MELISSA CATHLEEN CORDELL FAMILY CHILD CARE HOME

Evacuation routes posted (3290.94(a)(5))

Per the operator's admission, an evacuation route is not posted in a conspicuous location on each floor of the facility. Operator stated there is not an evacuation route posted on the 2nd floor of the home. Evacuation routes were observed to be posted on the basement and ground levels. Requirement: Evacuation routes are posted in a conspicuous location on each floor of the facility. Correction: Post evacuation route on 2nd floor. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Services provided (3290.123(a)(3))

The files for children #1 and #2 were observed to lack the Department's approved form (Child Service Report) that provides information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided. Requirement: An agreement shall specify 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 at § 3290.124(e). Correction: Have filled out child services reports for children #1 and #2 provided to parents to review and sign. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Comply with CPSL (3290.32(a))

The files for household members #1 and #2 were observed to lack a current NSOR clearance. This was evidenced by NSOR clearances dated 07/16/2020 present in the file. The file for household member #3 was observed to contain an NSOR certificate that was not acquired within 60 months as evidenced by NSOR clearances in the file dated 07/20/2020 and 12/22/2025 a period of 65 months. Requirement: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Correction: Apply for NSOR Clearances for members #1 and #2 Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Emergency plan (3290.24(f))

The facility was observed to have evidence a letter explaining the emergency procedures was provided to each enrolled parent. However, this letter lacked providing information regarding the 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 described in subsection (a). The operator shall also provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining any subsequent update to the plan. Correction: Added the accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions to the parent letter. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Evacuation routes posted (3290.94(a)(5))

The facility was observed to lack an evacuation route posted on the top floor of the home as evidenced by the operator information Cert Rep an evacuation route was not posted on the top floor. Requirement: The operator or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that evacuation routes are posted in a conspicuous location on each floor of the facility. Correction: Added emergency evacuation routes on all levels. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Services provided (3290.123(a)(3))

The files for children #1 and #2 were observed to lack verification the operator completed and updated the Department's approved form (Child Service Report) in accordance with the updates regarding emergency contact information. Requirement: An agreement shall specify 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 at § 3290.124(e). Correction: Completed a Child Service Report for child #2 Child #1 no longer in care due to moving. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

General Health and Safety (3290.18)

The facility was observed to lack a written policy to address Shaken Baby Syndrome, abusive head trauma and general child maltreatment. Requirement: Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. Correction: Added shaken baby policy. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).