SAND CASTLE DAY CARE SERVICE

Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos (3280.124(f)/3280.181(c))

During renewal inspection, child files were reviewed. Child #1 did not have a financial agreement on file. Child #2 & #4's financial agreement was last dated for 5/6/25. Child #3's emergency contact sheet is last dated for 5/6/25. These dates indicate that an update of these documents were not done within the 6-month requirement. Requirement: The parent shall update in writing emergency contact information once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information. 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: Operator has updated the financial agreements and emergency contact for all Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Services proceeded (3280.123(a)(3))

During renewal inspection it was observed that children #2, #3, #4 & #5 did not have an updated child service report on file. Requirement: An agreement shall specify the services to be provided to the family and the child, including the Department's approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided. The operator shall complete and update the form and provide a copy to the family in accordance with the updates regarding emergency contact information at § 3280.124(f). Correction: Operator completed child service reports for Child #2 on 4/20/26. Child #3 on 4/24/26. Child #4 on 4/20/26. Child #5 on 5/6/26. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Age and training (3280.31(e)(4)(i))

During renewal inspection, staff files were reviewed. Staff #1 was unable to schedule and complete an updated pediatric CPR class prior to expiration. Requirement: Competence is the completion of training by a professional in the field of first-aid and CPR. All staff persons shall renew their certification in pediatric first-aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on or before the expiration of the most current certification. Correction: Staff #1 was able to secure a scheduled training on 5/9/2026, 9am. This training was completed and certificate was put in the file. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Age and training (3280.31(e))

During renewal inspection, it was observed that Staff #1 did not have documentation of completing 12 hours of annual childcare training. Requirement: A staff person shall obtain an annual 12 clock hours of child care training. The 12 hours received will only be counted as a correction for the current inspection year. These hours cannot be counted towards the following inspection year. Correction: Staff #1 completed a full 12 hours of childcare training through better kid care. These trainings have been kept on file. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Liability Insurance (3280.17)

During renewal inspection, facility files were reviewed. The facility did not have liability insurance at the time of inspection. Requirement: The legal entity shall have comprehensive general liability insurance to cover all persons who are on the premises. A current copy of the insurance policy shall be on file at the facility. Correction: a new insurance plan has been secured on 4/13/26. Payments have been made towards the insurance. However, operator is still awaiting a complete, detailed portfolio that provides the dates of coverage. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety (3280.14/3280.20)

During renewal inspection, facility files were reviewed. The facility did not have a continuity of operations policy on file. 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. Correction: a continuity of operations plan has been written and sent to the inspector. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Emergency plan (3280.26(a)(6))

During renewal inspection, it was observed that the facility did not have any documentation of completing an annual emergency drill on file. Requirement: Emergency drills shall be conducted annually. Annual emergency drills shall be documented and on file at the facility. Correction: A separate emergency drill will be done and each year thereafter of our choosing's. This will be recorded on the designated emergency drill logs and kept on file. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety (3280.14/3280.20)

During renewal inspection, it was observed that Staff person #2 did not complete the required one-hour 2022 update to the health and safety training by 12/30/2022. It was also observed that the facility's emergency plan did not have a continuity of operations policy. 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. Correction: Staff #1 will complete the new health and safety training Part 1 and Part 2. Staff #2 will not be left alone with the children. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Age and training (3280.31(e))

During renewal inspection, it was observed that Staff #1 did not have documentation of completing 12 hours of annual childcare training. Requirement: A staff person shall obtain an annual 12 clock hours of child care training. The 12 hours received will only be counted towards the correct, not for next renewal inspection. Correction: Staff #1 will complete the necessary 12hrs of training. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Comply with CPSL/CPSL information (3280.32(a)/3280.192(4))

During renewal inspection, it was observed that Staff #1's previous State Police Clearance is dated for 2/23/20. An updated clearance was not obtained until 3/30/25. Staff #1's previous Child Abuse Clearance is dated for 3/25/20. An updated clearance was not obtained until 3/30/25. These dates indicate that an updated clearance was not obtained within the 60-month requirement. Staff #2's previous State Police Clearance is dated for 2/22/20. An updated clearance was not obtained until 3/27/25. Staff #2's previous Child Abuse Clearance is dated for 3/5/20. An updated clearance was not obtained until 3/27/25. These dates also indicate that an updated clearance was not obtained within the 60-month requirement. 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. Correction: Staff #1 and #2 will adhere to the 60-month requirement. We will review staff and child files each month, so we do not miss important upcoming dates. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Services proceeded (3280.123(a)(3))

During renewal inspection it was observed that child #1, #2, and #3 did not have an updated child service report on file. Requirement: An agreement shall specify the services to be provided to the family and the child, including the Department's approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided. The operator shall complete and update the form and provide a copy to the family in accordance with the updates regarding emergency contact information at § 3280.124(f). Correction: Director has completed child service reports for the listed children and had the parents sign and date it. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos (3280.124(f)/3280.181(c))

During renewal inspection, it was observed that child #1 did not have a financial agreement on file at all. Child #2's emergency contact sheet was last dated for 8/10/24. Child #3's emergency contact sheet was last dated for 3/25/24. For both child #2 and #3, their emergency contact sheets were not updated within the 6-month requirement. Requirement: The parent shall update in writing emergency contact information once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information. 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: Director created a financial agreement for Child #1, filled it out, signed and also had the parents sign and date it. Child #2 and Child #3s emergency contact sheet was updated, signed and dated by director and parent. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test (3280.151(a)/3280.192(3))

During renewal inspection it was observed that Staff #2's most recent health assessment on file is dated for 3/14/22. There was not an additional assessment on file. Staff #2 did not obtain a new health assessment within the 24-month requirement. Requirement: A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem. A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis. Correction: staff member #2 goes to her doctor every 6 months. Staff forgot to take an assessment with her on her most recent visit. All staff members will be sure to take a health assessment form to their doctors' appointments to get thoroughly filled out. These forms will then be kept on file and will be done within the 24 month-requirement. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

FIRE DETECTION/Staff responsibility (3280.95(a)/3280.95(b))

During renewal inspection, it was observed that the following dates indicate that fire alarm testing was not done within the 30-day requirement: 6/19/24, 7/22/24, 8/26/24, 9/26/24, 10/15/24, 11/20/24, 12/20/24, 1/24/25, 2/24/25. Requirement: Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)). The primary staff person or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements in subsection (a) are met. Correction: The director will record the monthly date when the fire detection device is testing. Director will test fire alarm exactly every 30 days. Director will use a fire sheet that is posted right next to the front door to monitor, check and log each testing. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).