022, the file for staff person's #3, #4, and #13 have not completed the mandated reporter training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet). On 8/19/2022, no clearances were observed to be on file for staff person #3. On 8/19/2022, the Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) criminal history clearance (7/27/22), Child Abuse Clearance (8/1/2022), and FBI criminal history clearance (7/28/2022) on file for staff person #6, were observed to be dated more than 45 days after staff person #6's date of hire (See LIS Code Sheet). Additionally, there was not an NSOR certification on file just an application dated 2/14/2022 for staff person #6. On 8/19/2022, the PSP criminal history clearance (2/9/2022), Child Abuse Clearance (2/10/2022), and FBI criminal history clearance (2/15/2022) on file for staff person #8, were observed to have been more than 45 days after staff person #8's date of hire (See LIS Code Sheet). Additionally, there was no NSOR certification on file for staff person #8 only an application dated 2/8/2022. On 8/19/2022, there was no documentation of Child Abuse History Clearance or National Sex Offender certification (NSOR) on file for staff person #9. On 8/19/2022, the PSP clearance (12/15/21), Child Abuse History Clearance (12/15/21), on file for staff person #12 were observed to be more than 45 days after date of hire (See LIS Coding Sheet). Additionally, the file for staff person #12 was observed not to contain documentation of a valid FBI clearance, this is evidenced by the FBI clearance on file being for PDE, also, there was no documentation of an NSOR certificate. On 8/19/2022, The PSP clearance (7/9/22), Child Abuse History Clearance (7/9/22), and FBI clearance (7/12/22) on file for staff person #13 were observed to be more than 45 days after date of hire (See LIS Code Sheet). Additionally, there was no documentation of an NSOR certificate on file for staff person #13. On 8/19/2022, the FBI clearance (9/28/21) and Mandated Reporter training on file for staff person #15 was observed to be more than 45 days after the date of hire (See LIS Coding Sheet). Additionally, there was no documentation of an NSOR certificate on file for staff person #15, only an application dated 6/10/22.”

3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL

“*On 8/19/2022, the file for staff person's #3, #4, and #13 have not completed the mandated reporter training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet). On 8/19/2022, no clearances were observed to be on file for staff person #3. On 8/19/2022, the Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) criminal history clearance (7/27/22), Child Abuse Clearance (8/1/2022), and FBI criminal history clearance (7/28/2022) on file for staff person #6, were observed to be dated more than 45 days after staff person #6's date of hire (See LIS Code Sheet). Additionally, there was not an NSOR certification on file just an application dated 2/14/2022 for staff person #6. On 8/19/2022, the PSP criminal history clearance (2/9/2022), Child Abuse Clearance (2/10/2022), and FBI criminal history clearance (2/15/2022) on file for staff person #8, were observed to have been more than 45 days after staff person #8's date of hire (See LIS Code Sheet). Additionally, there was no NSOR certification on file for staff person #8 only an application dated 2/8/2022. On 8/19/2022, there was no documentation of Child Abuse History Clearance or National Sex Offender certification (NSOR) on file for staff person #9. On 8/19/2022, the PSP clearance (12/15/21), Child Abuse History Clearance (12/15/21), on file for staff person #12 were observed to be more than 45 days after date of hire (See LIS Coding Sheet). Additionally, the file for staff person #12 was observed not to contain documentation of a valid FBI clearance, this is evidenced by the FBI clearance on file being for PDE, also, there was no documentation of an NSOR certificate. On 8/19/2022, The PSP clearance (7/9/22), Child Abuse History Clearance (7/9/22), and FBI clearance (7/12/22) on file for staff person #13 were observed to be more than 45 days after date of hire (See LIS Code Sheet). Additionally, there was no documentation of an NSOR certificate on file for staff person #13. On 8/19/2022, the FBI clearance (9/28/21) and Mandated Reporter training on file for staff person #15 was observed to be more than 45 days after the date of hire (See LIS Coding Sheet). Additionally, there was no documentation of an NSOR certificate on file for staff person #15, only an application dated 6/10/22.”

