Tipton Baptist Church School and Day Care

3270.66(b) Original container

“The facility was observed to have cleaning materials stored alongside the toaster in Rooms #115 and #122.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 30, 2026

3270.133(1) Original container

“The facility was observed to have a medication for child #1 that was not in an original container.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 24, 2026

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

“The file for staff person #1 was observed to lack an updated health assessment that was obtained a minimum of every 24 months. This was evidenced by the most current health assessment present in the file was dated 02/16/2024, a period of 24 months and 3 weeks.”

Correction date in the state record: Apr 20, 2026

3270.131(b)(2)/3270.181(c) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

“The file for child #1, a preschool aged child was observed to lack documentation that the operator obtained an updated health report no less than every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child. This was evidenced by the most recent health report in the file is dated 08/21/2023.”

Correction date in the state record: Apr 24, 2025

3270.27(e) Letter to parents

“The facility was observed to be providing a letter explaining the emergency procedures to the parent of each enrolled child. However, the letter failed to include information regarding accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions.”

Correction date in the state record: Apr 24, 2025

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

“The facility was observed to have an open, plastic-lined trash can that contained trash that has possibly been contaminated by human secretions or excrement (eating utensils, plates, cups and napkins).”

Correction date in the state record: Apr 24, 2025

3270.76 Building Surfaces

“2nd citation. Previously cited on 3/7/24. Observed a damaged wall mat with exposed foam around the outlet to the right at the front of the building in the indoor play space.”

Correction date in the state record: Apr 10, 2024

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

“The facility had a policy that addressed the recognition of potential signs and symptoms of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma and strategies for coping with a crying, fussing, and distraught child, but the policy did not address the prevention and identification of child maltreatment.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2024

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

“Emergency contact information for Child #1 did not include the complete work address of the enrolling parent.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2024

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

“Emergency contact information for Child #2 did not include information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant or CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2024

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

“Emergency contact information for Child #3 did not include the telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. Emergency contact information for Child #4 did not include the complete address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2024

3270.124(c) Each child care space

“On 3/7/24 when children in Room 119/120 went outside, staff did not take the emergency contact information with them for children receiving care.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2024

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

“The facility was unable to provide documentation that the fire detection system was manually tested at least every 30 days. The facility provided documentation that the fire detection system was manually tested on 3/2/23, 3/27/23, 4/20/23, 5/17/23, 6/12/23, 7/2/23, 7/30/23, 8/10/23, 9/3/23, 10/1/23, 10/26/23, 11/19/23, 12/22/23, 1/19/24, and 2/16/24.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2024

3270.151(c)(2) Mantoux TB

“The file of Staff #3 lacked an initial health assessment which included tuberculosis screening by Mantoux method at initial employment (SEE LIS Code Sheet). Staff #3 had a Mantoux read date of 8/19/22.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2024

3270.192(5) Two written references

“The file of Staff #1 lacked two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. The file of Staff #1 contained one reference.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2024

3270.94(a)(1) Every 60 days

“The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter did not ensure that fire drills were conducted at least once every 60 days. The facility provided documentation of fire drills being conducted on 3/2/23, 4/28/23, 6/20/23, 8/10/23, 10/1/23, 12/22/23, and 2/16/24.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2024

3270.74 Emergency Numbers Posted

“On 3/7/24 the telephone number of the nearest hospital, police department, fire department, ambulance and poison control center were not posted by the telephone in Room 121/122.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2024

3270.75(a) In child care spaces

“On 3/7/24 a first-aid kit was not in Room 112.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2024

3270.75(c) Has all items

“On 3/7/24 the first-aid kit in Room 121/122 did not contain tweezers and disposable, nonporous gloves.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2024

3270.76 Building Surfaces

“On 3/7/24 observed damaged wall mats around 2 outlets with exposed foam at the front of the building in the indoor play space. On 3/7/24 observed rust on the heat register along the left wall from the entrance in Room 123.”

