DUCKLINGS ELC LANDISVILLE

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

Staff person #1 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #1 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Pediatric First Aid and CPR. Requirement: A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations. State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. Until such time as the required pre- service trainings are completed, staff person #1 must be supervised, when interacting with children at a minimum by, an AGS who has completed all preservice trainings and has all qualifications to care for children unsupervised. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise staff person #1, staff person #1 may not work in a child-care position at the facility. Correction: Staff #1 completed CPR training on 5/25/26. Staff #1 did not work unsupervised until the CPR course was completed. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

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

A complete PA state police clearance was not available for staff #2- results showed as pending. Corrected on site by obtaining a new state police clearance. A complete PA state police clearance was not available for staff #3- disseminated date not available. Corrected on site by obtaining a new state police clearance. Requirement: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #2 and #3 may not work in a child care position at the facility. Correction: A PA state police clearance for staff #2 and #3 were obtained immediately and placed in each employees file. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Written consent (3270.133(6))

A medication log with parent consent was not available for child #1 or child #2. Corrected on site by obtaining the required documentation. Requirement: A parent shall provide written consent for administration of medication or a special diet. Correction: Medication Log for child #1 and #2 was completed with the required documentation. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Insurance coverage information (3270.124(b)(6))

Health insurance and policy information was not available for child #3. Corrected on site by obtaining the information. Requirement: Emergency contact information must include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable. Correction: Health insurance and policy information was added to the Emergency contact paperwork for child #3. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

2 feet apart (3270.106(f))

A child in the infant room was observed sleeping in a crib that was not clear on 3 sides by 2 feet. Requirement: At least 2 feet of space is required on three sides of a bed, cot, crib or other rest equipment while the equipment is in use. Correction: The Infant classroom was rearranged in order for cribs to be clear on 3 sides by 2 feet. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Small Toys and Objects (3270.103)

Lima beans were observed in the sensory table in the Butterfly classroom. Requirement: Toys and objects with a diameter of less than 1 inch, objects with removable parts that have a diameter of less than 1 inch, plastic bags and styrofoam objects may not be accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths. Correction: Lima beans were removed from the sensory table in the Butterfly classroom. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Clean and good repair (3270.102(a))

The diaper changing table in the Infant room was observed to have dirt and dust in the base of the table. Corrected on site by cleaning the base of the table. The diaper changing table in the Waddler room was observed to have dirt, crumbs, and hair in the base of the table. Corrected on site by cleaning the base of the table. A bouncy seat in the Waddler room was observed to have dirt on the tray. Corrected on site by cleaning the tray. Requirement: Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts. Correction: The diaper changing tables in the Infant and Waddler classrooms were cleaned of the dirt and dust in the base of the table. The bouncy seat in the Waddler classroom was also cleaned to remove the dirt on the tray. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Lidded waste receptacles (3270.82(i))

Lidded trash cans were not available at the sink areas in the Ladybug, Butterfly, and Dragonfly classrooms. Requirement: A toilet area, training chair area, diapering area and sink area shall be equipped with a clean, lidded waste receptacle. Correction: Trash cans without lids were removed from the Ladybug, Butterfly, and Dragonfly classrooms. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Building Surfaces (3270.76)

The bulletin board in the gross motor room was observed to have flaking cork in the lower right corner, which was within reach of children. Corrected on site by placing tape over the area. Requirement: Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards. Correction: Tape was placed on the flaking cork to ensure the surface was in good repair and free from visible hazards. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Inaccessible to children/Locked (3270.75(b)/3270.133(4))

A go-bag containing a first aid kit was observed to be stored within reach of children while on the playground. Corrected on site by staff wearing the go-bag. The go-bag containing a first aid kit and medication was observed to be accessible to children in the Jitterbug classroom. Corrected on site by placing the bag out of reach of children. Requirement: A first-aid kit must be inaccessible to children. Medication shall be stored in a locked area of the facility or in an area that is out of the reach of children. Correction: The go-bag was given to the teacher on duty and instructed to wear it on their person. The go bag in the Jitterbug classroom was placed out of reach of children. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Toxic plants not permitted (3270.66(d))

A pothos plant was observed in the infant room. Corrected on site by removing the plant from the room. A pothos and peace lily were observed in the Crickets room. Corrected on site by removing the plants from the room. Requirement: Toxic plants are not permitted in a child care space. Correction: Toxic plants will not be present in the building. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Locked or inaccessible (3270.66(a))

A pack of diaper wipes labeled "Keep out of reach of children" was observed to be accessible to children. Corrected on site by placing the wipes out of reach of children. Requirement: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children. Correction: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in a locked cabinet or in a bin that is inaccessible to children. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less (3270.65)

