GREATER PITTSTON YMCA EARLY LEARNING CENTER

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

During renewal inspection, child files were reviewed. Child #2 & #3 did not have the release person's address listed on the emergency contact sheet. 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: Director and assistant director obtained the release person's address and marked it on the emergency contact sheets. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Services proceeded (3270.123(a)(3))

During renewal inspection, child files were reviewed. Child #1 did not have any child service reports on file. Requirement: 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 in § 3270.124(f) (relating to emergency contact information). Correction: Following the inspection at pick up, director had Child #1 parent sign their service report. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Refrigerator (3270.107)

During renewal inspection, it was observed in the OT room that there was not a thermometer in the refrigerator that is utilized for children's food. 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: Immediately following inspection, a thermometer was put in the refrigerator. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Emergency Numbers Posted/Has all items (3270.74/3270.75(c))

During renewal inspection, each classroom was observed. The preschool room did not have emergency contact numbers posted. The transition room's first aid kit did not contain soap. Requirement: The telephone number of the nearest hospital, police department, fire department, ambulance and poison control center shall be posted by each telephone in the facility. 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: Director posted emergency contact numbers in preschool immediately following the inspection. Director also provided soap to the first aid kit in the transition room. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

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

During renewal inspection, staff files were reviewed. Staff #1's previous child abuse clearance is dated for 8/5/2020. An updated clearance was not obtained until 4/13/2026. Staff #1's previous FBI clearance is dated for 9/16/2020. An updated clearance was not obtained until 4/19/2026. These dates indicate that the clearances were not updated within the 60-month requirement. Staff #1's current NSOR clearance is dated for 2/19/2025. Staff #1's hire date is 2/7/25, which indicates the NSOR clearance was not obtained prior to working with children. 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. TIERED LIS: 1. 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. This portion shall have an immediate correction date. 2. The legal entity must create a written policy that will define how they will keep track of all clearances, trainings, and necessary documentation pertaining to the CPSL. The legal entity will need to review this policy regularly to ensure compliance. This policy must be approved by DHS before implementation. The operator shall provide a date for when this policy will be created. Correction: Operator will comply with CPSL (5/15/26). Child Care Director reviewed the staff google doc and saw that Staff #1 was out of compliance. Director had Staff #1 obtain clearances once realized they were expired. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Written record (3270.94(a)(9))

During unannounced investigation, fire safety logs were requested. The director had a timeline spread sheet on her computer of the drills being completed, however, did not have all of the necessary information that pairs with the drills, such as hypothetical location, evacuation time, & the number of children and participating facility persons Requirement: The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that a written record is maintained on file at the facility indicating the specific time of day of the drill, the hypothetical location of the fire, the evacuation time, and the names of the facility persons and the number of children who participate in the fire drill. Correction: Only log Fire Drills on the fire log form to make sure all information is there. Inspection: Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

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

During unannounced investigation, it was observed that Staff #2 had a health assessment form on file dated for 11/3/22. This date indicates that an updated form was not obtained prior to Staff #2 working with children. (See code sheet for date of hire). 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: If a staff already has a health assessment prior to being hired, dates on health assessments will be checked before the staff starts working with children. If a staff does not have a heath assessment prior to being hired, the staff will be required to obtain a health assessment prior to starting work. Inspection: Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

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

During unannounced investigation, it was observed in the preschool room that Staff #1 & #2 were unable to name the children in their groups. Requirement: Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises. Correction: Each teacher now has a lanyard with cards of face to name recognition, along with allergies and the child's birthdates on the lanyard. This way they know who they have at all times. Inspection: Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

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

During renewal inspection it was observed that the following dates indicate that fire alarm testing was not done within the 30-day requirement: 7/12/24, 8/12/24, 10/7/24, 11/11/24, 3/7/25, 4/9/25. 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 Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met. Correction: Director will conduct fire drills every 20 days to ensure compliance is met with both fire drills and fire alarm testing. Director will track this by putting it on her calendar. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Emergency plan (3270.27(a)(6))

During renewal inspection, it was observed that the facility did not have documentation of any annual emergency drills completed. Requirement: Emergency drills shall be conducted annually. Annual emergency drills shall be documented and on file at the facility. Correction: Director printed out the emergency drill log from the dhs website while inspector was present. director will schedule will schedule to do an emergency drill within the next 2-3 weeks. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Signed /Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos (3270.123(a)/3270.181(c))

During renewal inspection, it was observed that Child #1 and Child #3's financial agreement was not updated within the required 6-month period. The following was also observed: Child #1's financial agreement was not signed by the operator or parent. Child #2 and #4's agreement was not signed by the operator. Requirement: An agreement shall be signed by the operator and the parent. 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 utilizes a checklist during enrollment to ensure all paperwork is completed. This paperwork is dropped off in person. Director will review paperwork and the checklist prior to parents leaving to ensure all necessary information is filled out. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

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

During renewal inspection, it was observed that Staff person #1 did not complete the required one-hour 2022 update to the health and safety training by 12/30/2022. 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: Director will complete new Part 1 and Part 2 Health and safety training. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).