THE GINGERBREAD HOUSE

Services considered extra (3270.123(a)(7))

At the time of the inspection, the financial agreement of child #1-10 did not specify the services which are to be considered as extra. Requirement: An agreement shall specify the services which are to be considered as extra. Correction: All children's files listed above have been filled out correctly as noted above. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Services proceeded (3270.123(a)(3))

At the time of the inspection, the file of child #1 did not include a child service report. 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: A service report for the child mentioned above was completed and reviewed and signed by the parent Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

No peeling paint or plaster (3270.77(a))

At the time of the inspection, peeled paint was observed in rooms 3 (green wall), 5 (window frame and side wall), 4, 10 & 11 (Imagination wall). Requirement: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility. Correction: All walls that have chipped or peeled paint will be repainted. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Special diet - parent's instructions (3270.133(8))

At the time of the inspection, staff #1 confirmed the special diet plan was not followed for child #1. Staff #1 offered a snack that contains milk. Requirement: If a special diet is prescribed for a child and if the diet is administered to the child, written instructions and the parent's written consent shall be retained in the child's file. Correction: If a child has a special diet plan the teacher is to follow the plan. The child is to be given ONLY his foods that the parents bring in. Inspection: Complaints- Legal Location. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Has all items (3270.75(c))

At the time of the inspection, the first aid kit in the pavilion did not include a tweezer. Non-compliance was corrected on site. 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: Provider placed a tweezer in the first aid kit. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission (3270.182(5))

At the time of the inspection, the file of child #2 did not include a signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures. Requirement: A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission. Correction: Director had the parent of child #2 sign for the administrations of minor first-aid procedures. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

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

At the time of the inspection, the health assessment of child #2 was dated 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. A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports. Correction: Director reached out to the parents of child #2 to obtain a current health report. The child will be getting his next health report on July 1st. Child #2 currently does not attend the center for the summer months. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission (3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3))

At the time of the inspection, the file of child #2 did not include written consent signed by parent for emergency medical care. Requirement: Emergency contact information must include the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care. A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission. Correction: Director had the parent sign the emergency medical care portion of the emergency contact. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Child's name, birth date (3270.124(b)(1))

At the time of the inspection, the file of child #1 did not include the birth date on the emergency contact. Non-compliance was corrected on site. Requirement: Emergency contact information must include the name and birth date of the child. Correction: The birth date of the child was written on the emergency contact. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Building Surfaces (3270.76)

At the time of the inspection, the playground chain linked fence had wires protruding at the bottom. The chain link fence at the corner had a break in the fence line, preventing a continuous, connected structure. Requirement: Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards. Correction: The fence will be completely replaced with new chain link to eliminate the sharp edges and the hole that was observed. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Locked or inaccessible (3270.66(a))

At the time of the inspection, in room #5 diaper cream was observed in a location accessible to children. Non-compliance was corrected on site. Requirement: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children. Correction: Provider moved the diaper cream in a location that is inaccessible to children. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less (3270.65)

At the time of the inspection, an uncovered electrical outlet was observed in the infant room and room #9. Non-compliance was corrected on site. Requirement: Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger. Correction: Provider placed a cover for the electrical outlet in the infant room and room #9. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

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

At the time of the inspection, the file of staff #1 include an NSOR clearance dated 1/22/20, the file of staff #2 included an NSOR clearance dated 1/16/20 and the file of staff #3 included an NSOR clearance dated 1/13/20. Requirement: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person #1, #2, and #3 may not work in a child care position at the facility until completed NSOR results are obtained. A facility's person record shall include a copy of the completed clearance information required under CPSL. Correction: The director submitted NSOR clearances for the listed employees on 6/3/25. All NSOR clearances have been obtained and placed in each staff file. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).