SMART KIDS CHILD CARE LEARNING CENTER INC

Clean and good repair (3270.102(a))

A torn area was observed on a green nylon crawl through tunnel in the gym. The tear resulted in a gap between the fabric and wire frame. 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 tunnel was thrown away during inspection. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Handwashing signs (3270.82(h))

Handwashing signs were not posted at toilets in the following restrooms; EHS Toddler room, Toddler Twos , and the gym. 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: Signs were placed at all of the toilets in EHS, Toddler two room and the gym. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

No peeling paint or plaster (3270.77(a))

Peeling paint was observed on the gate between playgrounds. Requirement: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility. Correction: The peeling paint will be removed and gate pole will be repainted. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

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

Three cans of Barbasol shaving cream were observed in the storage closets of the school age room and the Pre-K room. The cans were labeled keep out of reach of children. Based on statements made by staff, the shaving cream has been used by children during art projects. Requirement: Arts and crafts materials shall be nontoxic. Correction: All three cans of shaving cream were removed from the closets and thrown away. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

General Health and Safety (3270.21)

A stapler and a jaw style staple remover with sharp ends were accessible to preschool children receiving care in the school age room. The items were located in an unlocked drawer. Requirement: Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. Correction: The stapler and jaw style staple remover were both removed from the unlocked drawer and placed in a locked closet that the children do not have access to. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

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

The emergency contact forms for children #3 and #4 did not include information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent or physician. The boxes intended for this information on the form were left blank. 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 Director met with the mother's of both children and had them review the form and complete the missing information. Updated forms were sent to our Certification Representative. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Plan posted (3270.27(d))

The emergency plan was not posted in a conspicuous location at the time of the inspection. Requirement: The operator shall post the emergency plan in the facility at a conspicuous location. Correction: A sign has been posted in our lobby stating "A copy of our Emergency Plan is located in the office in the Emergency Operations Binder. You may review our Emergency Plan upon request. Please see Director, to review our plan." Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Building Surfaces (3270.76)

A stained ceiling tile was observed in the small restroom in the school age room. Bent metal siding, which caused the sharp corner to face into the play space, was observed near the rear gate of the toddler playground. 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 stained ceiling tile was removed and replaced with a new tile. The metal siding on the building in the toddler play space was bent back and secured into place. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Handwashing signs (3270.82(h))

The restroom in the gym lacked posted handwashing signs. 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: The handwashing sign was put back on the wall. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Clean and good repair (3270.102(a))

A broken plastic bin with sharp edges was observed in the school age room. 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 broken toy bin was removed from the classroom during inspection and thrown away. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Insurance coverage information (3270.124(b)(6))

The emergency contact form for child #1 did not include the health insurance policy number for the child . Requirement: Emergency contact information must include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable. Correction: The health insurance information was added to the form during the inspection. 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))

The files for children #2 and #3, both preschoolers, contained consecutive health reports dated more than 12 months apart. The most recent health reports on file for both children are now current. 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: Both children had updated health reports in their files during inspection. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).