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Lifesteps
383 New Castle Rd, Butler PA 16001 · License #CER-00243087 · Child Care Center
Contact
- Phone
- (724) 283-1010
- Website
- www.lifesteps.net
- Address
- 383 New Castle Rd, Butler PA 16001 · Directions
Hours
Not published by the state. Owners can add hours via profile claim.
Care & schedule
When they operate
Ages served
- 4-Star quality rating
- Accepts Child Care Works subsidy
- Licensed for 133 children
How this facility compares
Violations per inspection, 3-yrInspection history & violations
Source: Pennsylvania DHS, Office of Child Development and Early Learning- Violation
3270.31(f) · Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10.
Staff person #1 completed the following required pre-service training on 8-16-24 that was over 90 days after their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Health and Safety Training in the topics of 3270.31(f)(1-9).
Corrected by May 30, 2025
- Violation
3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services).
Staff person #3 completed mandated reporter training on 3-4-25 that was over 90 days after their date of hire. (see LIS code sheet) Staff person #4 had mandated reporter trainings dated 3-20-20 and 4-5-25 that were over 60 months between trainings. Staff person #6 had mandated reporter trainings dated 4-1-20 and 4-4-25 that were over 60 months between trainings.
Corrected by May 30, 2025
- Violation
The file for staff person #3, functioning as the director, had an NSOR verification certificate that was dated after their start date.
Corrected by May 30, 2025
- Violation
The file for staff person #3, functioning as the director, lacked verification of 1 year of experience working with children.
Corrected by Jun 18, 2025
- Violation
On the outdoor preschool play space, the fence had 2 sharp pieces of metal near the top of the fence in the far-right corner and 1 area in the far-left corner that were accessible to children.
Corrected by May 30, 2025
- Violation
3270.77(a) · Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.
In the Big Bird Room, the door leading to the toddler play space had peeling paint in multiple areas on the outside of the door and on the edge of the door.
Corrected by May 30, 2025
- Violation
3270.104(a) · Furniture must be durable, safe, easily cleaned and appropriate for the child's size, age and special needs.
In the Twiddle Bugs Room, the blue fabric cushion on the bench had multiple areas with tears in the fabric.
Corrected by May 30, 2025
- Violation
The file for child #3, a 4 year old enrolled more than 60 days at the facility, lacked documentation of the 4th DTAP, 2nd Pneumococcal & Hepatitis A vaccinations, and 1st MMR and Varicella vaccinations being administered in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP and lacked exemption documentation.
Corrected by May 30, 2025
- Violation
The file for staff person #5 had a health assessment that exceeded 24 months between assessments.
Corrected by May 30, 2025
- Violation
The file for staff person #2 had an initial health assessment that was signed by a health professional that was not a physician, physician's assistant or CRNP.
Corrected by May 30, 2025
- Violation
3270.151(c)(5) · An adult health assessment must include the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care.
The file for staff person #3 had an initial health assessment that lacked the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care.
Corrected by Jul 10, 2025
- Violation
The file for child #1 had an emergency contact form that exceeded 6 months between updates by the parent. The file for child #2 had an agreement that exceeded 6 months between updates by the parent.
Corrected by May 30, 2025
- Violation
The file for child #3 had an initial health assessment that was dated over 60 days after the child's first day of attendance at the facility.
Corrected by May 30, 2025
- Violation
3270.31(f) · Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10.
Staff person #5 completed the following required pre-service training on 5-20-24 that was over 90 days after their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Health and Safety Training in the topics of 3270.31(f)(1-9).
Corrected by May 31, 2024
- Violation
The file for staff person #3 lacked a DHS FBI clearance and the out of state Sex Offender and Child Abuse & Neglect registry checks at their start date and requires a current DHS FBI clearance and out of state Sex Offender and Child Abuse & Neglect registry checks. (See LIS CODE SHEET) The file for staff person #1 had FBI clearances that exceeded 60 months between clearances.
Corrected by May 31, 2024
- Violation
3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services).
Staff person #5 completed mandated reporter training on 5-9-24 that was over 90 days after their date of hire. (see LIS code sheet) Staff person #1 had mandated reporter trainings dated 1-10-19 and 2-5-24 that were over 60 months between trainings.
Corrected by May 31, 2024
- Violation
3270.34(a)(6) · A director is responsible for written evaluation of staff persons on a regular basis, a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months.
The file for staff person #3 had a staff evaluation that exceeded 12 months between evaluations.
Corrected by May 31, 2024
- Violation
On the toddler play space, the play kitchen had a refrigerator door that had multiple cracks with sharp edges.
Corrected by Jun 3, 2024
- Violation
The file for child #2 had an emergency contact form that lacked the health insurance policy number. The file for child #3 had an emergency contact form that lacked the name of the health insurance and the policy number.
Corrected by Jun 3, 2024
- Violation
The file for child #1 had an emergency contact form that lacked the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Corrected by Jun 3, 2024
- Violation
The file for child #4 lacked a current emergency contact form updated by the parent within the last 6 months. The file for child #1 had an emergency contact form that exceeded 6 months between updates by the parent.
Corrected by Jun 3, 2024
- Violation
The files for staff person #2 and #4 had one written, nonfamily reference and lacked a second written, nonfamily reference.
