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Best Beginnings Learning Center
1300 Broad St, Greensburg PA 15601 · License #CER-00252539 · Child Care Center
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- 1300 Broad St, Greensburg PA 15601 · Directions
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When they operate
Ages served
- 2-Star quality rating
- Accepts Child Care Works subsidy
- Licensed for 77 children
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Violations per inspection, 3-yrInspection history & violations
Source: Pennsylvania DHS, Office of Child Development and Early Learning- Violation
3270.65 · Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.
There was an uncovered protective outlet in the preschool room accessible to children 5 years of age or younger. There was an uncovered protective outlet in the YT room accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.
Corrected by Jan 23, 2026
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3270.66(a) · Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children.
There were a Cera Ve healing ointment, an Aquaphor healing ointment and a Cera Ve SA cream label "keep out of reach of children." accessible to children on top of the paper towel holder in the preschool bathroom. There were 8hr Arthritist Pain Relief pills and a Febreze can label "keep out of reach of children." accessible to children on top f the table in the kitchen area. There were Raid, disinfecting wipes, Clorox, Calgon water softener and a Bissell clean and refresh label "keep out of reach of children." accessible to children unlocked under the kitchen sink.
Corrected by Jan 23, 2026
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3270.77(a) · Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.
There was a damaged plaster spot on the OT room ceiling. There was brown peeling paint all along the window frames facing the playground. There was a bouncer dog toy with red peeling paint in the Nature Zone room.
Corrected by Feb 16, 2026
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3270.102(a) · Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts.
There was a cracked orange lid in the pre-k room. There was a green cracked truck in the preschool room. There was a broken white lid in the playground. There were 13 broken gigant legos in the Nature zone room. There was a broken dustpan in the OT room. There was a garbage can with a broken lid in the YT room, a broken ice cream truck toy and a stuff animal with ripped clothes in the YT room.
Corrected by Jan 23, 2026
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3270.106(a) · Individual, clean, age-appropriate rest equipment shall be provided for preschool, toddler and infant children as agreed between the child's parent and the operator. The rest equipment shall be labeled for the use of a specific child and used only by the specified child.
The cots in the infant room were not labeled for the use of a specific child and used only by the specified child.
Corrected by Jan 23, 2026
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3270.133(7) · An operator is responsible to establish and maintain a medication log if prescription or nonprescription medication is administered.
The operator was not maintaining a medication log for a prescription medication Zyrtec for child #1.
Corrected by Jan 23, 2026
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3270.134(a) · A staff person shall ensure that a child's hands are washed before meals and snacks, after toileting and after being diapered.
Staff # 2 did not wash the child's hands after diapering.
Corrected by Jan 23, 2026
- Violation
3270.192(2)(ii) · A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.
The file for staff #1 lacked verification of childcare experience.
Corrected by Feb 19, 2026
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3270.27(c) · The operator shall assure that each facility person receives training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment, on an annual basis and at the time of each plan update. The operator shall document the date of each training and the names of all facility persons who received the training and kept on file at the facility.
The file for staff # 1 lacked training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment, on an annual basis and at the time of each plan update.
Corrected by Aug 27, 2025
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3270.51 · When children are grouped in similar age levels, the following maximum child group sizes and ratios of staff persons apply: Infants 1:4 with a maximum group size of 8; Young toddlers 1:5 with a maximum group size of 10; Older toddlers 1:6 with a maximum group size of 12; Preschool children 1:10 with a maximum group size of 20; Young school-age children 1:12 with a maximum group size of 24; Older school-age children 1:15 with a maximum group size of 30.
On 8/27/25 approximately at 8:34 am staff #2 was observed caring for 11 PS children in the preschool room.
Corrected by Aug 27, 2025
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3270.65 · Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.
There was an uncovered electrical outlet accessible to children 5 years of age or younger by the pre-k room bathroom.
Corrected by Aug 27, 2025
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3270.66(b) · Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be stored in an original labeled container or in a container that specifies the content. Toxics shall be stored away from food, food preparation areas and child care spaces.
In the Infant room, there were three baskets that contained both sunscreen and baby food.
Corrected by Aug 27, 2025
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3270.102(a) · Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts.
