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

During renewal inspection on 6/24/26, Cert Rep observed the following: Staff # 16's fire safety training was dated 6/18/25 Requirement: Staff persons shall participate, at least annually, in fire safety 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: Staff # 16 completed fire safety training 6/25/26 Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Good repair (3270.72(c))

During renewal inspection on 6/24/26, Cert Rep observed the following: The screen in the older toddler room was not in good repair Requirement: Screens shall be in good repair. Correction: Screen was replaced Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

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

During renewal inspection on 6/24/26, Cert Rep observed the following: 1. The indoor play space located in the basement had peeling paint 2. The 2nd floor play space and the preschool room window sills needed cleaning 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 indoor play area was repainted. Windowsills were cleaned Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Refrigerator (3270.107)

During complaint investigation on 2/6/26, Cert Rep observed the following: The refrigerator on the 2nd floor that has the facility's food was dirty 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: Refrigerator was cleaned Inspection: Complaints- Legal Location. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Handwashing signs (3270.82(h))

During renewal inspection on 1/12/26, Cert Rep observed the following Handwashing sign is needed in the young toddler room located on the 1st floor, room 202 and 205 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: Handwashing signs have been placed in rooms 202 and 205 Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Clean, age appropriate (3270.106(a))

During renewal inspection on 1/12/26, Cert Rep observed the following Children in room 201 - preschool room and room 202- older toddlers. children were placed on the wrong cots according to the cot chart posted in the rooms 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: All children will be assigned and placed on the correct cots. All cots will be labeled as well Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Given parents in writing/Signed (3270.121(b)/3270.123(a))

During renewal inspection on 1/12/26, Cert Rep observed the following The facility did not have an update transportation policy Requirement: At the time of enrollment, a parent shall receive in writing the facility's general daily schedule, hours for which care is provided, fees, responsibilities for meals, clothing, health policies, supervision policies, night care policies, dismissal policies, transportation and pick-up arrangements. An agreement shall be signed by the operator and the parent. Correction: Transportation policy has been updated Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Exemption documentation from parent/guardian (3270.131(e)(1))

During renewal inspection on 1/12/26, Cert Rep observed the following Child # 1's file did not have documentation of a letter from the parent for vaccination exemption Requirement: The facility shall require the parent to provide updated written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of ongoing vaccines administered to an infant, toddler or preschool child in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP. Correction: Letter from parent regarding vaccination exemption is in file Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test (3270.151(a)/3270.192(3))

During renewal inspection on 1/12/26, Cert Rep observed the following Staff # 12 did not have documentation of a current health assessment in fille 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. A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis. Correction: Health assessment os on file for staff # 12 Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Dated signature affixed (3270.181(d))

During renewal inspection on 1/12/26, Cert Rep observed the following Child # 2's emergency contact was not signed by the parent Requirement: Following review, a parent shall attest to the accuracy of information in the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at each review by affixing a dated signature to the record. Correction: Child #2's emergency contact was signed Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Measurement and use of indoor child care space (3270.61)

During renewal inspection on 1/12/26, Cert Rep observed the following The young toddler room located on the 1st floor, the afterschool room and preschool room located on the 2nd floor were not set up and ready to receive children Requirement: Measurement and use of indoor child care space. Correction: All classrooms have been set up and ready to receive children Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Building Surfaces (3270.76)

During renewal inspection on 1/12/26, Cert Rep observed the following The young toddler classroom located on the 1st floor, the afterschool room and preschool rooms located on the 2nd floor needed cleaning - the hole on right side of wall in room 205 needed repair -window sills in the preschool room had cobwebs and needed cleaning 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: Classrooms have been cleaned and hole repaired Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Has all items (3270.75(c))

During renewal inspection on 1/12/26, Cert Rep observed the following The first aid kit in Rm 205 was missing tweezers and scissors 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: Tweezers and scissors were placed in room 205's class Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

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

During renewal inspection on 1/12/26, Cert Rep observed the following - Staff # 1 did not have documentation of Delaware child abuse in file - Staff # 22's FBI clearance was incomplete Requirement: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). SAFETY PLAN: The operator is required to submit to the Children and Youth Agency a plan of supervision or alternate arrangement as required by the Child Protective Services Law. LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # -- 22 may not work in a child care at the facility. 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 #--22- may not work in a childcare at the facility. Correction: Staff #1's clearance was obtained and submitted Staff # 22's provided requested documentation and is no longer at the facility Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

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

During renewal inspection on 1/12/26, Cert Rep observed the following The facility did not have documentation of shaken baby syndrome policy 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: Shaken baby syndrome policy is on site Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Supervised at all times (3270.113(a))

During unannounced monitoring on 9/10/25., Cert Rep observed the following: As Cert rep entered the facility, Staff #1 and # 2 was observed in the outdoor play space with 7 young toddlers (1-year old). Cert rep observed Staff # 1 using a cellphone, with back turned to children. Cert Rep reported to the Supervisor (Staff # 3) that Staff # 1 was observed on the phone on the playground. Cert Rep and Supervisor (Staff # 3) went to the playground, and Staff # 1 was still on the phone with back turned to the children 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. Correction: Staff # 1 was sent home following the incident. Staff # 1 received a written warning with a 3-day nonpaid suspension. Staff # 1 was required to take (2) supervision trainings prior to returning to work Inspection: NS- Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Clean, age appropriate (3270.106(a))

During unannounced monitoring on 715/25, Cert Rep observed the following: Child # 2 was in a crib that was not labeled for Child #'2's individual use 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: Crib was labeled for child # 2. Staff will receive instruction sheet outlining labeling and were retained Inspection: NS- Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Six-months-old held (3270.166(5))