Corrected by Jun 3, 2024
- Violation
The file for child #4 had an initial health assessment that was dated over 60 days after the child's first day of attendance at the facility.
Corrected by May 31, 2024
- Violation
An updated emergency plan was not posted in the facility.
Corrected by May 22, 2023
- Violation
The files for staff person #1 and #3 had pediatric first-aid and CPR training with an expiration date of April 2023 and lacked current training.
Corrected by Jul 7, 2023
- Violation
The file for staff person #2 had state police clearances that exceeded 60 months between clearances. The file for facility person #5 had state police, child abuse, and FBI clearances that were dated after their start date. The file for staff person #6 had state police, child abuse, and FBI clearances that exceeded 60 months between clearances.
Corrected by May 22, 2023
- Violation
The file for facility person #5 lacked two written, nonfamily references.
Corrected by May 25, 2023
- Violation
Staff person #2 had mandated reporter trainings dated 3-6-18 and 3-7-23 that were over 60 months between trainings. Facility person #5 has not completed the mandated reporter training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet). The facility person has regular interaction with children at the facility.
Corrected by Jun 2, 2023
- Violation
3270.72(c) · Screens shall be in good repair.
In the Count Room, there was one window with a screen that had a small hole in the screen, and a second window with a screen that had a tear in the bottom right corner.
Corrected by May 22, 2023
- Violation
In the Count Room, there was a toy bin with Legos that had a crack in the bin with sharp edges.
Corrected by May 22, 2023
- Violation
3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1) · The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child. A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports.
The file for child #1, a preschooler, had a health assessment that exceeded 12 months between assessments.
Corrected by May 22, 2023
- Violation
The file for child #1 had an emergency contact form and agreement that exceeded 6 months between updates. The file for child #2 had an emergency contact form that exceeded 6 months between updates.
Corrected by May 22, 2023
- Violation
3270.192(2)(iii) · A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.
The file for facility person #5 lacked emergency plan training at the time of initial employment and requires current training. The file for staff person #4 had emergency plan training that exceeded a year between trainings.
Corrected by Jun 2, 2023
- Violation
The operator lacked documentation of sending a copy of the updated emergency plan to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.
Corrected by Jun 6, 2023
- Violation
In the Cookie Monster Room, the right exit door to the hallway was obstructed by a container of books on the floor.
Corrected by Jun 23, 2022
- Violation
The facility lacked a policy and procedure to identify the prevention of shaken baby syndrome, abusive head trauma, and child maltreatment to comply with 45 CFR 98.41(a)(1)(vi).
Corrected by Jun 30, 2022
- Violation
The files for staff person #3, #4, #5, #6, and #7 had current pediatric first-aid and CPR training that was completed after the expiration date of the prior training.
Corrected by Jun 23, 2022
- Violation
3270.31(f) · Staff person(s) shall complete professional development in the topics of 3270.31(f)(1-10) within 90 days of hire.
Staff person #5 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Approved Health and Safety Training in the topics of 3270.31(f)(1-9).
Corrected by Jun 23, 2022
- Violation
On the outdoor play space, there were cracks in the sidewalk with loose pieces of concrete that were a potential tripping hazard near the door to the Big Bird Room. In the Elmo room in the bathroom, there were two exposed bolts on the base of the toilet that were protruding up and were a potential hazard.
Corrected by Jul 7, 2022
- Violation
On the outdoor toddler play space used by 1 and 2 year olds, there were foam mats with small pieces coming apart that were less than 1 inch in diameter and were accessible to children still placing objects in their mouths.
Corrected by Jun 23, 2022
- Violation
In the Abby Cadabby Room, the refrigerator lacked a thermometer.
Corrected by Jun 23, 2022
- Violation
3270.133(5) · Medication shall be stored in accordance with the manufacturer's or health professional's instructions on the original label.
In the Elmo Room, there was Infants' Tylenol for child #1 that was expired.
Corrected by Jun 23, 2022
- Violation
3270.151(c)(1) · An adult health assessment must include a physical examination.
The file for staff person #1 had a health assessment that lacked a physical examination.
Corrected by Jun 27, 2022
- Violation
3270.151(c)(3) · An adult health assessment must include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination.
The file for staff person #2 had a health assessment that lacked an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination.
Corrected by Jun 23, 2022
- Violation
3270.151(c)(5) · An adult health assessment must include the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care.
The files for staff person #1 and #2 had a health assessment that lacked the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care.
Corrected by Jun 27, 2022
- Violation
According to the log, the interconnected fire detection system was not manually tested at least once every 30 days between 12-2-21 to 1-24-22. The facility lacked proof of purchase of the interconnected fire detection system in accordance with 62 P.S. 1016(c)(3).
Corrected by Jun 30, 2022
Questions to ask on your tour
Generated from this facility's specific inspection record
- 1The May 30, 2025 inspection noted: “Staff person #1 completed the following required pre-service training on 8-16-24 that was over 90 days after their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Health and…” — what has changed since then?
- 2The May 21, 2024 inspection noted: “Staff person #5 completed the following required pre-service training on 5-20-24 that was over 90 days after their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Health and…” — what has changed since then?
- 3The May 22, 2023 inspection noted: “An updated emergency plan was not posted in the facility.” — what has changed since then?
Data synced from Pennsylvania DHS, Office of Child Development and Early Learning · Source records · Report an error