3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training

“On 8/19/2022, staff person's #3, #4, #5, #6, #7, #9, #11, #12, #13, #14, and #15 have not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): staff person #3, Mandated Reporter Training, Pediatric First Aid and CPR, and Health and Safety Training, staff person #4, Mandated Reporter Training, Pediatric First Aid and CPR, and Health and Safety Training, staff person #5, Pediatric First Aid and CPR, staff person #6, Pediatric First Aid and CPR and Health and Safety Training, staff person #7, Pediatric First Aid and CPR, staff person #9, Pediatric First Aid and CPR, staff person #11, Health and Safety Training, staff person #12, Mandated Reporter Training, Pediatric First Aid and CPR, and Health and Safety Training, staff person #13, Mandated Reporter Training, Pediatric First Aid and CPR, and Health and Safety Training, staff person #14, Pediatric First Aid and CPR, and staff person #15, Pediatric First Aid and CPR and Health and Safety Training.”

3270.27(c) Training regarding plan

“On 8/19/2022, the file for staff person's #2, #3, #5, #9, and #12 were observed not to contain documentation of training in the facility's emergency plan at time of initial hire. Additionally, the file for staff person #13 did not contain documentation of training in the facility's emergency plan at least annually. This is evidenced by the last documented date of staff person #13 being trained in the emergency plan being 11/2020.”

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

“On 8/19/2022, staff person's # 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: Health and Safety Training, Pediatric First Aid and CPR, and Mandated Reporter Training. On 8/19/2022, staff person #4 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #4 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Mandated Reporter Training, Pediatric First Aid and CPR, and Health and Safety Training. On 8/19/2022, staff person #6 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #6 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Pediatric First Aid and CPR. On 8/11/2022, staff person #7 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #7 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Pediatric First Aid and CPR. On 8/11/2022, staff person #8 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #8 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Pediatric First Aid and CPR. On 8/11/2022, staff person #13 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #13 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Pediatric First Aid and CPR.”

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

“On 8/19/2022 the facility was found not to have in place a policy that included, recognition of potential signs and symptoms of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma; strategies for coping with a crying, fussing, or distraught child; and address the prevention and identification of child maltreatment.”

3270.151(c)(2) Mantoux TB

“On 8/19/2022, the file for staff person's #6, #12, #13, and #15 were observed not to contain documentation of tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment. Additionally, the file for staff person #8 was observed to contain documentation of tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method on 2/21/22, which was after staff person #8's date of hire (See LIS Code Sheet).”

3270.166(4) Bottles labeled

“On 8/11/22, the bottle for child #1 and infant aged child in care was observed to be without a name label.”

3270.191 Individual Records

“On 8/19/2022, it was disclosed by the operator that there was no file present for staff person #1 or #4 at the facility.”

3270.192(3) Health assessment, TB test

“On 8/19/2022, the file for staff person's #2, #6, #12, #13, and #1 were observed not to contain documentation of an initial health assessment on file within one year of initial employment.”

3270.192(2)(ii) Exp, educ., training prior to facility

“On 8/19/2022, the file for staff person's #2, #3, #6, #12, #13, and #15 were observed not to contain verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.”

3270.192(4) CPSL information

“On 8/19/2022, the file for staff person #2, was observed not to contain documentation of a disclosure statement signed and dated prior to date of hire (See LIS Code Sheet). The file for staff person #3 was observed not to contain documentation of clearances or mandated reporter training prior to date of hire (See LIS Code Sheet). The file for staff person #6 was observed not to contain documentation of an NSOR certification within 45 days of hire (See LIS Code Sheet). The file for staff person #8 was observed not to contain documentation of an NSOR certification within 45 days of hire (See LIS Code Sheet). The file for staff person #9 was observed not to contain documentation of a Child Abuse History Clearance or and NSOR certification within 45 days of hire (See LIS Code Sheet). The file for staff person #12 was observed not to contain documentation of a valid FBI clearance or NSOR certification within 45 days of hire (See LIS Code Sheet). The file for staff person #13 was observed not to have on file a signed and dated disclosure statement prior to date of hire, or documentation of an NSOR certification (See LIS Code Sheet). The file for staff person #15 was observed not to contain documentation of an NSOR certification with 45 days of hire (See LIS Code Sheet)”

3270.192(5) Two written references

“On 8/19/2022, the file for staff person's #2, #9, #12, #13, and #15 were observed not to contain two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.”

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

“On 8/19/2022, the file for Child #5 whose date of admission is 2/10/2020, was observed not to contain documentation of an initial health report within 60 days of admission.”

