BARRELS OF FUN EXPLORATION CENTER

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

On 11/18/25 observed a changing table which was not anchored creating a potential tipping hazard in Room 2. Requirement: Furniture must be durable, safe, easily cleaned and appropriate for the child's size, age and special needs. Correction: Ensure all changing tables are secured to the wall. Upon further communication, this changing table was removed. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Clean and good repair (3270.102(a))

On 11/18/25 observed wooden blocks with rough edges in the Roses section of Room 4. On 11/18/25 observed a cracked blue waffle block with rough edges and pinch points in the Town Square Play Space. On 11/18/25 observed a cracked blue waffle block with rough edges and pinch points in the Sky Play Space. 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: Ensure all broken blocks are thrown away. Broken blocks have been discarded. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Handwashing signs (3270.82(h))

The classroom sink in the Roses section of Room 4 lacked a handwashing sign. Requirement: A facility person and an able child shall wash his hands after toileting and before eating. A sign on which this requirement is written shall be posted at each toilet, training chair, diapering area and sink in the facility. Correction: Ensure all sinks have a handwashing sign. Sign has been hung to the wall by the sink. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

No peeling paint or plaster (3270.77(a))

On 11/18/25 observed approximately a 5-inch piece of missing drywall on the bump out to the right of the cubbies in the Bloom section of Room #4. Requirement: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility. Correction: Ensure there is no peeled or damaged paint on the walls. Drywall was patched and re-painted. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Associate's, 30 + 3 yrs (3270.35(b)(4))

The file of Staff #1, who was designated as a group supervisor, lacked documentation of 3 years of experience with children. Requirement: A group supervisor shall have an associate's degree from an accredited college or university, including 30 credit hours in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education or the human services field and 3 years of experience with children. Correction: Staff #1 has documentation of 3 years' experience with children. Ensure Child Care Verification documentation on file specifically states the work with children in the Duties and Responsibilities section. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Plan posted (3270.27(d))

On 11/19/24 the operator did not post the emergency plan in the facility at a conspicuous location. Requirement: The operator shall post the emergency plan in the facility at a conspicuous location. Correction: Director wrote "emergency plan available upon request" and added to the parent board. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Has all items (3270.75(c))

The first-aid kit for the Toddlers in Room 4 lacked disposable, nonporous gloves. 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: Director added gloves to the emergency bag. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

110º F or less (3270.69(b))

On 11/19/24 the hot water temperature was 110.5 degrees at the sink located in the Preschool bathroom of Room 4. On 11/19/24 the hot water temperature was 111 degrees at the sink located in the Toddler bathroom of Room 4. Requirement: Hot water temperature, in areas accessible to children, may not exceed 110° F. Correction: Director lowered water tank to 100 degrees. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Locked or inaccessible (3270.66(a))

On 11/19/24 observed a bottle labeled "bleach water" above the changing mat in Room 1 which was accessible to children. On 11/19/24 observed Art Naturals hand sanitizer which indicated "keep out of the reach of children" at the handwashing sink in Room 2. Requirement: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children. Correction: Director moved bleach water and hand sanitizer to the shelf recommended by inspector. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Unsafe Areas in Outdoor Space (3270.63)

On 11/19/24 observed a swing set, toy box, and slide/climber used by children in child care near the storm drain grates in the grassy area to the right of the building. Requirement: If unsafe areas or conditions are in or near an outdoor play space, fencing or natural barriers are required to restrict children from those unsafe areas or conditions. Correction: Director covered storm drain to be in compliance. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

HS/GED + 2 yrs (3270.36(b)(5))

Staff #4 and #5, who were designated as assistant group supervisors, lacked documentation of 2 years' experience with children. Requirement: An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children. Correction: Employees childcare verification forms were updated to be in compliance. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

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

The files of Staff #1, #2, #3, #4, #5, #6, #7, and #9 lacked a valid disclosure statement (SEE LIS Code Sheet). The disclosure statement on file for Staff #1, #2, #3, #4, #5, #6, #7, and #9 was not the one updated in 2020. 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: Employees completed up to date disclosure statements. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Fire safety - 1 yr. (3270.31(e)(4)(ii))

The files of Staff #6 and #7 lacked documentation of participating, at least annually, in fire safety training conducted by a fire protection professional (SEE LIS Code Sheet). The file of Staff #6 contained documentation of fire safety training completed on 8/29/24 with a previous training completed on 5/5/23. The file of Staff #7 contained documentation of fire safety training completed on 8/29/24 with previous training completed on 5/6/23. 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. Correction: All employees obtained training to be in compliance. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Min. 400 hrs classroom training/Age and Training (3270.31(c)(3)(i)/3270.31(c)(3)(ii))

