YMCA OF ERIE/WATTSBURG ELEMENTARY

Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports (3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1))

The file for child #1, preschool aged, contains a current health report that was obtained greater than 12 months after the previous health report as evidenced by reports dated 10/17/2024 and 3/18/2026. Requirement: The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child. A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports. Correction: The plan of correction will ensure that all preschool children have a current physical on file that was completed within one year Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Training regarding plan (3270.27(c))

The file for staff person #1 contains current emergency plan training that was conducted greater than 12 months after the previous emergency plan training as evidenced by trainings conducted 8/27/2024 and 9/9/2025. Requirement: The operator shall assure that each facility person receives training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment, on an annual basis and at the time of each plan update. The operator shall document the date of each training and the names of all facility persons who received the training and kept on file at the facility. Correction: The plan of correction will include ensuring that all emergency plan training is completed within one year Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Comply with CPSL (3270.32(a))

The file for staff person #2 contains current mandated reporter training that was conducted greater than 60 months after the previous mandated reporter training as evidenced by training certificates dated 9/3/2020 and 9/9/2025. Requirement: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Correction: The plan of correction will ensure that all staff complete mandated reporter training within the required timeframes. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

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

The file for staff person #5, hire date (see IS code sheet) contains an FBI clearance obtained through the Dept. of Justice which is not valid for employment in child care under CPSL and is lacking the required DHS FBI 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 #5 may not work in a child care position at the facility. Correction: The plan of correction was having staff person #5 completing her FBI clearance through the department of Human Services. This was completed and filed in staff file on 4/20/26. 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 (3270.151(a)/3270.192(3))

The file for staff person #4 contains a current health assessment conducted greater than 24 months after the previous health assessment as evidenced by health assessments dated 9/6/2023 and 4/8/2026. 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: The plan of correction will ensure that all staff have a current health assessment on file that was completed within one year Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Locked cabinet (3270.183(a))

On the day of inspection observed the file cabinet containing child records was not locked. Requirement: Child records are confidential and shall be stored in a locked cabinet. Correction: The plan of correction was implemented by locating the file cabinet key and ensuring the cabinet is secured and locked Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Confidential; stored in locked cabinet (3270.193(a))

On the day of inspection observed the file cabinet containing staff records was not locked. Requirement: Facility persons' records are confidential and shall be stored in a locked cabinet. Correction: The plan of correction was implemented by locating the file cabinet key and ensuring the cabinet is secured and locked Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Locked or inaccessible (3270.66(a))

Observed a bottle of hand sanitizer labeled Keep Out of Reach of Children on a shelf accessible to 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: The plan of correction was implemented on 4/17/26 by ensuring the hand sanitizer bottle was stored in a locked cupboard. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Clean and good repair (3270.102(a))

Observed in the Preschool child care space, Pre-K Counts classroom and School Age child care space several plastic magna-tiles with cracked edges and exposed magnets. 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 plan of correction was completed by inspecting all Magna-Tiles in the facility and discarding any that were damaged, cracked, or unsafe for use. Inspection: Renewal. 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))

The fire alarm test log identifies that alarm tests exceeded 30 days between tests from 11/1/24 to 12/17/24 and from 12/17/24 to 2/27/25 and an annual fire system inspection report within the previous 12 months was not available. The operator was unable to demonstrate the alarm to be operational during the inspection due to being located in a school building and school classes were in session. 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: The operation of the fire alarm system was demonstrated through FaceTime on 4/22/25. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Refrigerator (3270.107)

Observed in the Room A-6 / Room A-7 child care space two refrigerators that were not operational. 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: YMCA maintenance staff have removed the refrigerator in Room A-6 from the premises on 4/24/25. The refrigerator in Room A-7 was serviced on 4/28/25 and parts were ordered to repair the refrigerator. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

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

The file for staff person #1, hire date (see IS code sheet), contains a child abuse clearance dated 6/28/2023 for the purpose of volunteer which is not accepted for child care employment under CPSL and contains a valid clearance dated 4/4/2025 which is after the hire date. The clearance is now current. 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 person #1 has a corrected and valid child abuse clearance in their file. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).