3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster

“On 3/7/24 observed drywall with several small holes on the opposite wall across from the side entrance in the indoor play space as well as to the left of the fire extinguisher on the opposite wall of the side entrance in the indoor play space.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2024

3270.82(i) Lidded waste receptacles

“On 3/7/24 the bathrooms by Room 100 lacked clean, lidded waste receptacles.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2024

3270.102(a) Clean and good repair

“On 3/7/24 observed a torn red and blue rest mat with exposed foam in the hall across from Room 121/122.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2024

3270.103 Small Toys and Objects

“On 3/7/24 observed 2 red foam mat pieces with bite marks in Room 121/122. On 3/7/24 observed 5 foam blocks with bite marks in Room 113/114/115.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2024

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

“Emergency contact information for Child #3 did not include the complete address of the child's physician or source of medical care.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2024

3270.21 General Health and Safety

“On 3/7/24 observed an electrical cord to a fan which was not secured creating a potential strangulation hazard in Room 123. On 3/7/24 observed an air purifier which was not anchored on top of approximately a 2-foot-high metal cabinet creating a potential tipping hazard in Room 121/122.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2024

3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility

“The file of Staff #2, who was designated as an assistant group supervisor, lacked documentation of 2 years experience with children.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2024

3270.131(a) Health information

“Children #4 and #5 lacked a health report no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility. Child #4 who had an admission date of 6/30/23 had a health report dated 9/11/23. Child #5 who had an admission date of 8/28/23 had a health report in the file, but it was not dated.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2024

3270.31(e) Age and Training

“The files of Staff #4, #5, #10, and #18 lacked documentation of obtaining an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 22, 2023

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

“The facility was unable to provide documentation that the fire detection system was manually tested at least every 30 days or inspected by a fire safety professional annually. The facility did not have a written record that the fire detection system was tested manually. The facility provided documentation the fire detection system was inspected by a fire protection professional on 2/8/23 but had no documentation for 2022.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 22, 2023

3270.94(a)(1) Every 60 days

“The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter did not ensure that fire drills are conducted at least once every 60 days. The facility provided documentation of fire drills being conducted on 2/7/22, 4/6/22, 6/2/22, 7/29/22, 9/28/22, 11/22/22, 1/5/23, and 3/2/23.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 22, 2023

3270.27(a)(6)/3270.27(f) Emergency plan/Emergency plan

“The facility created an emergency drill log, but it did not address special accommodations the facility used for any category of children, the total number of adults and children participating in the drill, and problems encountered or observations during the drill.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 22, 2023

3270.165 Menus

“The operator did not conspicuously post the menu at least 1 week in advance. The only menu posted was for the current week.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 9, 2023

3270.151(c)(2) Mantoux TB

“The files of Staff #1 and #18 lacked an initial health assessment which included a tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment (SEE LIS Code Sheet). Staff #1 had a Mantoux read date of 12/9/20. Staff #18 had a Mantoux read date of 10/5/16.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 22, 2023

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

“The files of Staff #5 and #10 lacked a health assessment conducted every 24 months. The file of Staff #5 contained a current health assessment dated 7/29/21 with a previous one dated 6/29/19. The file of Staff #10 contained a current health assessment dated 2/13/23 with a previous one dated 6/3/20. The file of Staff #18 lacked a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting (SEE LIS Code Sheet). The file of Staff #18 contained a health assessment dated 1/24/23.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 22, 2023

3270.131(d)(7) Free from contagious/communicable disease

“The health report for Child #4 included a statement which indicated that the child was not able to participate in child care and does not appear to be free from contagious or communicable disease. The health report lacked an explanation why the child was not able to participate in child care and does not appear to be free from contagious or communicable disease.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 22, 2023

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

“The files of Children #1, #2, #3, #6, and #7 lacked a current influenza immunization in accordance with the recommendations of the ACIP.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 22, 2023

3270.124(c) Each child care space

“Emergency contact information for children in Room 100 was not present when they were receiving care in that room. The emergency contact information was kept in an office beside Room 100.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 22, 2023

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

“The emergency contact for Child #2 lacked the complete work address of the enrolling parent.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 22, 2023

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

“The emergency contact for Child #2 lacked the complete address of the child's physician or source of medical care.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 22, 2023

3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded

“The files Children #5, #6, and #7 lacked child service reports with the reinstating of this regulation on 10/31/22. Child #5, with an admission date of 8/3022, did not have a child service report on file. Child #6, with an admission date of 8/30/22, did not have a child service report on file. Child #7, with an admission date of 8/30/22, did not have a child service report on file.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 22, 2023

3270.103 Small Toys and Objects

“On 3/8/23 observed foam blocks with bite marks in Room 119/120.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 8, 2023

3270.102(a) Clean and good repair

“On 3/8/23 observed blue/orange/red steps and a yellow triangle mat with exposed foam in Room 121/122.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 22, 2023

3270.91(a) Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed

“On 3/8/23 observed an exit in Room 121/122 which was blocked with a cabinet.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 8, 2023

