A FEEL LIKE HOME FOR YOUR BABIES

Age and training (3290.31(f))

Operator's record did not contain written verification of annual minimum 12 hours of child care training. Requirement: A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training. Obtain and submit written verification of annual minimum 12 hours of child care training. Correction: Operator will obtain and submit written verification of annual minimum 12 hours of child care training. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Emergency plan (3290.24(b))

There was no written documentation indicating that the emergency plan had been reviewed and updated within the past 12 months in accordance with 55 PA CODE 3290 regulations. Requirement: The operator shall review the emergency plan at least annually and update the plan as needed. Each review and update of the emergency plan shall be documented in writing and kept on file at the facility. Submit a written copy of the updated emergency plan. Ensure that the plan is reviewed and documented in writing annually as specified. Correction: The emergency plan will be reviewed and updated in writing. A written copy of the updated emergency plan will be submitted. We will ensure that the plan is reviewed, updated and documented in writing annually as specified. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Emergency plan (3290.24(g))

There was no documentation indicating that the operator sent a copy of the emergency plan and subsequent plan updates to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency. Requirement: The operator shall send a copy of the emergency plan and subsequent plan updates to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency. Send a copy of the emergency plan to the appropriate authorities as specified in this regulation. Submit written documentation of delivery. Correction: A copy of the emergency plan will be sent to the appropriate authorities as specified in this regulation. A copy of the emergency plan delivery notification form will be submitted. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Comply with CPSL/CPSL information (3290.32(a)/3290.192(3))

The facility was not in compliance with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services): One staff person's record did not contain the required CPSL hiring documents. (#1 -mandated reporter training was more than 60 months when updated. Requirement: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: 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 persons are required to complete mandated reporter training that is no more than 60 months old in accordance with CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Ensure that mandated reporter training is completed for all facility staff in accordance with this regulation. Revise and submit written policies and procedures regarding the timeliness of mandated reporter training requirements in accordance with the CPSL to ensure ongoing compliance. Correction: The mandated reporter training has been updated for the staff person. Written policies and procedures regarding the timeliness of mandated reporter training requirements in accordance with the CPSL will be revised and submitted to ensure ongoing compliance. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

General Health and Safety (3290.18)

The facility's written policies on shaken baby syndrome, abusive head trauma, and child maltreatment did not include the identification and prevention of child maltreatment. This was not addressed in the plan submitted. CONTINUING VIOLATION Requirement: Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. Revise and submit the facilities policies to include the identification and prevention of child maltreatment. Correction: The shaken baby syndrome, abusive head trauma, and child maltreatment policy will be amended to include the identification and prevention of child maltreatment. A written copy will be submitted. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Emergency plan (3290.24(d))

There was no written record of an emergency drill completed annually as specified in these regulations. Requirement: Emergency drills shall be conducted annually. Annual emergency drills shall be documented and on file at the facility. Conduct and submit written verification that an emergency drill had been completed annually. Correction: We will conduct an emergency drill and submit a copy of the written record. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations (3290.22(b))

The operator did not provide the parent of each child enrolled with information on how to access the regulations in this chapter electronically and with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional child care office. Requirement: The operator shall provide the parent of each child enrolled in the facility with information on how to access the regulations in this chapter electronically and with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional child care office. Provide the parent of each child enrolled with information on how to access the regulations in this chapter electronically and with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional childcare office. Correction: We will provide the parent of each child enrolled with information on how to access the regulations in this chapter electronically and with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional child care office. This information will be posted in a conspicuous location for parents to see. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Emergency plan (3290.24(a)(5))

The facility's emergency plan did not provide for accommodations for children with chronic medical conditions. Requirement: The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations of infants and toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions. Amend the facility emergency plan to include accommodations for children with chronic medical conditions. Correction: We will amend the facility emergency plan to include accommodations for children with chronic medical conditions. We will submit a written copy of the amended emergency plan. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs (3290.182(3)/3290.182(4))

One child's record did not contain written verification of signed parental consent for emergency medical care and for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff prior to admission. (#4) Requirement: A child's record must contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission. A child's record must contain signed parental consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs. Obtain and submit written verification of signed parental consent for emergency medical care and for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff prior to admission for the indicated child. Ensure that this information is in all children's records. Correction: We will obtain and submit written verification of signed parental consent for emergency medical care and for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff prior to admission for the indicated child. We will ensure that this information is in all children's records. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Insured (3290.174(a))

The facility provides transportation and lacked written verification that the vehicle is insured in accordance with the requirements of 75 Pa.C.S. § § 1701-1799.7 (relating to the Motor Vehicle Financial Responsibility Law. Requirement: A vehicle shall be insured in accordance with the requirements of 75 Pa.C.S. § § 1701-1799.7 (relating to the Motor Vehicle Financial Responsibility Law). Obtain and submit written verification of insurance coverage for the vehicles used to transport children. Correction: We will obtain and submit written verification of insurance coverage for the vehicles used to transport children. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos (3290.124(e)/3290.181(c))

One child's record did not contain emergency contact and financial agreement information that had been reviewed and updated within the past 6 months. (#2- last review 11/20/22) CONTINUING VIOLATION 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. Obtain and submit written verification of the updated emergency contact and financial agreement information for the identified child. Ensure that this information is updated every 6 months for all enrolled children as specified. Correction: Written verification of the updated emergency contact and financial agreement information will be obtained and submitted for the identified child. We will ensure that this information is updated every 6 months for all enrolled children as specified. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Insurance coverage information (3290.124(b)(6))

One child's emergency contact information did not include health insurance coverage and policy number information.(#3) 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. Obtain and submit a written copy of the missing health insurance information for the identified child. Ensure that all children's records contain emergency contact information as specified in these regulations. Correction: We will obtain and submit a written copy of the missing health insurance information for the identified child. We will ensure that all children's records contain emergency contact information as specified in these regulations. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Parent home/work address, phone (3290.124(b)(3))

One child's emergency contact information did not include the home address of the enrolling parent. (#1) Requirement: Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent. Obtain and submit the missing required information. Ensure that the contact information includes the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent. Correction: We will obtain and submit the missing required information. We will ensure that the contact information includes the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Parent home/work address, phone (3290.124(b)(3))

Child service reports were not being completed every 6 months in accordance with these regulations. (#1 completed on 6/15/23 and more than a year later on 11/12/24) Requirement: Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent. Develop and submit written policies and procedures regarding the completion of child service reports every 6 months to ensure ongoing compliance. Correction: We will develop and submit written policies and procedures regarding the completion of child service reports every 6 months to ensure ongoing compliance. Child service reports will be completed every 6 months as required. required. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Clean and good repair (3290.102(a))

Play equipment observed in the front play area was stained and some appeared worn and need of cleaning/and or replacement or removal. 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. Play equipment will be cleaned and worn items will be replaced or removed. Correction: Play equipment will be cleaned and worn items will be replaced or removed. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).