The back of a wooden shelf in between the YT room and the Nature zone was cracked. There was hole on the wooden board that supports the crib mattress. There were 2 damaged mattresses with exposed foam in the infant room. There was a damaged rainbow mat with exposed foam in nature zone.
Corrected by Aug 27, 2025
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3270.133(5) · Medication shall be stored in accordance with the manufacturer's or health professional's instructions on the original label.
The Motrin medication for child # 7 was expired. The medication expiration date was 2/25. The Tylenol medication for child # 2 was expired. The medication expiration date was 3/25. The Albuterol HFA 90 MCG medication for child # 3 was expired. The medication expiration date was 3/25.
Corrected by Aug 27, 2025
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3270.161(d) · Potentially hazardous food brought from the child's home or provided by the facility shall be refrigerated.
There were 2 food containers on top of a desk in the preschool room that contained cheese, and lunch meat. There was a bin that contained yogurt on top of the desk in the preschool room. There was a lunch box that contained lunch meat on top of a shelf in the OT room. There was a container in the cubbies the that contained cheese in the YT room.
Corrected by Aug 27, 2025
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3270.192(5) · A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
The file for staff #1 lacked two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
Corrected by Aug 27, 2025
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3270.14/3270.21 · 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 # 3 was observed working alone with 9 Preschool aged children. Staff # 3 lacked complete preservice training: Health and Safety training. The facility policy to identify the Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome, Abusive Head Trauma, and Child Maltreatment, lacked the child maltreatment statement.
Corrected by Jan 16, 2025
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3270.27(b) · The operator shall review the emergency plan at least annually and update the plan as needed. The operator shall document in writing each review and update of the emergency plan and kept on file at the facility.
The facility emergency plan was not reviewed at least annually. The last review was dated 12/15/23.
Corrected by Jan 16, 2025
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3270.31(f) · Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10.
Staff # 5 did not complete the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric First Aid and Pediatric CPR training certificate is dated 1/5/24.
Corrected by Jan 5, 2024
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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 # 4 lacked a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months.
Corrected by Jan 21, 2025
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3270.72(c) · Screens shall be in good repair.
There was a damage window screen in the infant room.
Corrected by Jan 31, 2025
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3270.76 · 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.
The rubber board in room # 1 under the window in the nature zone was pulling of the wall.
Corrected by Jan 15, 2025
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3270.82(g) · Toilet areas and fixtures shall be cleaned daily and be in good repair.
The sink in room #2, was clogged and not draining water properly.
Corrected by Jan 15, 2025
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3270.102(a) · Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts.
There were 2 cracked plastic bins one cracked green basket and a broken garbage can lid in Room #2. There were 2 cracked plastic bins one broken plastic drawer, a broken garbage can lid, a ripped fabric bin, a ripped large yellow foam block and 6 damage circle pillows in room # 1.
Corrected by Jan 15, 2025
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3270.106(a) · Individual, clean, age-appropriate rest equipment shall be provided for preschool, toddler and infant children as agreed between the child's parent and the operator. The rest equipment shall be labeled for the use of a specific child and used only by the specified child.
The cots in room # 2 were not labeled for the use of a specific child and used only by the specified child.
Corrected by Jan 15, 2025
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3270.106(f) · At least 2 feet of space is required on three sides of a bed, cot, crib or other rest equipment while the equipment is in use.
There was a crib with an infant child sleeping in the infant room, The crib was not at least 2 feet of space as required on three sides of other rest equipment and a jumping jungle while the equipment was in use. There were 2 cots in room # 2 that were not at least 2 feet of space required on three sides of a cot.
Corrected by Jan 15, 2025
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3270.124(b)(7) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
The file for child #1 lacked the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released on the emergency contact form.
Corrected by Jan 17, 2025
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3270.151(a) · 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.
The file for staff # 1 contained a current health assessment dated 12/18/23. It was not obtained within 24 months of the previous assessment dated 7/29/21. The file for staff # 2 contained a current health assessment dated 11/29/24. It was not obtained within 24 months of the previous assessment dated 8/1/22.