3270.31(e) Age and Training

“On 08/19/2022, the file for staff person #10 and #13, both hired prior to 12/19/2020 (See LIS Code Sheet) were observed not to contain documentation of an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training between 12/19/2020 and 12/19/2021. Additionally the file for staff person #12 was observed not to have on file documentation of an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training during his or her first year of employment at the child care facility (See LIS Code Sheet).”

3270.131(b)(2) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months

“On 8/19/2022, the file for children #5, #7 and #8 all preschool aged children were observed not to contain documentation of a health report being obtained at least once every 12 months since the regulation was reinstated on 1/6/2022. This is evidenced the there not being an initial or subsequent health report on file for child #5 whose date of admission is 2/10/2020, the most recent updated health report on file for child #7 being dated 2/18/2019, and the most recent updated health report on file for child #8 being dated 7/28/2022, this should have been updated by 1/6/2022.”

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

“On 8/19/2022, the emergency contact form and agreement on file for children #5, #6, #7, #8, #9, #10, #11 and #12 were observed not to have been reviewed and updated by 1/6/2022 at which time the regulation was reinstated. The emergency contact form and agreement form on file for child #5 was observed to not yet have been reviewed since 5/3/2021.”

3270.124(c) Each child care space

“On 8/11/22, in the older toddler room (orange door) and the infant room (blue and green door), the emergency contact information was observed not to be in the child care space where children #1 (older toddler aged room) and #2 (infant room) were being cared for. Additionally, there was no emergency contact information present in the outdoor play space while children were being cared for.”

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

“On 8/19/2022, the emergency contact form on file for child #12 was observed not to include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent whom the child may be realeased.”

3270.131(e) ACIP recommended immunization record

“On 8/19/2022, the file for child #5 was observed not to contain documentation of a health report with immunizations or documentation of immunizations within 60 days of admission. Also, the file for child #12, was observed not to contain documentation of written verification of immunizations within 60 days of admission.”

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

“On 8/19/2022, the immunization report on file for child #4 a younger aged toddler child in care, was observed to only contain documentation of 3 doses of DTAP and HIB immunizations.”

3270.151(c)(1) Physical examination

“On 8/19/2022, the file for staff person's #2, #12, #13, and #15 were observed not to contain documentation of a Health assessment on file. Additionally, the health assessment on file for staff person #8 (2/21/22) was observed to be dated after staff person #8's date of hire (See LIS code sheet).”

3270.124(b)(5) Information re: special needs

“On 8/19/2022, the emergency contact form on file for children #3, #4 and #12 were found not to include information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician assistant or CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation.”

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

“On 8/19/2022, the emergency contact form on file for children #3, #4, and #5 were observed not to include the enrolling parents work address. Additionally for child #5 the emergency contact form did not include the enrolling parent's home or work phone number.”

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

“On 8/19/2022, the emergency contact information on file for children #3, #4, #7, and #12 did not include the complete name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.”

3270.123(a)(7) Services considered extra

“On 8/19/2022, the agreement form on file for children #3 and #4 were observed not to specify the services which are to be considered extra.”

3270.123(a)(4) Arrival/departure times

“On 8/19/2022, the agreement form on file for children #6 and #11 were observed not to specify the child's arrival and departure times.”

3270.123(a)(2) Date fee to be paid

“On 8/19/2022, the agreement form on file for child #7 was observed not to contain documentation of the date the fee is to be paid.”

3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children

“On 8/11/22 at approximately 1035, while on the playground staff person's #1 and #2 only identified a combined total of 22 school aged children in their classroom. Staff person #1 initially identified being assigned the specific responsibility to supervise 11 school aged children and staff person #2 initially identified being assigned the specific responsibility to supervise 11 school aged children. Once the children were brought together it was observed that staff person's #1 and #2 had a combined total of 23 school aged children in their classroom. At this time staff person #1 claimed being assigned the specific responsibility of supervising 12 school aged children and staff person #2 identified being assigned the specific responsibility of supervising 11 school aged children.”

3270.104(a) Clean, good repair, proper size

“On 8/11/22, bookshelves located in the hallway of the facility measuring approximately greater than 6 feet in height were observed not be secured to the wall creating a falling hazard to the children in care.”

3270.82(h) Handwashing signs

“On 8/11/22, handwashing signs were observed not to be posted in the following locations; above the right sink in the boys restroom, far left stall of the girls restroom above the toilet and the sink, above 3 of the 5 sinks in the girls restroom, and in the older toddler classroom (orange door) above the right toilet and above the diaper station.”