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12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter (3270.151(a))

At the time of inspection on 2/19/2026, there was not a health assessment on file for facility staff #1. 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: Facility staff #1 will obtain a current health assessment. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Pick-up and drop-off points (3270.171(a))

There was not documentation of notification to the local traffic safety authorities annually of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the child care facility. Requirement: An operator shall notify local traffic safety authorities annually in writing of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the child care facility. Correction: The operator sent the local traffic authority notice in writing of its location and program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the child care facility. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Devices must be compliant (3270.95(a))

At the time of inspection on 8/22/2025, Certification Representative observed that there was not documentation of monthly fire system checks. The annual inspection form presented did not include the signature of the professional who completed the form and was missing the last page of the report (page 5). The director reported to Certification Representative that there was an issue with the fire alarm system and no electricity was getting to the fire alarm panel. There was not documentation of this issue being resolved. The director was unable to demonstrate that the fire alarm system was in good working order. 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)). Correction: The operator installed temporary smoke detectors which will be checked daily to ensure good working order. By 10/5/2025 the electrical and fire system will be inspected and any necessary repairs will be made to ensure it is up to code and in good working order. detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)). Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Every 60 days/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance (3270.94(a)(1)/3270.95(b))

At the time of inspection on 8/22/2025, Certification Representative observed the fire drill logs had a gap between 7/20/2024 - 5/21/2025. There was no documentation of fire drills being conducted at least every 60 days between these dates. Requirement: The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that fire drills are conducted at least once every 60 days. 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 operator will ensure that fire drills are conducted at least every 60 days and documented on the logs immediately after each drill. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Fraud or deceit in obtaining or attempting to obtain a certificate of compliance (20.71(a)(7))

At the time of inspection, a fire system inspection report was submitted and it was later determined that the date on the report was falsified. The fire system inspection company verified that they had not completed the inspection in August 2024 as the report was dated. The inspection report submitted by the facility was actually completed in July 2023. Requirement: The Department may deny, refuse to renew or revoke a certificate of compliance for fraud or deceit in obtaining or attempting to obtain a certificate of compliance. Correction: The operator will ensure that all documents submitted to OCDEL are authentic and not falsified in any way. The operator obtained the correct 2024 fire system report from the landlord. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos (3270.181(c))

The emergency contact and agreement forms for facility child #1 were not updated at least once every six months are required. The forms were dated 3/5/2024 and 6/12/2025. Requirement: A parent is required to review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information. Correction: The operator will require parents to review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period. 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))

There was not a health assessment on file for facility staff #1 who had a start date of 6/9/2025. 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: Facility staff #1 was suspended until the required health report is obtained. The operator will maintain all health reports on file. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Free from contagious/communicable disease (3270.131(d)(7))

The health assessment for facility child #4 did not include a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease. Requirement: A health report shall include a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease. Correction: An updated health assessment will be obtained for facility child #4 that includes a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears free of contagious or communicable diseases. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months (3270.131(b)(2))

There was not an updated health assessment at least every 12 months for facility child #2. The health assessments on file were completed 19 months apart. Requirement: The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child. Correction: The operator will remind parents when health reports are due and take necessary steps to ensure health reports are completed and on file as required. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Each child care space (3270.124(c))

At the time of inspection on 8/22/2025, Certification Representative observed that children's emergency contact forms were not present in the child care space the children were in. Requirement: 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: A copy of each child's emergency contact form will be made and kept in a bindier in each child care space children are receiving care. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Locked or inaccessible (3270.66(a))

At the time of inspection on 8/22/2025, Certification Representative observed the garage area where cleaning supplies were stored was not locked. **At the time of inspection on 9/19/2025, Certification Representatives observed the garage area where cleaning supplies were stored was not locked. This is a repeated non-compliance. Requirement: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children. Correction: The operator will align the latch that keeps the door locked. Will keep the door locked at all times and will need a key to open. Will place a sign on the door stating will keep door locked at all times and will purchase a door twisted-lock to make inaccessible for children to unlock the door. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).