3270.82(h) Handwashing signs

“On 3/8/23 observed a sink in the Ladies' Bathroom and a sink in the Men's Bathroom located at the end of the hall which lacked handwashing signs. On 3/8/23 observed a sink the bathroom across from Room 121/122 which lacked a handwashing sign.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 22, 2023

3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster

“On 3/8/23 observed peeling paint on the door frame in the Infant/Toddler Outdoor Play Space.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 22, 2023

3270.76 Building Surfaces

“On 3/8/23 observed 2 screws protruding from the wall in the Infant/Toddler Play Space. On 3/15/23 observed loose fabric at the bottom of the divider which separates Room 117 and Room 118.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 22, 2023

3270.75(a) In child care spaces

“On 3/8/23 a first-aid kit was not present in Room 117 and Room 118.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 22, 2023

3270.74 Emergency Numbers Posted

“The telephone number of the nearest hospital was not posted by the telephones in Room 100, Room 119/120, Room 121/122, and Room 123.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 22, 2023

3270.66(b) Original container

“On 3/8/23 observed Clorox Odor Defense stored on a shelf with Goldfish crackers in Room 117.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 8, 2023

3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible

“On 3/8/23 observed Bic Cover It which indicated "keep out of the reach of children" in the top black bin beside the bookcase in Room 112 which was accessible to children. On 3/8/23 observed Bath and Body Works antibacterial soap which indicated "keep out of the reach of children" on the bookcase beside the black bins in Room 112 which was accessible to children. On 3/8/23 observed MPC A2Z Disinfecting Glass and Multi-surface Cleaner and Stay Clean Hand Gel Sanitizer "which indicated keep out of the reach of children" on top of the piano in Room 117 which were accessible to children. On 3/8/23 observed Clorox Disinfecting Wipes which indicated "keep out of the reach of children" on top of a cubby in Room 118 which was accessible to children. On 3/8/23 observed MPC A2Z Disinfecting Glass and Multi-purpose Cleaner and Febreeze "which indicated keep out of the reach of children" at the handwashing sink in Room 123 which were accessible to children.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 8, 2023

3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less

“On 3/15/23 observed an electrical outlet which lacked a protective receptacle cover beside the door in Room 118.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 22, 2023

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

“The files of Staff #1, #10, and #18, who were designated as assistant group supervisors, lacked documentation of 2 years experience with children.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 22, 2023

3270.35(b)(1) Bachelor's

“The file of Staff #5 lacked documentation of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education or the human services field.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 22, 2023

3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations

“The file of Staff #4 lacked a written evaluation on a regular basis, a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months (SEE LIS Code Sheet). The file of Staff #4 contained a written evaluation dated 2/5/23.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 22, 2023

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

“Staff #7 lacked documentation of completing mandated reporter training every 60 months. Staff #7 had documentation of mandated reporter training completed on 2/20/20 with previous training completed on 12/31/14. Staff #19 lacked documentation of completing mandated reporter training within 90 days of hire (SEE LIS Code Sheet). Staff #19 had documentation of completing mandated reporter training on 2/6/23.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 22, 2023

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

“The file of Staff #1 lacked a disclosure statement signed at the time of initial employment (SEE LIS Code Sheet). The file of Staff #1 contained a disclosure statement dated 2/11/23. The file of Staff #5 lacked an FBI Clearance updated every 60 months. The file of Staff #5 contained an FBI Clearance dated 10/11/18 with a previous one dated 4/23/13. The file of Staff #8 lacked application for the National Sex Offender Registry Certificate prior to or on the date of initial hire (SEE LIS Code Sheet). The file of Staff #8 contained a NSOR application dated 7/20/21 and a NSOR dated 7/22/21. The file of Staff #16 lacked a State Police Clearance updated every 60 months. The file of Staff #16 contained a State Police Clearance dated 2/3/23 with a previous one dated 1/25/18. The files of Staff #11 and #19 lacked a valid disclosure statement (SEE LIS Code Sheet). The disclosure statement on file for Staff #11 and #19 was not the one updated in 2020.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 22, 2023

3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training

“Staff persons #3 and #16 have not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): health and safety training.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 22, 2023

3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training

“Staff persons #1, #2, #3, #4, #5, #6, #7, #8, #9, #10, #11, #12, #13, #14, #15, #16, #17, #18, and #19 have acceptable pediatric first aid/CPR training in an approved curriculum; however, the trainer has not provided documentation that they are PQAS-certified in that training topic.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 8, 2023