The files of Staff #3 and #9, who were designated as aides, lacked documentation the curriculum included, at minimum, a total of 600 clock hours including a minimum of 400 clock hours of classroom training and a minimum of 200 clock hours of supervised training in a child care facility. Requirement: An individual 16 years of age or older who is enrolled in an approved training curriculum may be used as a staff person if the curriculum includes, at minimum, a total of 600 clock hours including a minimum of 400 clock hours of classroom training. A minimum of 200 clock hours of supervised training in a child care facility. Correction: Aide's files were updated with correct documentation from early childhood program teacher. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Letter to parents (3270.27(e))

The letter provided to the parent explaining emergency procedures did not address accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions. 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 communication section of the emergency plan was updated to include accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Small Toys and Objects (3270.103)

On 11/19/24 observed foam shapes and letters with bite marks in Room 2. Requirement: Toys and objects with a diameter of less than 1 inch, objects with removable parts that have a diameter of less than 1 inch, plastic bags and styrofoam objects may not be accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths. Correction: Director threw out all foam with bite marks. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

General Health and Safety (3270.21)

On 11/19/24 observed adult scissors in a pink bin on the table by the bathroom on the Preschool side of Room 4. Requirement: Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. Correction: After researching the brand of scissors, we identified they were kids scissors for age 8 and up. The scissors were removed from the center. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

General Health and Safety (3270.21)

On 11/19/24 observed 1 pack 'n play with a loose sheet in Room 1 creating a potential suffocation hazard. On 11/19/24 observed 2 pack 'n plays and 1 crib with loose sheets in Room 3 creating a potential suffocation hazard. Requirement: Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. Correction: Employees replaced pack and play mat with pack and play mattress to tighten the sheet. If the pack and play was too small the sheets were removed. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

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

The file of Staff #8 lacked documentation of completing the Pennsylvania Health and Safety Update within 90 days of hire (SEE LIS Code Sheet). The file of Staff #8 contained documentation of completing the 10-hour health and safety training on 11/8/24. 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. Correction: Employee completed Health and Safety training. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Toilet and sinks proper height (3270.82(e))

On 11/19/24 the sink in Room 1 lacked platforms or steps to be easily approached by children using it. Requirement: Toilets and sinks shall be at proper heights for children using them or shall be easily approached by means of platforms or steps. Correction: Director purchased step stool and water faucet extender for room 1. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Clean and good repair (3270.102(a))

On 11/19/24 observed cracked eyes on the Little Tykes turtle sandbox creating rough edges in the outdoor play space off Room 2. On 11/19/24 observed a pink Radio flyer tricycle with rust on the handles and tire cover on the concrete slab outside Room 4. On 11/19/24 observed a picnic table with splintering wood outside the large fenced in area behind Room 4. On 11/19/24 observed cracked Magna tiles in Room 4. 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: Director removed eyes from turtle sandbox, disposed of pink radio flyer, sanded picnic table to best of our ability (weather), and threw away cracked magna tiles. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

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

On 11/19/24 observed a Little Tykes picnic table that moved from side to side in the Toddler side of Room 4. Requirement: Furniture must be durable, safe, easily cleaned and appropriate for the child's size, age and special needs. Correction: Director removed picnic table from center. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Refrigerator (3270.107)

On 11/19/24 the refrigerator in Room 2 lacked an operating thermometer. Requirement: A facility shall have an operable, clean refrigerator used to store potentially hazardous foods. The refrigerator shall be capable of maintaining food at 45° F or below. An operating thermometer shall be placed in the refrigerator. Correction: Director replaced thermometer in refrigerator, room 2. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Services proceeded (3270.123(a)(3))

The agreements for Children #1, #2, #3, #4, and #5 lacked the services to be provided to the family and child. 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: Director updated financial agreements to reflect services provided. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Immunization record/Dismissal policy (3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3))

Child #1, a 3-year-old, lacked Hepatitis B immunizations, Pneumococcal immunizations, and Hepatitis A immunizations according to the recommendations of the ACIP. Child #1 had documentation of 2 Hepatitis B immunizations, 3 Pneumococcal immunizations, and 1 Hepatitis A immunization. Requirement: A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP. The facility shall implement dismissal policies in accordance with the Department of Health regulation in 28 Pa. Code § 27.77 (relating to immunization requirements for children in child care group settings). Correction: Parent submitted exemption letter Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).