Corrected by Jan 15, 2025
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3270.161(d) · Potentially hazardous food brought from the child's home or provided by the facility shall be refrigerated.
There was cheese and yogurt out of the refrigerator on top of the cubbies in room #2. There was cheese out of the refrigerator on top of the cubbies in room #1.
Corrected by Jan 15, 2025
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3270.27(a)(5) · The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
The facility emergency plan lacked accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
Corrected by Jan 16, 2025
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3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) · 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 operator was not maintaining a written log for testing the fire detection system every 30 days.
Corrected by Jan 15, 2025
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3270.25(a) · The facility's current certificate of compliance shall be posted in a conspicuous location used by parents. The operator shall provide the parent of each child enrolled with information on how to access the regulations in this chapter electronically and with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional child care office.
The Certificate of Compliance posted in a conspicuous location used by parents was dated 4/3/23-4/3/24.
Corrected by Jan 15, 2025
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3270.133(5) · Medication shall be stored in accordance with the manufacturer's or health professional's instructions on the original label.
An expired Neosporin ointment was observed in the medication bin in Classroom #3 (Infant Classroom).
Corrected by Jan 29, 2024
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3270.135(c) · The diapering area may not be used for food preparation or food service.
The sink that is being used to wash hands following diapering, making it a part of the diapering area, is also being used to prepare bottles in Classroom #3.
Corrected by Jan 29, 2024
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3270.31(e) · A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.
The file for Staff Person #4 lacked 9 of their 12 hours of child care training in their respective hire year.
Corrected by Mar 14, 2024
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3270.21 · Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.
Loose crib sheets were observed on the crib mattresses in the Classroom #3 (Infant Classroom).
Corrected by Feb 10, 2024
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3270.31(f) · Staff person(s) shall complete professional development in the topics of 3270.31(f)(1-10) hire. Staff person #6 will have until 2.15.2024 to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #6 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an AGS, who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff available to supervise staff person #6, staff person #6 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.
The file for Staff Persons #1, #2 and #6 lacked completion of their Pediatric First Aid and CPR training within 90 days of starting at the facility. The Pediatric First Aid and CPR training on file for Staff Person #1 was completed 163 days after starting. The Pediatric First Aid and CPR training on file for Staff Person #2 was completed 101 days after starting. The file for Staff Person #1 and #2 also lacked completion of the required health and safety training within 90 days of starting at the facility. The health and safety training for Staff Person #1 was completed 137 days after starting. The health and safety training for Staff Person #2 was completed 101 days after starting.
Corrected by Jan 30, 2024
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3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). PROVISIONAL HIRE UNSUPERVISED A provisional employee may not be permitted to work alone with children and must work within the vicinity of a permanent employee.
The file for Staff Person #1 lacked a completed State Police Clearance at the time of review. A completed State Police Clearance was not on file until 1.29.24, 187 days after starting. The file for Staff Person #1 also lacked a NSOR certificate within 45 days of their provisional hiring. A completed NSOR was not on file until 134 days after starting. The file for Staff Person #1 also lacked a signed disclosure statement. Staff Person #1 was observed to be caring for children alone. The mandated reporter training on file for Staff Person #1 was not completed within 90 days of starting at the facility. The mandated reporter training was not completed until 132 days after starting. The file for Staff Person #3 lacked a NSOR certificate within 45 days of their provisional hiring. A completed NSOR was not on file until 57 days after starting. The file for Staff Person #6 lacked verification that they had been fingerprinted for their FBI clearance prior to starting. A completed FBI clearance was not on file until 120 days after starting at the facility. The updates to the mandated reporter trainings on file for Staff Person #5 exceeded 60 months between trainings on 5.24.18 and 7.27.23.
Corrected by Jan 29, 2024
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3270.66(a) · Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children.
A container of diaper cream was observed in an unlocked drawer in the changing table in the restroom in Classroom #1. The diaper cream was labeled Keep Out of Reach of Children. A small bottle of hand sanitizer was observed hanging from a child's bookbag in a cubby Classroom #2. A bottle of bleach water solution was observed on a desk in Classroom #3. Young Toddlers were observed in the classroom and the bottle was within reach.
