RAQIA CHILDREN CENTER LLC

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

The Shaken Baby/Abusive Head Trauma/Child Maltreatment policy did not sufficiently include information on child maltreatment as required by 45 CFR 98.41(a)(1)(vi). 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: The shaken baby/abusive head trauma/child maltreatment policy was updated to include information on child maltreatment. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

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

Staff person #1 completed fire safety training on 1/3/25 and next on 2/25/26, a gap of greater than 1 year. 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 #1 has current fire safety training. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Comply with CPSL (3270.32(a))

Staff #2 did not have a disclosure statement on file (see code sheet for start date). Requirement: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Correction: Disclosure statement was signed by staff and witnessed by director. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Review policies and procedures/Given parents in writing (3270.121(a)/3270.121(b))

The written information provided to parents at enrollment did not include the daily schedule. Requirement: The operator shall review with the parent, at the time of application, 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. 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. Correction: The daily schedule was added to the parent handbook. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Health information (3270.131(a))

The health assessment on file for child #1 was dated 2/26/26 which was greater than 60 days after start date (see code sheet for start date). 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. Correction: A current health assessment is on file. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Locked or inaccessible (3270.66(a))

On 11/13/25 during an unannounced inspection, there was toilet bowl cleaner and OxiClean accessible to children on the window sill of the bathroom on the second floor. Requirement: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children. Correction: Upon discovery of the violation, the toilet bowl cleaner and OxiClean were immediately removed from the bathroom window sill and relocated to a secure, locked cabinet that is inaccessible to children. All staff were notified of the incident and reminded of the requirement to ensure that all cleaning materials and toxic substances remain secured at all times. A full safety sweep of the facility was completed to ensure no other materials were accessible. Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. 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 11/13/25 during an unannounced inspection, a review of the fire alarm test log showed alarm tests completed 5/16/25 then 6/17/25; 7/16/25 then 8/18/25; and the most recent alarm test was 10/13/25 all periods of greater than 30 days. 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 alarm test due for November was completed promptly, and documentation was updated. Moving forward, the Director and designated staff will ensure that each fire alarm test is scheduled on the calendar before the 30-day deadline to prevent future gaps in testing. Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

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

During the renewal inspection on 7/16/25 the state police clearance for staff #1 and #2 stated "still pending" which is not a complete clearance. Staff #3 did not have sufficient documentation of clearances from the state that was lived in in the previous five years and has been employed for more than 45 days (see code sheet for start date). 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. Facility Person #3 may not work in a child care position at the facility until all clearances are on file. Correction: State police clearance was obtained for staff #1 and #2 during the renewal inspection. Staff #3 was removed from care as of July 17, 2025. We are submitting the necessary applications for the NY child abuse clearance and the NY state sex offender registry today and will ensure both are on file before she resumes any duties. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Physician name, address, phone (3270.124(b)(2))

As of the renewal inspection, the emergency contact information for child #1 did not include the physician's phone number. Requirement: Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care. Correction: Parent will provide phone number for physician. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Insurance coverage information (3270.124(b)(6))

The emergency contact information for child #2 did not contain any health insurance information. Requirement: Emergency contact information must include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable. Correction: Parent will provide health insurance information or document on the form that they have no insurance. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).