MARTIN LUTHER KING CHILD CARE CENTER

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

3rd Citation: 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: 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 #1 must be supervised, when interacting with children at a minimum by, an AGS who has completed all preservice trainings and has all qualifications to care for children unsupervised. 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: Staff person #1 will be removed from a childcare position if the training is not completed by 6/19/26. Staff person #1 will continue to be supervised until the training is completed. Inspection: Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Health and Safety Training (3270.31(f))

3rd Citation: Staff person #1 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Mandated Reporter Training. Requirement: taff person(s) 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 #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 available to supervise staff person #1, staff person #1 may not work in a child-care position at the facility. Correction: Staff person #1 will be removed from a childcare position if the training is not completed by 6/19/26. Staff person #1 will continue to be supervised until the training is completed. Inspection: Unannounced Monitoring. 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 #1 who was hired as an assistant group supervisor on (See LIS Code Sheet) lacked mandated reporter training. 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 #1 will be removed from a childcare position if the training is not completed by 6/19/26. Staff person #1 will continue to be supervised until the training is completed. Inspection: Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

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

2nd Citation: 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: Mandated Reporter Training and PA Required Health and Safety for Centers-Group Child Care Part 1 and Part 2. 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 at a minimum by, an AGS who has completed all preservice trainings and has all qualifications to care for children unsupervised. 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: Staff person #1 completed the Health and Safety training Part 1 on 5/3/26 and Part 2 on 5/6/26. Staff person #1 is still working on completing the mandated reporter training and will be supervised by a staff person with the training until the training is completed. Inspection: Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Health and Safety Training (3270.31(f))

2nd Citation: Staff person #1 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Mandated Reporter Training and Health and Safety Training. Requirement: taff person(s) 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 #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 available to supervise staff person #1, staff person #1 may not work in a child-care position at the facility. Correction: Staff person #1 completed the Health and Safety training Part 1 on 5/3/26 and Part 2 on 5/6/26. Staff person #1 is still working on completing the mandated reporter training and will be supervised by a staff person with the training until the training is completed. Inspection: Unannounced Monitoring. 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: Mandated Reporter Training and PA Required Health and Safety for Centers-Group Child Care Part 1 and Part 2. 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 at a minimum by, an AGS who has completed all preservice trainings and has all qualifications to care for children unsupervised. 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: On Monday 3/9/26 the director is having IT come in to help staff person #1 set up an account to complete their training on a group computer. Staff person #1 will be supervised until the training is complete. Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. 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): Mandated Reporter Training and Health and Safety Training. Requirement: Staff person(s) 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 #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 available to supervise staff person #1, staff person #1 may not work in a child-care position at the facility. Correction: On Monday 3/9/26 the director is having IT come in to help staff person #1 set up an account to complete their training on a group computer. Staff person #1 will be supervised until the training is complete. Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less (3270.65)

In the Baby Sharks classroom on the wall by the storage closets an outlet was missing a 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: Outlet cover was added during the inspection. Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Exam communicable disease/Information re: medical problems (3270.151(c)(3)/3270.151(c)(4))

The file for staff person #1 lacked an adult health assessment that included an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination. The adult health assessment did not include information on medical problems that might threaten the health of the children or prohibit a staff person from providing adequate care to children. Requirement: An adult health assessment must include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination. An adult health assessment must include information on medical problems that might threaten the health of the children or prohibit a staff person from providing adequate care to children. Correction: An updated health assessment was obtained on 2/4/26. Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Written record (3270.94(a)(9))

The Fire Drill and Fire Detection Log was observed the names of the facility persons who participated in the fire drill were not on the log. Requirement: The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter ensure a written record is maintained on file at the facility indicating the specific time of day of the drill, the hypothetical location of the fire, the evacuation time, and the names of the facility persons and the number of children who participate in the fire drill. Correction: Participant names will be added to the fire drill log. Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. 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 check. There were 31 days between 8/5/25 and 9/5/25, 34 days between 10/2/25 and 11/5/25, 34 days between 12/3/25 and 1/6/26. 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: A current smoke detector [check] was completed on 1/6/26. Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Training regarding plan/Exp, educ., training at facility (3270.27(c)/3270.192(2)(iii))

