SWEET PEA CHILDCARE

FIRE DETECTION/Staff responsibility (3280.95(a)/3280.95(b))

The fire detection log test dates of 12/12/2025 and 01/14/2026 are greater than the 30-day testing requirement. 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 primary staff person or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements in subsection (a) are met Correction: We performed a test in February on the 13th to ensure we stay in compliance. Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

CPSL information (3280.192(4))

The records for facility person #1 and facility person #2 did not include the PA State Clearance certificate required under the CPSL. Records from renewal inspection on 06/16/2025 indicate PA State Clearance certificates for staff #1 and staff #2 were in the records at that time. Requirement: 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: Clearance has been printed and placed in both staff 1 and 2 file again. Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less (3280.65)

The outlet between the sink and the child eating table had an open outlet with no protective receptacle cover and was 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: Outlet was uncovered because the tablets were about to be charged. Outlet was covered back that day. Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

No peeling paint or plaster (3280.77(a))

Observed peeling paint on both sides of the toilet in the restroom. Requirement: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility. Correction: Peeling paint in bathroom has been fixed and painted. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety (3280.14/3280.20)

Staff person #3 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #3 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Health and Safety Training, Pediatric First Aid/CPR, Mandated Reporter Training. 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 #3 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by a primary staff person who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise staff person #3, staff person #3 may not work in a child-care position at the facility. Correction: Staff member is not working unsupervised until she has obtained CPR trainings and health and safety trainings. She has completed mandated reporter training. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Age and training (3280.31(e)(4)(i))

Staff Person #2 has not completed Pediatric First Aid/CPR training on or before expiration of the most current certification. This is evidenced by the most previously documented Pediatric First Aid/CPR training on file expiring 5/18/25. Documentation of updated Pediatric First Aid/CPR training is not on file. Requirement: Competence is the completion of training by a professional in the field of first-aid and 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. Until such time as the required pre-service trainings are completed, staff person #2 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by a primary staff person who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise staff person #2, staff person #2 may not work in a child-care position at the facility. Correction: Staff menwvwr has complete CPR trainings. She didn't return until it was completed. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Comply with CPSL/CPSL information (3280.32(a)/3280.192(4))

The file for Staff Person #1 did not include documentation of an NSOR Certificate acquired within the past 60 months. 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 #1may not work in a child care position at the facility. Correction: NSOR was obtained. Staff member didn't return to facility until NSOR was received. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Each staff person meets quals/Transcript, diploma and letters (3280.33(a)/3280.192(2)(iv))

The file for Staff Person #3 lacks documentation of education and experience. Requirement: A staff person or a substitute staff person shall meet one of the applicable staff qualifications for the position in which the person is performing. A facility person's record shall include acceptable verification of experience, education or training is a transcript or a diploma or a letter signed by a representative of the experiential, educational or training entity. Correction: Staff member is from another country and does not have access to educational records. Experience has been placed in file along with recommendations. Staff member #3 will try to obtain record of education. She graduated in 1978 in Jamaica. Will provide documentation that we tried to obtain record. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Large muscle space provided (3280.62(a))

The facility does not have an indoor or outdoor play space. At the time of the renewal inspection, the LE disclosed that the landlord informed LE the facility could no longer utilize the outdoor fenced area. Requirement: A facility shall provide outdoor or indoor play space to be used for large muscle activity which includes running, jumping, climbing and riding. Correction: Wall will be built in back portion of facility, the wall will be 50% of room. Will not be completed until 8-3-2025 Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less (3280.65)

The electrical outlet next to the toy cabinet across from the entrance lacked a protective receptacle cover. Requirement: Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger. Correction: Outlet cover was put it immediately upon notification. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Locked or inaccessible - in original container (3280.66(a))

Observed hand sanitizer, which was accessible to children, on the staff table. Requirement: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be stored in an original labeled container or in a container that specifies the content. Toxics shall be kept in a locked area or in an area inaccessible to children, and shall be stored away from food, food preparation areas and child care spaces. Correction: Toxic chemicals where places in locked kitchen not accessible to children. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Building Surfaces (3280.76)

