Early Years Community Learning Centers

Health information (3270.131(a))

The file for child #2 lacked a child health report that was completed 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility on 2/3/25. The child health report in the file is dated 5/29/25. 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: Operator has acquired health report for child #2 Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

No peeling paint or plaster (3270.77(a))

In the outdoor play space along the wooden fence there were several areas observed to have peeling paint. Requirement: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility. Correction: Operator has painted the fence in which the paint was peeling, will attach pictures. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Has all items (3270.75(c))

In the Toddler classroom, the first aid kit was observed to be missing scissors. 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: Operator has replaced the missing scissors in the first aid kit in the toddler room. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Arts and crafts non-toxic (3270.66(e))

In the Starbright classroom two cans of Barbasol shaving foam were observed. The cans were not labeled that they were nontoxic. Requirement: Arts and crafts materials shall be nontoxic. Correction: Operator has disposed of the two cans of shaving cream found in the starbright classroom. 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 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 #2 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 #3 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. 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 #--- may not work in a child care position at the facility. Correction: Operator has updated all disclosure forms for staff person's 1-3 to the form dated 1/1/25. 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 #2 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 5/29/25 and 3/13/26. 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: Operator has required all parents/guardians of young toddlers to receive a child health report every 6 months. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos (3270.124(f)/3270.181(c))

The file for child #1 lacked a six-month update in writing by the parent to the emergency contact form and agreement form that was completed 6 months from the previous update. The updates in the file were dated 7/20/25 and 5/7/26. Requirement: The parent shall update in writing emergency contact information once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information. 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: Operator has had parent of child #1 update emergency contact and financial agreement. 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 file for staff person #2 lacked a health assessment that was completed 24 months from the previous health assessment. The health assessments in the file are dated 1/26/23 and 3/3/25. The file for staff person #3 lacked a health assessment that was completed 24 months from the previous health assessment. The health assessments in the file are dated 10/3/22 and 2/27/25. 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: Health assessments are in the files. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Original label (3270.133(5))

In the Pre-K classroom in the locked medication box Albuterol was observed for a child that expired on 11/2023. Requirement: Medication shall be stored in accordance with the manufacturer's or health professional's instructions on the original label. Correction: The expired box of Albuterol medication was disposed of. 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 #2 that is an older toddler lacked an updated health report. The health report in the file is dated 3/22/24. 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: An updated health report was received. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Written emergency plan posted (3270.124(e))

The Pre-K children were on the Gym Bus it was observed a written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency did not accompany the staff person who was on the Gym Bus with the children. Requirement: A written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency shall be displayed conspicuously in every child care space and shall accompany a staff person who leaves on an excursion with children. Correction: The written plan was in the emergency bag that was taken outside to the gym bus with the emergency contact forms. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Excursions (3270.124(d))

The Pre-K children were on the Gym Bus it was observed that emergency contact information specific to each child on the excursion did not accompany a staff person on the excursion. Requirement: When children leave the facility on walking and riding excursions, emergency contact information specific to each child on the excursion shall accompany a staff person on the excursion. Correction: An emergency bag with emergency contact information for all of the children was taken out to the gym bus. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Information re: special needs (3270.124(b)(5))

The file for child #3 lacked emergency contact information that included information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant or CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation. Requirement: Emergency contact information must include information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant or CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation. Correction: The necessary information was filled out on the emergency contact form. 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))

The files for children #2 and #3 lacked emergency contact information that included written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care prior to admission. 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: Written consent was received for the emergency contact forms. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Clean and good repair (3270.102(a))

In the Pre-K classroom a plastic toy bin was observed to be cracked causing rough edges, sharp corners, and pinch and crush points. In the Pre-K classroom three plastic magnetic tiles were observed to be broken causing rough edges and sharp corners. 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 plastic toy bin and plastic magnetic tiles were removed and thrown away. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Handwashing signs (3270.82(h))

In the Teddy Bears classroom in the children's restroom two handwashing signs were observed to not be posted above the two toilets. In the Toddler classroom a handwashing sign was observed to not be posted above the changing table. Requirement: A facility person and an able child shall wash his hands after toileting and before eating. A sign on which this requirement is written shall be posted at each toilet, training chair, diapering area and sink in the facility. Correction: Handwashing signs were placed above the two toilets and the changing table. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Building Surfaces (3270.76)

In the Starbright classroom in the children's restroom three ceramic tiles were observed to be broken causing a visible hazard. 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 ceramic tiles were covered to reduce the immediate hazard to the children. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

On excursions (3270.75(d))

The Pre-K children were on the Gym Bus and it was observed that a first-aid kit did not accompany the children and facility person. Requirement: One first-aid kit per child care group must accompany children and facility persons on excursions from the facility. Each first aid kit taken on an excursion must contain a bottle of water in addition to the items specified at §3270.75(c). Correction: A first-aid kit was taken out to the gym bus. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Has all items (3270.75(c))

In the Pre-K classroom in the emergency go bag the first-aid kit 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: A pair of gloves was placed in the first-aid kit. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less (3270.65)

In the Starbright classroom by the telephone one outlet was observed to be missing a protective receptacle cover accessible to children 5 years of age or younger. In the Pre-K classroom a power strip on the filing cabinet was observed to be missing four protective receptacle covers accessible to children 5 years of age or younger. Requirement: Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger. Correction: Outlets were covered. 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 reported training that was completed 60 months from the previous mandated reporter training. The mandated reporter trainings in the file are dated 3/2/20 and 3/17/25. 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: Employee completed the mandated reporter training. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Health and Safety Training (3270.31(f))

Staff person #1 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (See LIS code sheet): Pediatric First-Aid and CPR in an approved curriculum with a PQAS trainer. Requirement: Staff person shall complete professional development in the topics of 3270.31(f)(1 -- 10) within 90 days of hire. Until the required training has been completed, staff person #must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an AGS who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff available to supervise staff person #1, staff person #1 may not work in a child-care position at the facility. Correction: Employee will remain supervised with a CPR certified employee until they have completed their pediatric first aid and CPR in an approved curriculum with a PQAS trainer. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

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

Staff person #1 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #1 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Pediatric First-Aid and CPR in an approved curriculum with a PQAS instructor. 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. Until such time as the required pre-service trainings are completed, staff person #1 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an AGS who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise staff person #1, staff person #1 may not work in a child-care position at the facility. Correction: The employee was removed from the classroom by themselves and put in the infant classroom with a supervised, CPR trained employee. 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))

The files for children #2 and #3 lacked signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff prior to admission. 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: The signatures from the parent were obtained for the emergency contact form for the administration of minor first aid procedures by facility staff. 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 log was observed for the 30 day smoke detector checks. There were 62 days between 11/1/24 and 1/2/25. 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 fire drill was done and the fire detection log was completed. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).