COPE CHILDCARE AND LEARNING CENTER LLC

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

During the Renewal Inspection on 3/10/2026, peeling paint and rotting wood was observed on the fence outside on the preschool playground. 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: We will fix the peeling paint and the rotting wood on the fence outside. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

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

A renewal Inspection was conducted on 3/10/2026. The state police clearance on for Staff #1 was not complete due to the clearance reading that it was Under Review. Staff person #2 did not update the NSOR clearance on file every 60 months, as required by the CPSL. This is evidenced by the previously documented NSOR on file dated 3/3/20, and the current clearance dated 10/16/25. The National Sex Offender Registry (NSOR) clearance on file for Staff #3 was dated 3/5/2026. This date was after the first day that Staff #3 had direct contact and routine interaction with children. The disclosure statements on file for Staff #4 and Staff #5 were not signed and dated by a witness as required. The operator verified that Staff #1-5 had direct contact and routine interaction with children while the information noted above that is required under the CPSL was not on file. See LIS code sheet for dates of hire. 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. All staff persons must have all required paperwork under the CPSL completed and on file prior to working in a childcare position with direct contact and routine interaction with children. All required staff clearances must be updated at least every 60 months and on file prior to expiration. Correction: We will comply with the CPSL. All staff will have a signed copy of the disclosure statement and final clearances before they start and updated clearances every 60 months. 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))

On 3/27/2025, the fire detection log was up to date. However, the log showed that the fire alarm was manually tested on 1/12/2025 and not again until 2/17/2025. 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. The fire alarm system at the facility must be manually tested and documented at least once every 30 calendar days. Correction: This was already corrected prior to the inspection. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

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

On 3/27/2025, Staff #1 and Staff #2 did not have the completed National Sex Offender Registry (NSOR) clearance on file. As of 2/1/2025, per the CPSL, the completed NSOR clearance is required to be on file prior to staff working in a childcare position at the facility. See LIS code sheet. Requirement: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A provisional employee may not be permitted to work alone with children and must work within the vicinity of a permanent employee. 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 Persons #1 and #2 may not work in a childcare position at the facility until the completed National Sex Offender Registry (NSOR) clearance is on file. Correction: Staff #1 and Staff #2 were suspended from working in a childcare position at the facility. Both now have their completed National Sex Offender Registry (NSOR) clearance on file. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Running water/ safe drinking water (3270.69(a))

On 1/9/25, the Department of Environmental Protection issued a field order for lack of approval for the well at the facility as a public water system and a noncommunity water system. The field order also included "Do Not Drink" drinking water measures. Requirement: A facility shall provide running water and a safe and adequate supply of drinking water that complies with the standards established under the Pennsylvania Safe Drinking Water Act (35 P.S. §§721.1-721.17). The operator shall submit an application to DEP and will work toward getting a letter from DEP to verify that they are in compliance with the SDWA. Once the provider receives the letter from DEP verifying compliance with the SDWA, the operator will then be in compliance with this regulation. Correction: Apply for a noncommunity water permit and work with DEP. Inspection: Complaints- Legal Location. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Surfaces cleaned (3270.135(b))

During an unannounced inspection on 12/5/2024, the diaper changing pad in the infant area was ripped and had foam exposed; thus, it could not be sanitized properly. 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: Replaced changing mat. Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Original label (3270.133(5))

During an unannounced inspection on 12/5/2024, an expired bottle of Benadryl was stored with the child medication in the preschool classroom. The bottle of Benadryl was labeled with an expiration date of February 2024. Requirement: Medication shall be stored in accordance with the manufacturer's or health professional's instructions on the original label. Correction: All medications that are expired will be returned to parents. Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).