Observed a wobbly toy cabinet, which creates a potential toppling hazard, across from the entrance to the main room. Observed ceiling tiles, discolored from water damage, next to the ceiling vent in the kitchen and around the ceiling vent in the bathroom. The baby gate was broken in two spots, which creates sharp, rough edges. 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: Products have been removed from Cabinet and new cabinet has been purchased. Water-stained panels have been painted as well as chipping paint around bathroom toilet. Baby gate has been fixed and sharp edges are no longer. Monthly walk throughs of facility will be done to check for hazards and damage in childcare space. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Services proceeded (3280.123(a)(3))

The file for Child #3, who has been enrolled for more than 6 months, did not include a child service report. Requirement: An agreement shall specify 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 at § 3280.124(f). Correction: Child service report has been completed and signed off by parent. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Parent receives original/Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original. (3280.123(b)/3280.182(8))

The files for Child #1 and #2 did not include a copy of initial and/or subsequent fee agreements. Requirement: A parent shall receive the original agreement. The facility shall retain a copy of the agreement. A child's record must contain a copy of the initial agreement and subsequent written agreements between the parent and the operator. The parent receives the original agreement. Correction: Agreement has been placed In file. Parent has original and copy has been placed in file. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Parent home/work address, phone (3280.124(b)(3))

The emergency contact forms in the files for Child #1 and #2 did not include the enrolling parent's home address, work address or work phone number. The emergency contact form in the file for Child #4 did not include the enrolling parent's work phone number. Requirement: Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent. Correction: Parents have been contacted and all information has been added. Child 1 and 2 parent does not have an applicable phone number and work address. Child #4 work phone number is personal telephone number. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Health Information/Initial and subsequent health assessments (3280.131(a)/3280.182(1))

The files for Child #1, #2 and #4, who have been enrolled for more than 6 months, did not include an initial health report. 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. A child's record must contain initial and subsequent health reports. Correction: Parents were informed and health reports were received for child 1,2 and 4. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

FIRE DETECTION/Staff responsibility (3280.95(a)/3280.95(b))

The fire drill/fire system check log documents five occasions when fire system checks exceeded 30 days: 7/2-8/5, 10/2-11/3, 12/2-1/5, 3/5-4/7, and 4/7-5/9. 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 primary staff person or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements in subsection (a) are met. Correction: Fire system will be check every 30 days. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Two written references (3280.192(5))

The file for Staff Person #3 lacks two written letters of reference. 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: Two letters of reference have been placed in staff number 2 file. One from owner of previous employment at daycare and another from being a nanny. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission (3280.182(3))

The emergency contact forms in the files for Child #1 and #2 did not contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Requirement: A child's record must contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission. Correction: Parents has reviewed emergency contact and signed off on consent for medical emergency. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos (3280.181(c))

The emergency contact forms in the files for Child #1 and #2, who have been enrolled for more than 6 months, have not been updated by the parents. The emergency contact form and fee agreement in the file for Child #3 have not been updated by the parent in the last six months. Requirement: 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: Emergency contact forms have been reviwed and updtaed by parents of child 1,2 and 3. 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 (3280.151(a)/3280.192(3))

The file for Staff Person #2 lacks an updated health assessment conducted within the past 24 months. 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: Health assessment was done the day after 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 assessments (3280.131(b)(2)/3280.182(1))

The file for Child #3, a preschool child, did not include an updated health report conducted within the past 12 months. 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 must contain initial and subsequent health reports. Correction: Parent was contacted and they sent a new health report immediately. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Insurance coverage information (3280.124(b)(6))

The emergency contact forms in the files for Child #1 and #2 did not include the health insurance coverage and policy number. The emergency contact form in the file for Child #3 did not include the policy number. 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: Parents have be contacted and policy numbers and health insurance coverage have been obtained Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Physician name, address, phone (3280.124(b)(2))

The emergency contact form in the file for Child #2 did not include the address of the physician or source of medical care. Requirement: Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care. Correction: Name, address and phone number of physician has been written on emergency contact form. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).