Corrected by Jan 29, 2024
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3270.72(d) · Windows or doors above the ground floor that open directly to the outdoors and are accessible to children shall be constructed, modified or adapted to limit the opening to 6 or fewer inches.
One window in Classroom #3 was observed be missing a window restriction allowing the window to open more than 6 inches.
Corrected by Jan 29, 2024
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3270.77(a) · Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.
Peeling paint was observed on the fencing located on the right side in the outdoor play space.
Corrected by Mar 25, 2024
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3270.102(a) · Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts.
In the outdoor play space, a plastic door on a grill playset was observed to be cracked causing a sharp edge and a pinch point.
Corrected by Jan 29, 2024
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3270.123(a)(1) · An agreement shall specify the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week.
The agreement form for Child #2 lacked the fee amount to be paid.
Corrected by Jan 30, 2024
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3270.123(a)(3) · 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 in § 3270.124(f) (relating to emergency contact information).
The files for Children #1, #2, #3, #4 and #5 lacked approved developmental assessments addressing the child's growth and development. The files contained Ages and Stages which are a screening tool and not an acceptable assessment.
Corrected by Feb 12, 2024
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3270.124(b)(7) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
The emergency contact form for Child #5 lacked an address for one of the release persons listed.
Corrected by Jan 29, 2024
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3270.151(c)(3)/3270.151(c)(5) · An adult health assessment must include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination. An adult health assessment must include the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care.
The health assessment on file for Staff Person #7 lacked information related to an assessment for communicable diseases and the results and the physician's assessment of their suitability to provide child care.
Corrected by Feb 16, 2024
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3270.166(4) · Disposable nursers and bottles shall be labeled with the child's name.
Four unlabeled bottles were observed in the refrigerator in Classroom #3.
Corrected by Jan 29, 2024
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3270.181(c) · A parent is required to review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information.
The updates to the emergency contact forms and financial agreements for Children #1, #2, #3 and #4 exceeded 6 months between updates in November 2022 and November 2023 for Children #1, #3 and #4 and January 2023 and November 2023 for Child #2.
Corrected by Jan 29, 2024
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3270.192(2)(ii) · A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.
The file for Staff Person #6 lacked verification of education to qualify them for a position at the facility.
Corrected by Jan 30, 2024
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3270.192(5) · A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
The file for Staff Person #1 lacked two written, nonfamily references. The file for Staff Person #6 lacked one of their two written, nonfamily references.
Corrected by Jan 31, 2024
- Violation
3270.27(a)(6) · Emergency drills shall be conducted annually. Annual emergency drills shall be documented and on file at the facility.
The facility began operating on 11.21.2022. An emergency drill was not completed until 12.20.2023. This was not within 12 months of beginning operation.
Corrected by Jan 29, 2024
- Violation
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) · 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 facility exceeded 30 days between smoke alarm testing on 12.1.23 and 1.11.24.
Corrected by Jan 29, 2024
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3270.82(h) · 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.
A hand washing sign was missing from the toilet in the restroom in Classroom #2
Corrected by Feb 16, 2023
- Violation
3270.14/3270.21 · 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. Until such time as the required pre-service trainings are completed, staff person #1, #4, #5 and #7 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an AGS, who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise staff person #1, #4, #5 and #7, staff person #1, #4, #5 and #7 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.
Staff person #1, #4, #5 and #7 were observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #4 and #7 have not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: (3270.31(f)(1-10). Facility Person #5 has not completed the following pre-service training prior to caring for children unsupervised (3270.31(f)(1-9). Staff Person #1 has not completed the following pre-service prior to caring for children unsupervised (updated 2022 1-hour health and safety training). Staff Person #7 has also not completed the following pre-service training (mandated reporter training). The facility lacked a policy on the Prevention of Shaken Baby and Abusive Head Trauma as required by Federal Regulation.
Corrected by Feb 25, 2023
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3270.32(a) · 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.
The disclosure statements on file for Staff Person's #3, #6, #7 and #8 lacked a witness signature. Staff Person #9, a provisional hire who lacked a completed NSOR Certificate, was observed to be alone with children. The file for Staff Person #4 lacked a State Police Clearance that had been completed for employment purposes at the time of hire. The State Police Clearance accepted at the time of hire was completed for Volunteer purposes. A State Police Clearance for employment purposes was not on file until 49 days after starting at the facility.
