Childrens Learning Ladder

Regulation: 3270.31(e)(4)(ii)

Description: Fire safety - 1 yr.

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #1 lacked firesafety training that was completed 12 months from the previous firesafety training. The firesafety training in the file is dated 1/31/25 and 4/1/26. The file for staff person #2 lacked firesafety training that was completed 12 months from the previous firesafety training. The firesafety training in the file is dated 2/11/25 and 4/9/26.

Correction Required: 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.

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #3 who was hired as an assistant group supervisor on (See LIS Code Sheet) lacked a valid state police clearance. The state police clearance did not have a disseminated date on it.

Correction Required: 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.

Regulation: 3270.76

Description: Building Surfaces

Noncompliance Area: On the wooden steps outside leading up to the office entrance it was observed that the wood on the steps was peeling away creating a visible hazard.

Correction Required: 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.

Regulation: 3270.82(h)

Description: Handwashing signs

Noncompliance Area: In the upstairs bathroom a hand-washing sign was not posted by the changing table.

Correction Required: A facility person and an able child shall wash his hands after toileting and before eating. A sign on which this requirement is written shall be posted at each toilet, training chair, diapering area and sink in the facility.

Regulation: 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)

Description: Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance

Noncompliance Area: The Fire Drill and Fire Detection Log was observed for 30-day smoke detector checks. There were 31 days between 3/13/26 to 4/13/26.

Correction Required: 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.

Regulation: 3270.131(b)(2)

Description: Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #1 who is a preschool child lacked a child health report that was completed 12 months from the previous child health report. The child health reports in the file were dated 10/10/23 and 12/3/24.

Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child.

Regulation: 3270.31(e)(4)(ii)

Description: Fire safety - 1 yr.

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #1 lacked firesafety training that was completed 12 months from the previous firesafety training. The firesafety trainings in the file are dated 5/25/23 and 6/21/24.

Correction Required: Staff persons shall participate, at least annually, in firesafety 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.

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #2 who was hired on (See LIS Code Sheet) lacked an NSOR verification certificate that was completed 60 months from the previous NSOR verification certificate. The NSOR verification certificates in the file are dated 11/6/19 and 1/16/25. The file for staff person #5 lacked an NSOR verification certificate that was completed prior to the date they began working with children (See LIS Code Sheet). The NSOR verification certificate in the file is dated 2/4/25.

Correction Required: 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.

Regulation: 3270.36(b)(5)

Description: HS/GED + 2 yrs

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #3 lacked a high school diploma. The file for staff person #4 lacked a valid high school diploma. The high school diploma needs to be translated and evaluated.

Correction Required: An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children.

Regulation: 3270.82(h)

Description: Handwashing signs

Noncompliance Area: In the downstairs preschool classroom in the restroom right inside the door a hand washing sign was observed not to be posted above the toilet.

Correction Required: A facility person and an able child shall wash his hands after toileting and before eating. A sign on which this requirement is written shall be posted at each toilet, training chair, diapering area and sink in the facility.

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(6)

Description: Insurance coverage information

Noncompliance Area: The most recent emergency contact form for Child #2 lacked the policy number for the child's health insurance.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.

Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff Person #1 lacked completion of the updated 1-hour Health and Safety Training within 90 days of starting at the facility (refer to LIS code sheet).

Correction Required: 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. Staff Person #1 will have until May 28, 2024 to complete the required 1-hour health and safety training update.

Regulation: 3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2)

Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Mantoux TB

Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff Person #1 lacked an initial health assessment and tuberculosis screening within 12 months prior to starting in a child care taking position at the facility. The initial health assessment was dated 551 days prior to started. A current health report was not on file until 149 days after starting at the facility. The tuberculosis screening on file was completed 825 days prior to starting. A current tuberculosis screening was not on file at the time of the inspection.

Correction Required: 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. An adult health assessment must include tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment. Subsequent tuberculosis screening is not required unless directed by a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department.

Regulation: 3270.241(b)(10)

Description: Child health. Sections 3270.131-3270.134(a) and 3270.136-3270.138.

Noncompliance Area: The most recent health reports on file for Children #1 and #3, young school agers, were completed when the children were 4 years of age. These health reports would not be acceptable by a school as documentation for a school age child. Acceptable school health reports are completed at ages 5 and 11.

Correction Required: An equivalent health report completed by a school is acceptable as documentation of child health for a school-age child.

Regulation: 3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(iv)

Description: Each staff person meets quals/Transcript, diploma and letters

Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff Person #2 lacked verification of 2500 hours to qualify them for the position they were observed to be performing. The file only contained verification of 1,558.8 hours. Without verification of experience signed by a representative of the experiential entity, Staff Person #2 qualifies as an Aide.

Correction Required: A staff person or a substitute staff person shall meet one of the applicable staff qualifications for the position in which the person is performing. A facility person's record shall include acceptable verification of experience, education or training is a transcript or a diploma or a letter signed by a representative of the experiential, educational or training entity.