3270.21 General Health and Safety

“On 3/8/23 observed a pair of adult scissors in the top black bin beside the bookcase in Room 112 which were accessible to children. On 3/8/23 observed a cord to a fan and a cord to an air purifier which were not secured creating a potential tripping/strangulation hazard in Room 121/122. On 3/8/23 observed a fan and air purifier on top of a child's table in Room 110 creating a potential tipping hazard.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 8, 2023

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

“The file of Staff #19 lacked documentation of completing the Pennsylvania Health and Safety Update 2022 within 90 days of hire (See LIS Code Sheet). Staff #19 completed Get Started with Center-Based Care: Building Blocks for Quality on 10/18/22 instead of Get Started with Center-Based Care Revised 2022. The file of Staff #19 contained no documentation of completing the health and safety update.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 22, 2023

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

“On 3/8/23 Staff persons #2, #4, #8, #9, #10, #11, #14, #15, and #19 were observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #2, #4, #8, #9. #10. #11, #14, #15, and #19 have not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: an approved Pediatric first aid and CPR curriculum but the trainer is not PQAS certified. Staff persons #3 and #16 were observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff persons #3 and #16 have not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: an approved Pediatric first aid and CPR curriculum but the trainer is not PQAS certified and health and safety training.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 22, 2023

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

“The facility had a policy that addressed the recognition of potential signs and symptoms of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma and strategies for coping with a crying, fussing, and distraught child, but the policy did not address the prevention and identification of child maltreatment. The emergency plan did not address volunteer emergency preparedness training as well as volunteers' roles in the event of an emergency.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 22, 2023

3270.27(a)(5) Emergency plan

“At the time of the reviewing the emergency plan with the director, the emergency plan lacked accommodations for infants and toddlers.”

Correction date in the state record: Apr 22, 2022

3270.133(7)/3270.182(4) Medication log/Consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs

“Observed prescription medications for children #7 and #8 but no medication logs; and Infant's Tylenol labeled for child #9 but no medication log.”

Correction date in the state record: Apr 1, 2022

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

“The file of staff #3 had documentation of completing Mandated Reporter training late due to the fact the documents were dated 12-31-14 and 2-20-22.”

Correction date in the state record: Apr 1, 2022

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

“The file for staff #1 lacked out of state clearances prior to date of hire (See IS CODE SHEET). The file of staff #2 had documentation of requesting the Child Abuse clearance after the date of hire (See IS CODE SHEET). The file of staff #4 had documentation of requesting the PA State Police clearance after the date of hire (See IS CODE SHEET).”

Correction date in the state record: Apr 7, 2022

3270.133(1) Original container

“Observed in the restroom located across from the toddler rooms, Rite Aid brand diaper cream labeled for child #5 with an expiration date of 8-2020; Desitin brand diaper cream labeled for child #6 with an expiration date of 2/2022.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 29, 2022

3270.124(e) Written emergency plan posted

“At the time of the inspection, the gross motor room lacked a posting of a written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency.”

Correction date in the state record: Apr 22, 2022

3270.124(c) Each child care space

“At the time of the inspection, the 3-day preschool room lacked emergency contact forms for the children receiving care in the space.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 29, 2022

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

“The files of children #1 and #3 lacked an emergency contact form with the parents' work addresses. The file of child #4 lacked an emergency contact form with the parent's full work address.”

Correction date in the state record: Apr 1, 2022

3270.123(a)(6) Admission date

“The files of children #2 and #4 lacked an agreement with the children's dates of admission.”

Correction date in the state record: Apr 1, 2022

3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible

“Observed in the restroom located across from the toddler rooms, Clorox toilet bowl cleaner and Radiance brand disinfectant wipes stored in the cabinet above the toilet accessible due to the fact there was a step stool present at the toilet.”

Correction date in the state record: Apr 1, 2022

3270.102(a) Clean and good repair

“Observed in the 3-day preschool room broken Magna-tiles. Observed in the preschool room located near the office, broken Magna-tiles.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 29, 2022

3270.75(c) Has all items

“Observed in the 3-day Preschool program room a first aid kit lacking soap.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 29, 2022

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

“At the time of the inspection, how to access the regulations in this chapter electronically was not posted.”

Correction date in the state record: Mar 29, 2022

3270.94(a)(1) Every 60 days

“Based on the fire drill log, fire drills were done more than 60 days apart due to the fact the dates documented were 12-8-21 and 2-7-22, which is 61 days.”

Correction date in the state record: Apr 6, 2022