WILSON SCHOOL DISTRICT CHILD CARE-BERKSHIRE HEIGHT

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

During a renewal inspection on 10/2/25 the facility did not have a written policy which addressed the prevention and identification of child maltreatment. 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. The facility shall have a written policy which addresses: 1. Recognition of potential signs and symptoms of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma 2. Strategies for coping with a crying, fussing, or distraught child; and 3. The prevention and identification of child maltreatment. Correction: Cert rep will send the director a resource regarding the prevention and identification of child maltreatment. The director will use this resource and update the current Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma policy in order to add the prevention and identification of child maltreatment. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Comply with CPSL/CPSL information (3270.32(a)/3270.192(4))

During a renewal inspection on 10/2/25 Cert rep noted that Staff 1's NSOR clearances were dated 1/23/20 and 3/18/25, Staff 2's DHS FBI clearances were dated 9/4/20 and 9/10/25, and Staff 3's NSOR clearances were dated 1/14/20 and 2/3/25. This is more than 60 months between clearances. It was reported that Staff 1, 2 and 3 worked in a staff and/or had direct contact with children between the following dates: 1/24/25-3/18/25(Staff 1), 9/5/25-9/10/25(Staff 2), and 1/15/25-2/3/25(Staff 3). 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. Correction: Staff 1's NSOR clearance was received 3/18/25, Staff 2's DHS FBI clearance was received 9/10/25, and Staff 3's NSOR clearance was received 2/3/25. These clearances are currently valid. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Locked or inaccessible/Locked (3270.66(a)/3270.133(4))

During a renewal inspection on 10/2/25 Cert Rep observed 2 hand lotions, a body butter, and a child's Aquaphor ointment in an unlocked accessible desk drawer in Room 7. These items were labeled "Keep out of reach of Children." Requirement: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children. Medication shall be stored in a locked area of the facility or in an area that is out of the reach of children. Correction: The hand lotions, body butter and Aquaphor were removed from the drawer during the inspection and moved to a locked filing cabinet. 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))

During a renewal inspection on 10/2/25 Staff 4 had health assessments dated 5/1/23 and 7/10/25, which is more than 24 months between health assessments. It was reported Staff 4 served as staff between 6/1/2025 and 7/10/25. 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: Staff 4 has a health assessment 7/10/25 which is valid. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Letter to parents (3270.27(e))

During the renewal inspection on 10/3/24, the parent letter regarding the emergency plan did not contain information about Shelter in place and lockdown. Requirement: The operator shall provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining the emergency procedures. The operator shall also provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining any subsequent update to the plan. Correction: The parent letter was updated to include the Wilson Standard Response Protocol outlining Hold, Secure, Lock Down, Evacuate, Shelter and sent to families. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Locked or inaccessible (3270.66(a))

During the renewal inspection on 10/3/24, in Room #7 a bottle of Expo cleaner labeled "Keep out of reach of Children" was observed on an accessible shelf in the open closet. Requirement: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children. Correction: Reviewed safety requirements (policy) with program staff. Placed the expo cleaner in a locked cabinet. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Emergency Numbers Posted (3270.74)

During the renewal inspection on 10/3/24, in all child care rooms the emergency numbers did not include the number for the nearest hospital. Requirement: The telephone number of the nearest hospital, police department, fire department, ambulance and poison control center shall be posted by each telephone in the facility. Correction: Reading Hospital (Tower Health) was added to the emergency numbers list and posted in all classrooms. The old document was removed and replaced with the new document. Program staff were alerted to the change and update. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

No peeling paint or plaster (3270.77(a))

During the renewal inspection on 10/3/24 in Room #8 peeling paint was observed in two locations: the wooden chalkboard tray by the library area and the wooden chalkboard tray by the play kitchen area. Requirement: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility. Correction: A maintenance request was submitted to address the peeling paint. The Peeling paint was covered with tape to prevent further peeling. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Clean and good repair (3270.102(a))

During the renewal inspection on 10/3/24 in Room # 8 the Magna-tiles were observed to have broken 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: Magna-tiles were removed and discarded. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Clean, age appropriate (3270.106(a))

During the renewal inspection on 10/3/24 the cert rep observed nap mats with torn coverings that exposed the inner foam, making them unable to be properly sanitized. Requirement: Individual, clean, age-appropriate rest equipment shall be provided for preschool, toddler and infant children as agreed between the child's parent and the operator. The rest equipment shall be labeled for the use of a specific child and used only by the specified child. Correction: Torn mats were removed and discarded. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children (3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1))

During the renewal inspection on 10/3/24 in classroom #7 both staff exited the classroom into the hallway with 8 children. Once in the hallway the staff realized that 1 child was missing. After several minutes of searching the child was located in Room #7 hiding in a bookshelf. While other staff were in the classroom during this time, the staff assigned to supervision for this child were unaware of the child's whereabouts. Requirement: Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises. Children must be supervised at all times. Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises. Correction: Program administration reviewed the care card system and active supervision with the classroom team. The staff were instructed to take professional development related to supervision. The administration and classroom conducted active supervision spot checks. A team meeting included the review of spot checks to keep children safe. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Physician/CRNP assessment (3270.151(c)(5))

During the renewal inspection on 10/3/24 Facility person 1 has a health assessment on file dated 9/1/23 that does not include the physician's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care. Requirement: An adult health assessment must include the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care. Correction: The health assessment was returned to the staff member to return back tot he physician and check the box indicating that the staff person is suitable to provide child care. The health assessment was corrected and returned. 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))

During the renewal inspection on 10/3/24 the fire detection testing log indicated of more than 30 days between testing on 3 occasions: 12/9/23-1/13/24, 1/13/24-2/29/24, and 4/20/24-5/23/24. 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 maintenance request and email to test the fire alarms the first Monday of each month as shared with us during the inspection. A meeting was held with maintenance and a schedule was created to test the fire alarm within the 30 days to remain compliant. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).