During unannounced monitoring on 7/15/25, Cert Rep observed the following: Child # 1 was observed being in a bouncy chair drinking from a bottle and was not being held by Staff # 1 Requirement: An infant 6 months of age or younger shall be held while being bottle fed. Correction: Staff was verbally retrained with emphasis on age of child must be beyond 6 months. Staff is required to take on infant care training Inspection: NS- Unannounced Monitoring. 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))

1. CERT REP VISITED THE FACILITY FOR COMPLAINT INVESTIGATION ON 4/16/25. CERT REP OBSERVED VIA FACILITY'S CAMERA FOOTAGE FOR 4/4/25, THAT STAFF # 2 AND # 3 WERE IN THE FACILITY'S BASEMENT PLAYSPACE WITH 7 PRESCHOOL CHILDREN (AGES 3-5 YEARS OLD). CERT REP OBSERVED STAFF # 1 DROPPING OFF CHILD # 1 IN THE PLAYSPACE TO STAFF # 2 AND # 3, THEN LEFT. CERT REP OBSERVED THAT BOTH STAF # 2 AND # 3 WERE SITTING AT THE TABLE, AND STAFF # 3 IS OBSERVED ON THE PHONE, AND STAFF # 2 WAS FOCUSED ON THE CHILD THAT WAS ON STAFF # 2'S LAP. CERT REP OBSERVED THE CHILDREN PLAYING ON BIKES WERE OUT OF THE VIEW OF STAFF # 2 AND # 3 AT DIFFERENT TIMES, CERT REP DID NOT OBSERVE CHILDREN BEING SUPERVISED. CERT REP LATER OBSERVED A FEW MINS LATER CHILD # 1 WALKING AWAY. AND WAS OBSERVED ON CAMERA IN THE SCHOOL AGE ROOM. CERT REP OBSERVED STAFF # 4 ENTERING THE PLAYSPACE, AND STAFF # 3 LEAVING. STAFF # 4 PROCEEDED TO BE ON THE PHONE. CHILD # 1 WAS OBSERVED BEING IN THE SCHOOL AGE ROOM ALONE LOCATED IN THE BASEMENT FOR ABOUT 45 MINS, THEN OBSERVED WALKING UP THE STEPS TO THE 1ST FLOOR ALONE. 2. ON 4/16/25, CERT REP OBSERVED STAFF # 5 IN THE OLDER TODDLER'S BATHROOM (CHILDREN 2 YEARS OLD) WITH 2 CHILDREN, AND 4 CHILDREN WERE OBSERVED IN THE CLASSROOM WITH 2 THERAPISTS THAT WERE NOT STAFF. CERT REP DID NOT OBSERVE THE 4 CHILDREN BEING SUPERVISED Requirement: 1 .4.16.25- Children must be supervised at all times. - Implemented 6.12.25 2 .6.28.25- The legal entity must arrange for all facility staff to receive a minimum of two hours of training regarding supervision of children through the Pa Keys. DHS will make the referral. 3. 6.28.25 - The legal entity will begin to use supervision checklist to count children as soon as the form has been approved form the Regional Office. The legal entity shall do this checklist for a minimum of 3 months from the date the checklist is approved and will send it to the Regional office weekly. Correction: Staff's 2,3, and 4 were terminated immediately. Parents of Child # 1 were notified by phone, followed by an in-person meeting. with child#1's father. Director, regional director and mom via telephone. Director reported incident via phone and then through Pelican. Staff # 5 received a written warning concerning supervision incident. Inspection: Complaints- Legal Location. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Surfaces cleaned (3270.135(b))

During unannounced inspection on 3/20/25, Cert Rep observed the following: Cert rep observed Staff # 1 did not sanitize the table after doing a diaper change Requirement: Diaper changing surfaces shall be cleaned after each use by wiping the surface with a sanitizing solution or by changing a pad or other surface covering. Correction: Staff completed training on BKC cleaning, sanitizing, and disinfecting Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

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

During unannounced inspection on 3/20/25, Cert Rep observed the following: Cert Rep observed peeling paint in the 2nd floor preschool classroom next to the door closest to the sink area 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: Wall was painted where chipped paint was found Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Clean and good repair (3270.102(a))

During unannounced inspection on 3/20/25, Cert Rep observed the following: Cert rep observed a blue couch that was ripped and accessible to children in the preschool classroom located on the 2nd floor 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: The blue couch was removed from the classroom, and replacement was ordered Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Child's hands washed/Adult Hygiene (3270.134(a)/3270.152)

During unannounced inspection on 3/20/25, Cert Rep observed the following: Cert Rep observed Staff # 1 changed Child # 1's diaper, and did not wash the child's hands or their hands after diaper change Requirement: A staff person shall ensure that a child's hands are washed before meals and snacks, after toileting and after being diapered. A facility person shall wash his hands before meals and snacks, and after toileting and after diapering a child. Correction: Staff # 1 reviewed proper diaper/handwashing procedures with director Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Has all items/Transportation First Aid Kit (3270.75(c)/3270.178)

During renewal inspection on 11/7/24, Cert Rep observed the following: The first aid kit on the facility's bus did not have water and soap 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. A first-aid kit, including the contents as specified in §3270.75 (relating to first-aid kit) shall be in the vehicle when children are being transported. Correction: Director placed water and soap in first aid kit Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Age and Training (3270.31(e))

During renewal inspection on 11/7/24, Cert Rep observed the following: - Staff # 4 had 6 clock hours of childcare training and not the mandatory 12 hours - Staff # 21 did not have documentation of 12 annual clock hours in file Requirement: A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training. Correction: Staff completed all trainings required Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).