JEANNETTE EARLY CARE & EDUCATION CENTER

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

The emergency contact form for Child #1 lacked the addresses for the release persons listed. Requirement: Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. Correction: Upon the parent retrieving Child #1 at the end of the program day on 5/13/26, the Family Resource Specialist had the parent complete their emergency contact form by adding the addresses of the release persons that were listed on the form. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Parent receives original (3270.123(b))

The file for Child #1 was observed to contain an original agreement. Requirement: A parent shall receive the original agreement. The facility shall retain a copy of the agreement. Correction: Upon notification of the violation, the Family Resource Specialist made a copy of the original agreement for Child# 1. At the child's pick-up time on 5/13/26, the Family Resource Specialist then hand delivered the original agreement to Child#1's parent/guardian. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Clean, age appropriate (3270.106(a))

The rest equipment in Classroom 12 (Room #103) was observed to have a number written on the rest equipment but lacked identification in the classroom as to what number belonged to a specific child. Requirement: Individual, clean, age-appropriate rest equipment shall be provided for preschool, toddler and infant children as agreed between the child's parent and the operator. The rest equipment shall be labeled for the use of a specific child and used only by the specified child. Correction: Upon notification of this violation, our Classroom Support Staff added the assigned numeral to the coordinating child's name located on the shelf labels of the rest equipment in Classroom 12(Rom #103). Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Clean and good repair (3270.102(a))

In Classroom 12 (Room #103), a small plastic bin was observed to have a crack down the side causing sharp edges and a potential pinch pint. The cracked bin was on a low shelf and accessible to children receiving care in the space. 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: Upon notification of this violation, the Teacher Assistant from Classroom 12 (Room #103) immediately discarded of the cracked plastic bin and replaced this bin with a new storage bin. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Has all items (3270.75(c))

The first aid kit in Classroom 12 (Room #103) was observed to be missing gloves. Requirement: A first-aid kit must contain the following: soap, an assortment of adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, tweezers, tape, scissors and disposable, nonporous gloves. Correction: Upon notification of this violation, the Teacher Assistant from Classroom 12 (Room #103) immediately added a new pair of latex gloves to the first aid kit. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Locked or inaccessible (3270.66(a))

Tubes of toothpaste were observed on a low shelf next to the sink area is Classroom #15 (Room # 105). The toothpaste tubes were labeled Keep Out of Reach of Children under the age of 6. Preschool age children were observed to be receiving care in the space. Requirement: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children. Correction: Upon notification of this violation, the toothpaste was removed from the low shelf and immediately relocated to a shelf out of the reach of children. This shelf is also locked using a child safety lock. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Locked cabinet (3270.183(a))

In Classrooms 101, 102 and 103, child records were observed to be stored in unlocked filing cabinets. Requirement: Child records are confidential and shall be stored in a locked cabinet. Correction: Immediately upon notification of this violation, each room (101,102, and 103) locked their filing cabinets containing child files. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

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

The file for Staff Person #1 lacked verification of 1 year of experience or an additional 9 college credits to qualify them as an AGS, as they were reported to be performing. Without the verification of experience or additional college credits, Staff Person #1 qualifies as an Aide. Requirement: A staff person or a substitute staff person shall meet one of the applicable staff qualifications for the position in which the person is performing. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility. Correction: Staff Person #1 completed and turned in the Child Care Verification Forms verifying that she has over 1 years of experience. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less (3270.65)

An uncovered extension outlet was observed on the end of string lights plugged in in Classroom 103. Requirement: Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger. Correction: Upon notification of this violation, the Center Director retrieved an outlet cover and placed on the end of the stringed lights. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Locked or inaccessible (3270.66(a))

The cabinet under the sink in Classroom 103 that contained cleaning materials to include bleach, disinfecting wipes and cleaners and spic and span was observed to be unlocked. The cleaning materials were all labeled Keep 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: Upon the inspector notifying me of this violation, a new safety lock was added to the cabinet in Classroom 103. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Original container (3270.66(b))

A disinfecting solution was observed in a Classroom cabinet in Room 102 above packages of fruit cups and bagged snacks. Disinfecting wipes were observed above breakfast buns in the cabinet above the sink in Classroom 103. Requirement: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be stored in an original labeled container or in a container that specifies the content. Toxics shall be stored away from food, food preparation areas and child care spaces. Correction: The disinfecting solution from Classroom 102 and the disinfecting wipes from Classroom 103 were immediately removed and added to the specific locations intended for cleaning supplies in each of the rooms. These areas separate from food, locked and kept out of reach of children. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Clean and good repair (3270.102(a))

One cracked bin with a potential pinch point was observed in Classroom 102. 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: Upon inspector's discovery of the cracked bin, staff removed the item from the room immediately and discarded the bin in the garbage. Toys were placed into a new crack-free bin. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Parent receives original (3270.123(b))

The file for Child #1 was observed to contain an original agreement form. Requirement: A parent shall receive the original agreement. The facility shall retain a copy of the agreement. Correction: The Family Resource Specialist made a copy of the original agreement form for Child #1 and then delivered the original copy to Child #1s parents when they picked up their child on 5/8/2025. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

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

The emergency contact form on file for Child #2 lacked the addresses for two of the release persons listed. Requirement: Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. Correction: The Family Resource Specialist (FRS) met with Child#2s parent at pickup on 5/8/25 and had the parent add in the addresses of the two release persons listed. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

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

The health assessments on file for Staff Person #2 exceeded 24 months between examinations on 6.6.22 and 9.19.24. 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. Correction: Staff #2 completed health assessment on 9.19.24, therefore rectifying the lack of a current health assessment. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

General Health and Safety (3270.21)

A pair of adult scissors were observed in a cup on the filing table at the entrance in Classroom 103. The scissors would be accessible to Preschool Age Children who receive care in the space. Requirement: Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. Correction: Upon receiving notification of this violation, the scissors were immediately removed from the cup, and placed in the locked closet in Classroom 103. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Supervised at all times (3270.113(a))

On 2/10/25 at approximately 10:13am, 3 staff persons and 13 children were observed in the indoor play space. Staff person #1 identified 4 young toddlers in their assigned group of children they were supervising. Staff person #2 identified 2 young toddlers and 1 older toddler, and staff person #3 identified 1 infant, 1 young toddler, and 1 older toddler. Children #1, #2, and #3 were observed not to be assigned under any staff persons supervision. When questioned if any staff person was assigned supervision of child #1, #2, and #3, staff person #1 said staff person #4 was assigned the group of children but was said to be on a 15-minute break and they didn't have the children's supervision tags. Requirement: Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises. Correction: Upon recognition of citation, Facility Person #1 and #4 were presented with a formal discussion note, documenting what concerns were discovered with their actions regarding supervision during the DHS Inspection on 2.10.25. Facility Persons #2 and #3 were given verbal warnings discussing the same information but pertaining to their involvement or lack thereof. Immediately upon citation, staff person #4 returned from break and was assigned children #1, #2 and #3 to supervise. Inspection: Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).