Corrected by Feb 16, 2023
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3270.106(a) · Individual, clean, age-appropriate rest equipment shall be provided for preschool, toddler and infant children as agreed between the child's parent and the operator. The rest equipment shall be labeled for the use of a specific child and used only by the specified child.
Two unlabeled rest mats were observed in the Toddler areas in Classroom #1. Two unlabeled sleeping bags were observed in Classroom #2.
Corrected by Feb 16, 2023
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3270.111(c) · Daily activities shall promote the development of skills, social competence and self-esteem. Daily experiences shall recognize the child as an individual and give some choice of activities that respect personal privacy, lifestyle and cultural background.
A daily activities schedule was not posted in the Classroom #3 (Infants).
Corrected by Feb 16, 2023
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3270.124(e) · A written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency shall be displayed conspicuously in every child care space and shall accompany a staff person who leaves on an excursion with children.
The written emergency transportation plan was not posted in Classroom #1.
Corrected by Feb 16, 2023
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3270.133(2) · A staff person shall administer a prescription medication only if written instructions are provided from the individual who prescribed the medicine. Instructions for administration contained on a prescription label are acceptable.
Written instructions from the physician were missing for an Albuterol Inhaler observed in the children's medication box in the office.
Corrected by Feb 16, 2023
- Violation
3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2) · 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.
The file for Facility Person #2 and #4 lacked an initial health assessment and tuberculosis screening within 12 months prior to starting at the facility. The health assessment on file for Facility Person #4 was completed 56 days and the tuberculosis screening was completed 59 days after starting at the facility.
Corrected by Mar 27, 2023
- Violation
3270.151(c)(3)/3270.151(c)(5) · An adult health assessment must include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination. An adult health assessment must include the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care.
The health assessment on file for Facility Person #4 lacked information related to an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination and the physician's assessment of their suitability to provide childcare.
Corrected by Mar 15, 2023
- Violation
3270.192(2)(ii) · A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.
The file for Facility Person #7 lacked verification of education prior to starting at the facility. The file for Facility Persons #3 lacked verification of hours to qualify them for the position they were reported to be hired to perform.
Corrected by Mar 27, 2023
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3270.192(5) · A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
The file for Facility Person's #6 and #8 lacked two written, nonfamily references. The file for Facility Person #7 lacked one of their two written nonfamily references.
Corrected by Mar 27, 2023
- Violation
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) · 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 facility exceeded 30 days between testing the smoke alarms on 12.15.22 and 2.6.23.
Corrected by Feb 16, 2023
- Violation
3270.14/3270.21 · 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.
The emergency plan lacked continuity of operations in the aftermath of a disaster at the facility.
Corrected by Nov 14, 2022
- Violation
3270.76 · 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.
In the upper restroom between Classrooms #2 and #3 the door was observed to be damaged causing splintering wood. The bolts on the toilet on the right in Classroom #1 was observed to have large rounded screws exposed which could create a hazard to the children using the restroom.
Corrected by Nov 14, 2022
- Violation
3270.82(h) · 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.
Hand washing signs were missing from a toilet and sink in the left restroom and from the toilet and the changing area in the right restroom in Classroom #1. A handwashing sign was also missing from the changing table and sink in Classroom #1.
Corrected by Nov 14, 2022
- Violation
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) · 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 facility lacked proof of purchase of the interconnected smoke detection system.
Corrected by Nov 14, 2022
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Generated from this facility's specific inspection record
- 1The Jan 23, 2026 inspection noted: “There was an uncovered protective outlet in the preschool room accessible to children 5 years of age or younger. There was an uncovered protective outlet in the…” — what has changed since then?
- 2The Aug 27, 2025 inspection noted: “The file for staff # 1 lacked training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment, on an annual basis and at the time of each plan update.” — what has changed since then?
- 3The Jan 15, 2025 inspection noted: “Staff # 3 was observed working alone with 9 Preschool aged children. Staff # 3 lacked complete preservice training: Health and Safety training. The facility…” — what has changed since then?
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