HASSON HEIGHTS CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER

Arts and crafts non-toxic (3270.66(e))

In the Monster Bugs room in a bin of art supplies, several bottles of Dab-O-Ink bingo daubers labeled "keep out of reach of children" were mixed in with non-toxic, child-safe ink daubers. Requirement: Arts and crafts materials shall be nontoxic. Correction: The bingo daubers were removed and discarded. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Above ground window opening restricted to 6" (3270.72(d))

In the Caterpillars room, which is above the ground floor, a small window near the bathroom area was observed not to have the locks employed which would limit the opening to 6 or fewer inches. Additionally, a chair was pulled below the window, making it easily accessible to children. Requirement: Windows or doors above the ground floor that open directly to the outdoors and are accessible to children shall be constructed, modified or adapted to limit the opening to 6 or fewer inches. Correction: The child locks on the window in the Caterpillar room were engaged, and the chair below the window was moved, making it less accessible to children. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Building Surfaces (3270.76)

Several stained ceiling tiles were observed throughout the facility, specifically: in the Fireflies room, in the corner of the ceiling above the toy kitchen; in the Crickets room, in the back right corner; in the Bumblebees room, above the exit to the outdoor play space, to the right of the exit and in the storage closet at the rear of the 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. Correction: All ceiling tiles have been replaced. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

No peeling paint or plaster (3270.77(a))

At the back left of the Crickets room near the "Hot Chocolate Stand" toy, plaster at the corner where the walls meet was observed to be cracked and flaking. Requirement: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility. Correction: The wall in the Cricket room has been temporarily repaired with packing tape and added to the maintenance list to be replastered. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Clean and good repair (3270.102(a))

In the Bumblebees room, a bin of Magna Blocks was observed to have four blocks in poor repair; specifically, the plastic was cracking, creating a potential hazard. Also in the Bumblebees room, a blue bin was observed under the window by the Quiet Area. The bin was cracked, creating a sharp edge. 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 cracked Magna Blocks and blue bin were removed and discarded. 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))

The record for Staff Person #1 included health assessments dated 1/6/2023 and 1/3/2025, which were timely. However, the 1/3/2025 health assessment did not include an examination for communicable diseases. An updated health assessment was obtained on1/8/2026, making the timeframe between complete health assessments greater than 24 months. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET) Similarly, the record for Staff Person #2 included health assessments dated 2/8/2023 and 2/24/2025, which were timely. However, the 2/24/2025 health assessment did not include an examination for communicable diseases. An updated health assessment was obtained on1/9/2026, making the timeframe between complete health assessments greater than 24 months. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET) 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: The files for staff persons #1 and #2 now contain up-to-date physicals with examinations for communicable diseases. 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))

The facility's fire detection testing log included two tests which were more than 30 days apart (4/10/2025 - 5/13/2025, 33 days). The fire extinguisher at the end of the upstairs hall by exit #4 was reading in the "overcharged" range. The fire extinguisher in the Monster Bugs room was also reading in the "overcharged" range. 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 fire drill log is now up to date. The fire extinguishers were checked, and the fire department said they are ok. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Age and Training (3270.31(e))

The file for Staff Person #3 lacked the minimum 12 hours of annual childcare training. Specifically, between November 2024 and November 2025, Staff Person #3 obtained 10 hours of childcare training. Requirement: A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training. Correction: The file for staff person #3 now contains 12 hours of annual training. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Comply with CPSL (3270.32(a))

The most recent Mandated Reporter Trainings in the file for Staff Person #2 exceeded 60 months between trainings. Requirement: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Correction: The file for staff person #2 now contains a current Mandated Reporter training. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Staff evaluations (3270.34(a)(6))

The most recent written evaluations in the file for Staff Person #1 exceeded 12 months between evaluations. Requirement: A director is responsible for written evaluation of staff persons on a regular basis, a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months. Correction: The file for staff person #1 now contains a current staff evaluation. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports (3270.131(a)/3270.182(1))

The initial health report in the file for Child #1 was conducted more than 60 days after the child's first day of attendance at the facility. 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. A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports. Correction: The file for child #1 now contains a current health report. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).