The file for staff person #4 lacked emergency plan training that was updated within the past year. The emergency plan training in the file was dated 1/11/24. Requirement: The operator shall assure that each facility person receives training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment, on an annual basis and at the time of each plan update. The operator shall document the date of each training and the names of all facility persons who received the training and kept on file at the facility. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility. Correction: Upon return to school will meet with staff person #4 to go over emergency plan. Staff person #4 is a student who attends Gannon University. No longer working at the childcare. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Fire safety - 1 yr./Exp, educ., training at facility (3270.31(e)(4)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iii))

The file for staff person #4 lacked firesafety training that was completed in the last year. There was no firesafety training in the file. Requirement: Staff persons shall participate, at least annually, in firesafety training conducted by a fire protection professional. Staff persons and volunteers shall receive training in maintenance of smoke detectors, the duties of facility persons during a fire drill and during a fire and the use of the facility's fire extinguishers, not including discharge of the fire suppressant agent. 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 will complete firesafety training prior to returning to work. Staff person #4 is a student at Gannon University. No longer working at the childcare. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Health and Safety Training (3270.31(f))

Staff person #4 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 training. Requirement: Staff person(s) shall complete professional development in the topics of 3270.31(f)(1 -- 10), 3280.31(f) (1-10), or 3290.31(g) (1-10) within 90 days of hire. Staff person #4 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 #4, staff person #4 may not work in a child-care position at the facility. Correction: Staff person #4 will completed pediatric first-aid and CPR training. Staff person #4 is a student at Gannon University. No longer working at the child care. 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 #3 who was hired on (See LIS Code Sheet) as an assistant group supervisor lacked a child abuse clearance that was completed within the past 60 months. The child abuse clearance in the file was dated 2/16/20. The file for staff person #4 who was hired on (See LIS Code Sheet) as an assistant group supervisor lacked a disclosure statement. 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 #3 may not work in a child care position at the facility. Correction: Staff person #3 completed application for child abuse clearance. Staff person #3 will not work in a childcare position at the facility until the clearance comes back. Staff person #4 will sign and date a disclosure statement. Staff person #4 is no longer working at the childcare. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Staff evaluations (3270.34(a)(6))

The file for staff person #4 did not include a written evaluation. Requirement: A director is responsible for written evaluation of staff persons on a regular basis, a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months. Correction: Staff evaluation done on 7/21/25 will share with staff person #4 when they return to work. Staff person #4 is no longer working at the childcare. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less (3270.65)

In the Baby Sharks classroom on the wall with the windows two protective receptacle covers were missing in outlets that were accessible to children 5 years of age or younger. In the Reading room on the wall shared with the Preschool classroom one protective receptacle cover was missing in an outlet that 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: All protective receptacles were replaced. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Has all items (3270.75(c))

The first-aid kit in the Pirahna classroom was missing scissors. The first-aid kit in the Starfish classroom was missing tape. 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: All rooms first-aid kits were checked and missing items were replaced. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Building Surfaces (3270.76)

In the gym a hole was observed above the pantry door causing a visible hazard. In the Baby Sharks classroom five ceiling tiles were observed to be damaged causing a visible hazard. In the infant classroom one ceiling tile in the classroom and 3 ceiling tiles in the restroom were observed to be damaged 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: Spoke with executive director to make required repairs. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

No peeling paint or plaster (3270.77(a))

In the gym damaged plaster was observed above the pantry door. In the infant room damaged plaster was observed on the wall next to the rest room. Requirement: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility. Correction: Spoke with executive director to make required repairs. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Clean and good repair (3270.102(a))

In the Piranhas classroom two ice cube toy blocks were observed to have broken corners causing rough edges. 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: Broken toys were thrown away during the inspection. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Posted in group space (3270.111(b))

In the Piranhas classroom, Baby Sharks classroom and the Gym it was observed that the written plan of daily activities was not posted. Requirement: The written plan of daily activities shall be posted in the group space. Correction: Daily activities posted. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Services proceeded (3270.123(a)(3))

The file for child #1 lacked a complete 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: Completed and placed in the child's folder. 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 file for child #2 lacked emergency contact information that included the 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: Parents were spoken to and forms were signed will full signatures. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Written emergency plan posted (3270.124(e))

The written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency was not displayed conspicuously in the Baby Sharks classroom, the Infant classroom, or in the Gym. 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: Signs were copied and hung up. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).