WILKES-BARRE CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER

Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance (3270.95(a)/3270.95(b))

The fire detection system was not tested at least once every 30 days. The most recent fire detection system testing log on file was observed to be 4/10/26. However, another fire detection system test should have occurred by 5/10/26, and there was no proof of this on file. 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: The facility acknowledges that a fire detection system test was not documented within the required 30-day timeframe prior to the inspection. Although the facility cannot retroactively correct the missed documentation period, a fire detection system test was completed on 5/11/2026, immediately following identification of the concern. The updated fire drill and fire detection log was submitted to the DHS assessor via email on 5/12/2026. Staff responsible for compliance were reminded of the regulatory requirement that fire detection systems must be tested and documented at least every 30 days. Inspection: Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Health and Safety Training - Prevention and control of infectious diseases (3270.31(f)(1))

Staff person #1 had not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see code sheet for hire date): Pediatric First Aid and CPR. Staff person #1 completed the training on 2/4/26. Requirement: Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10. Correction: The facility acknowledges that Staff #1 did not complete Pediatric First Aid and CPR within the required 90-day timeframe. The training was completed on 2/4/2026. This cannot be corrected retroactively. Upon discovery, the facility reviewed staff files to ensure all current staff are compliant with pre-service training timelines. Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Clean, good repair, proper size (3270.104(a))

Clear and white plastic storage drawers, that were observed in the Infant/Toddler Restroom, had cracked plastic at its base. This posed a potential scratch hazard. Requirement: Furniture must be durable, safe, easily cleaned and appropriate for the child's size, age and special needs. Correction: The cracked plastic drawers were immediately removed from the classroom upon identification. Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

No peeling paint or plaster (3270.77(a))

The Preschool Restroom had peeling paint on the door. Also, on the Preschool Room's pink wall, that was next to the restroom door, peeling paint was observed. Additionally, the white wall to the right of the black storage room doors in the Pre-K outdoor patio, had chipping paint. Requirement: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility. Correction: All areas identified with peeling or chipping paint will be repaired and repainted by 5/1/2026. Areas will be secured and monitored to ensure children do not have access to damaged surfaces until repairs are completed. Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

No insects or rodents (3270.67(c))

Eight cockroaches, both alive and dead, were observed to be stuck to tape that was on the back of a poster board which was lying on the floor in the Preschool Room. Requirement: Evidence of infestation of insects or rodents in the facility is not permitted. Correction: The affected materials were immediately removed and disposed of, and the area was thoroughly cleaned and sanitized. The classroom in question is not actively in use at this time. Ehrlich Pest Control serviced the facility on 4/20/2026. Following the inspection, the facility contacted Ehrlich to request increased service frequency from monthly to bi-weekly. The facility will ensure that targeted treatment of affected areas occurs when children are not present and will continue to monitor for any signs of pest activity. The facility will also ensure that targeted treatment of affected areas occurs when children are not present. Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

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

During the inspection on 4/22/26, Staff #1, who has resided outside of Pennsylvania within the past 60 months, was observed having direct contact and routine interaction with children in the Pre-K Counts Room. There was no proof on file that they had their out-of-state clearance, which was required prior to them working with children. Requirement: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A staff 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. Staff Person #1may not work in a childcare position that involves direct contact and routine interaction with children until all required paperwork is completed and on file at the facility. Correction: Upon notification, Staff #1 immediately applied for the required out-of-state clearance on 4/22/2026. Effective immediately, Staff #1 was removed from any position involving direct contact and routine interaction with children and will not return to a child care role until all required clearances are received and on file. Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Two written references (3270.192(5))

The file for Facility Person #2 did not include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. 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: Facility Person #2 will not return until two non-family references are received and on file. We are working with AmeriCorps to collect and verify these documents. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