An outlet cover was observed to be missing in the Cricket classroom. Corrected on site by placing a cover in the outlet. An outlet cover was observed to be missing in the Caterpillar classroom. Corrected on site by placing a cover in the outlet. Requirement: Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger. Correction: An outlet cover was placed on the outlet in the Cricket classroom. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Director or designated staff person ensure compliance (3270.95(b))

The time between the testing of the fire alarm system exceeded the permitted at least every 30 days' timeframe (9/19/25, 10/22/25). Requirement: The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met. Correction: Dates will be properly documented at least every 30 days to indicate the testing of the fire detection devices. Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Comply with CPSL (3270.32(a))

Staff person #1 had not completed mandated reporter training within 60 months of the previous training. This is evidenced by the previous documented mandated reporter training on file being dated 5/29/20 and the current training dated 10/29/25. Requirement: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Correction: A spreadsheet will be used to include all required trainings/clearances for easy access to ensure the trainings do not exceed the permitted timeframe. We will comply with CPSL. All staff will complete Mandated Reporter training within 60 months of the previous training. Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos (3270.181(c))

The time between parents reviewing and updating the financial agreement of child #1 exceeded the permitted at least every 6 months' timeframe. (6/24/24, 1/30/25). Requirement: A parent is required to review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information. Correction: The financial agreement was dated however, it was not within the six month timeframe. Financial agreements will be updated by parents at least every 6 months. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Comply with CPSL (3270.32(a))

Staff person #1's PA State Police clearance results on record did not have any purpose for the clearance request selected. (corrected during inspection). The time between NSOR clearance results on record exceeded the permitted every 60 months' timeframe (1/9/20, 2/26/25). Requirement: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Correction: Staff person #1 re-submitted information for PA State Police clearance during inspection. New staff clearances will be obtained prior to the expiration of the current clearances. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Small Toys and Objects (3270.103)

It was observed, in the Ladybugs classroom (2 yr olds) that small cotton balls (less than 1 inch diameter) were accessible to children (corrected during inspection). Requirement: Toys and objects with a diameter of less than 1 inch, objects with removable parts that have a diameter of less than 1 inch, plastic bags and styrofoam objects may not be accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths. Correction: Cotton balls were immediately removed from the sensory bin to ensure toys/objects, less than one inch in diameter, were not accessible to children. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Refrigerator (3270.107)

It was observed, that the refrigerator in the young Infant room measured a temperature of 50 degrees F. (corrected during inspection). Requirement: A facility shall have an operable, clean refrigerator used to store potentially hazardous foods. The refrigerator shall be capable of maintaining food at 45° F or below. An operating thermometer shall be placed in the refrigerator. Correction: Refrigerator temperature was reduced to 45 degrees to ensure potentially hazardous foods are safely stored. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

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

Child #1's emergency contact information did not include the enrolling parent's home telephone number. Requirement: Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent. Correction: Child #1' emergency contact information was completed by adding the home telephone number. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Original container/Name on bottle (3270.133(1)/3270.133(3))

Child #3's prescription medication (Fireflies room) was not in its original container and did not identify the name of the child for whom the medication was intended. Requirement: A prescription or nonprescription medication may be accepted only in an original container. The medication shall remain in the container in which it was received. The label of a medication container shall identify the name of the medication and the name of the child for whom the medication is intended. Medication shall be administered to only the child whose name appears on the container. Correction: Disposed of Child #3's medication as family indicated it was no longer needed. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Medication log (3270.133(7))

Child #3 and #4 (Fireflies and Dragonflies rooms) had medications in the classroom, but no medication log on file at the facility. Requirement: An operator is responsible to establish and maintain a medication log if prescription or nonprescription medication is administered. Correction: Child #'s 3 and 4 had medication logs signed and on file at the facility. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Exam communicable disease/Physician/CRNP assessment (3270.151(c)(3)/3270.151(c)(5))

Staff person #3's health assessment did not include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination and an assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care. Requirement: An adult health assessment must include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination. An adult health assessment must include the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care. Correction: Staff person #3 obtained an updated Health Assessment to indicate she was free of communicable diseases and suitable to provide child care. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Written statement (3270.166(1))

The staff persons in the Infant rooms (younger and older infants) are writing the feeding schedules for the children, instead of the parents. Requirement: A written statement giving the formula and feeding schedule for an infant shall be obtained from the parent. Correction: We will obtain and use the written formula and feeding schedules from the parents for each enrolled infant. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Transcript, diploma and letters (3270.192(2)(iv))

Staff person #4's record did not contain verification of the required experience to act as an Assistant Group Supervisor, and has been acting as an Assistant Group Supervisor. (corrected during inspection). Requirement: A facility person's record shall include acceptable verification of experience, education or training is a transcript or a diploma or a letter signed by a representative of the experiential, educational or training entity. Correction: Verification of the required experience to act as Assistant Group Supervisor was corrected on site by obtaining documentation of hours for staff person #4s record. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).