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Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months (3270.131(b)(2))

The file for child #2 who is a preschool aged child lacked a child health report that was completed in 2024. The child health reports in the file are dated 11/10/23 and 9/19/25. 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. Correction: The parents of child #2 have been notified and informed that they need to submit a child health report every year. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Infant: updated health report every 6 months (3270.131(b)(1))

The file for child #1 who is a young toddler lacked a child health report that was completed 6 months from the previous child health report. The child health reports in the file are dated 8/27/24 and 1/6/26. Requirement: The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddler. Correction: Child #1's parents have been contacted and informed that they need to submit their child's health assessments and immunizations every 6 months until they are an older toddler. 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 who was hired as a group supervisor on (See LIS Code Sheet) lacked a child abuse clearance and NSOR verification certificate that were completed 60 months from the previous child abuse clearance and NSOR verification certificate. The child abuse clearances in the file are dated 8/6/20 and 8/10/25. The NSOR verification certificates in the file are dated 6/1/20 and 6/12/25. The file for staff person #2 who was hired as an assistant group supervisor on (See LIS Code Sheet) lacked a valid state police clearance. The state police clearance did not have a disseminated date on it. The file for staff person #2 lacked a child abuse clearance and NSOR verification certificate that were completed 60 months from the previous child abuse clearance and NSOR verification certificate. The child abuse clearances in the file are dated 8/6/20 and 8/13/25. The NSOR verification certificates in the file are dated 6/1/20 and 6/12/25. The file for staff person #3 who was hired as an aide on (See LIS Code Sheet) lacked a valid disclosure statement. The signed and dated disclosure statement in the file was not the updated disclosure statement form from 1/1/25. The file for staff person #4 who was hired as an assistant group supervisor on (See LIS Code Sheet) lacked state police, child abuse, and FBI clearances that were completed 60 months from the previous clearances. The state police clearances in the file are dated 1/21/21 and 3/30/26. The child abuse clearances in the file are dated 1/21/21 and 3/30/26. The FBI clearances in the file are dated 1/21/21 and 4/3/26. The file for staff person #5 who was hired as a group supervisor on (See LIS Code Sheet) lacked a valid disclosure statement. The signed and dated disclosure statement in the file was not the updated disclosure statement form from 1/1/25. The file for staff person #6 who was hired as an assistant group supervisor on (See LIS Code Sheet) lacked a valid disclosure statement. The signed and dated disclosure statement in the file was not the updated disclosure statement form from 1/1/25. The file for staff person #7 who was hired as a group supervisor on (See LIS Code Sheet) lacked an NSOR verification certificate that was completed 60 months from the previous NSOR verification certificate. The NSOR verification certificates in the file are dated 6/1/20 and 8/6/25. 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: All clearances and disclosure statements have been updated. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Comply with CPSL/Exp, educ., training at facility (3270.32(a)/3270.192(2)(iii))

The file for staff person #4 lacked mandated reporter training that was completed 60 months from the previous mandated reporter training. The mandated reporter training in the file is dated 1/27/21 and 3/31/26. Requirement: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility. Correction: Staff person #4 has completed their mandated reporter training and has been informed about completing it before it expires in 60 months. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Age and Training (3270.31(e)(4)(i))

The file for staff person #4 lacked current pediatric first-aid and CPR training that was renewed prior to its expiration date of 1/27/26. Requirement: Competence is the completion of training by a professional in the field of first-aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (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 person #4 has obtained their pediatric first aid and CPR training and will make sure to renew it before it expires in 2 years. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Health information (3270.131(a))

The file for child #1 lacked a child health report that was completed no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility (See LIS Code Sheet). The child health report in the file was dated 4/3/24. Requirement: The operator shall require the parent of an enrolled child, including a child, a foster child and a relative of an operator or a facility person, to provide an initial health report no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility. Correction: We have received an updated health assessment and will be sure to have all new students submit their health assessment within their first 60 days. 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 Drill and Fire Detection 30-day smoke detector check log was observed. There were 50 days between 9/25/24 -11/14/24, 50 days between 11/14/24 - 1/3/25, and 49 days between 1/3/25 - 2/21/25. 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: The smoke alarm has been tested and we will continue to do so every 30 days. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Two written references (3270.192(5))

The file for staff person #4 lacked two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. Requirement: A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. Correction: Staff person #4 has submitted 2 letters of reference and they have been placed in their file. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Age appropriate screenings complete (3270.131(d)(8))

The file for child #2 lacked a health report that included a statement that age-appropriate screenings recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics were conducted since the time of the previous health report required by this section. Requirement: A health report shall include a statement that age-appropriate screenings recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics were conducted since the time of the previous health report required by this section. Correction: The doctor has submitted an updated health report verifying that they did complete a health screening and are allowed to be in child care. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months (3270.131(b)(2))

The file for child #3 who is a preschool child lacked a child health report that was completed 12 months from the previous child health report. The child health reports in the file were dated 4/25/23 and 5/13/24. 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. Correction: Child #3 has submitted their updated health report and the parents have been notified about submitting a yearly child Health Report within the year. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Infant: updated health report every 6 months/Initial and subsequent health reports (3270.131(b)(1)/3270.182(1))

The file for child #4 who is a young toddler lacked a child health report that was completed in the last 6 months. The child health report in the file was dated 3/7/24. Requirement: The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddler. A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports. Correction: Child #4 has submitted an updated child health report and it has been placed in their file. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

HS/GED/Exp, educ., training prior to facility (3270.37(b)(1)/3270.192(2)(ii))

The file for staff person #4 lacked a high school diploma. Requirement: An aide shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility. Correction: Staff person #4 has brought in a copy of their high school diploma and it is in their file. 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 who was hired on (See LIS Code Sheet) lacked an NSOR verification certificate that was completed 60 months from the previous NSOR verification certificate. The NSOR verification certificates in the file are dated 11/6/19 and 4/18/25. The file for staff person #2 who was hired on (See LIS Code Sheet) lacked State Police, Child Abuse, and FBI clearances that were completed 60 months from the previous clearances. The State Police clearances in the file are dated 10/22/19 and 10/30/24. The Child Abuse clearances in the file are dated 11/1/19 and 11/6/24. The FBI clearances in the file are dated 10/29/19 and 11/5/24. 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 persons have received their updated clearances and will complete them before their renewal date in the future. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Age and Training (3270.31(e)(4)(i))

The file for staff person #3 lacked pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) that was renewed before the expiration of the previous training. The pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) trainings in the file were dated 5/14/22 and 7/20/24. Requirement: Competence is the completion of training by a professional in the field of first-aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (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 person #3 has completed their CPR and Pediatric First Aid Training and will complete it before their renewal date in the future. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).