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

Facility Person #2 (see code sheet for first day with children), who was observed in a volunteer capacity on 8/28/25, had a disclosure statement on file dated 7/16/25. This was required to be completed prior to Facility Person #2 volunteering with children. Also, an incomplete FBI clearance was present in the file, but not a fully completed clearance, and that there was no NSOR on file. 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 #2 may not work or volunteer in a childcare position that involves direct contact and routine interaction with children until all required paperwork is completed and on file at the facility. Correction: Facility Person #2 (Foster Grandparent) will not return to the facility until all required clearances (FBI, NSOR, Disclosure Statement) are fully completed and on file. We are working directly with AmeriCorps to obtain and verify the missing items. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Toxic plants not permitted (3270.66(d))

A snake plant was observed on a windowsill in the Preschool Room. Requirement: Toxic plants are not permitted in a child care space. Correction: The snake plant was removed from the Preschool Room on 8/28/25. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

In child care spaces/Each child care space (3270.75(a)/3270.124(c))

Staff #1 was observed to be supervising four preschoolers in the outdoor patio area immediately adjacent to the Preschool Room. Staff #1 acknowledged that they did not have a first aid kit with them, nor did they have emergency contact information for the children under their supervision. Requirement: A first-aid kit shall be in a child care space. When children are in the facility, emergency contact information shall be present in a child care space for children receiving care in the space. Correction: Staff were instructed immediately that a first aid kit and emergency contact binder must accompany any group when leaving the classroom/facility. Staff #1 was provided with a first aid kit and emergency contact information for the children under their supervision. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Building Surfaces/No peeling paint or plaster (3270.76/3270.77(a))

A jagged, rusted piece of metal was observed, about ankle height, near the doorway of the Toddler Room Restroom. Also, chipping paint was observed on the wall near the window in the Preschool Room. 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. Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility. Correction: The jagged metal was covered with duct tape during inspection and will be permanently removed/repaired by maintenance. The chipping paint was temporarily covered by a shelf and will be repainted. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Written plan (3270.111(a))

A written plan of daily activities and routines, including a time for free play was not observed in the Preschool Room. Requirement: A written plan of daily activities and routines, including a time for free play shall be established for each group. The plan shall be flexible to accommodate the needs of individual children and the dynamics of the group. Correction: The Preschool Teacher will have a written daily activity plan posted in the classroom that will be approved by the Center Director. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Parent home/work address, phone (3270.124(b)(3))

The emergency contact information on file for Child #1 and #2 was observed to be missing a parent's work phone number. Requirement: Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent. Correction: For Child #1 and Child #2, parents crossed through the ¿work phone number¿ section since they do not have one. Their cell phone numbers are documented as the primary point of contact. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Exam communicable disease/Physician/CRNP assessment (3270.151(c)(3)/3270.151(c)(5))

Facility Person #2 had a health assessment on file dated 10/8/2024; however, the assessment did not indicate whether the individual was free from communicable diseases or address their suitability to provide child care. Requirement: An adult health assessment must include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination. An adult health assessment must include the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care. Correction: Facility Person #2 will not return until a new health assessment is on file that includes both communicable disease clearance and a statement of suitability to provide child care. We are working with AmeriCorps to obtain this. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Health information (3270.131(a))

Child #5 (see code sheet for admission date) had an initial health report that was dated 4/22/25. This was required to be completed and on file within 60-days of the child being admitted. 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. Correction: Child #5's initial health assessment was received and is on file; however, it was completed after the 60-day window. While this cannot be retroactively corrected, the child now has a valid health assessment on record and is in compliance moving forward. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Building Surfaces/Clean and good repair (3270.76/3270.102(a))

The Preschool Room and restroom next to the Infant/Young Toddler Room had one dusty air vent. The Older Toddler Room and Infant/Young Toddler Room had two dusty air vents. Two red and blue mats in the Infant/Young Toddler Room had torn plastic. 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. 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: All cited air vents will be dusted and cleaned. The two mats in the Infant/Young Toddler Room were thrown away and replaced with new mats at the inspection. Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).