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A Child Care Llc
2510 Brownsville Rd, Pittsburgh PA 15210 · License #CER-00243248 · Child Care Center
Contact
- Phone
- (412) 882-4005
- Website
- apluschildcarellc.com
- Address
- 2510 Brownsville Rd, Pittsburgh PA 15210 · Directions
Hours
Not published by the state. Owners can add hours via profile claim.
Care & schedule
When they operate
Ages served
- 1-Star quality rating
- Accepts Child Care Works subsidy
- Licensed for 94 children
How this facility compares
Violations per inspection, 3-yrInspection history & violations
Source: Pennsylvania DHS, Office of Child Development and Early Learning- Violation
3270.123(b) · A parent shall receive the original agreement. The facility shall retain a copy of the agreement.
The agreement form on file for Child #1 - Child #5 was the original agreement, not a copy.
Corrected by Mar 5, 2026
- Violation
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · 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.
The file for Staff #1 contained an NSOR /clearance after the start date with children. The two most recent child abuse clearances on file for Staff #3 are dated 8/24/20 and 1/28/26, more than 60 months apart.
Corrected by Mar 21, 2026
- Violation
3270.36(b)(5) · An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children.
The file for Staff #1, identified as an assistant group supervisor, contained a high school diploma but lacked documentation of a total of 2 years' experience with children.
Corrected by Mar 21, 2026
- Violation
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.
In the Preschool space, a bag of Miracle Grow, labeled keep out of the reach of children, was observed on the floor near the art supplies and accessible to children.
Corrected by Mar 5, 2026
- 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 Front Room, a loose screw was observed at the bottom of the gate, and not in good repair.
Corrected by Mar 5, 2026
- 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 Front Room, peeling green paint was observed on the outlet cover on the back wall. In the boy's bathroom, damaged plaster/drywall was observed in the last stall near the toilet paper dispenser.
Corrected by Mar 5, 2026
- Violation
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 Middle Room (right), a green bin was observed to be cracked with sharp edges, which could cause injury.
Corrected by Mar 5, 2026
- Violation
3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2) · An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission. A child's record shall contain the dates of application, admission and withdrawal of the child.
The agreement form for Child #3 lacked the date of the child's admission.
Corrected by Mar 5, 2026
- Violation
3270.124(b)(2) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.
The emergency contact form for Child #3 lacked the child's physician's name, physician's address, and physician's phone number. The emergency contact form for Child #4 lacked the child's physician's address.
Corrected by Mar 25, 2026
- Violation
3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3) · Emergency contact information must include the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care. A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission.
The emergency contact form for Child #3 lacked written parental consent for emergency medical care.
Corrected by Mar 25, 2026
- Violation
3270.124(b)(5) · Emergency contact information must include information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant or CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation.
The emergency contact form for Child #4 lacked the health insurance coverage name.
Corrected by Mar 25, 2026
- Violation
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 #4 lacked the address and phone number of the child's release person(s).
Corrected by Mar 25, 2026
- Violation
3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) · The parent shall update in writing emergency contact information once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information. 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 most recent emergency contact review on file for Child #1 is dated 6/3/25, more than 6 months prior to the date of inspection. The most recent emergency contact review on file for Child #2 is dated 6/9/25, more than 6 months prior to the date of inspection. The most recent emergency contact review on file for Child #4 is dated 6/10/25, more than 6 months prior to the date of inspection.
Corrected by Mar 25, 2026
- 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 two most recent health report forms on file for Child #2 are dated 3/13/23 and 5/12/25, more than 12 months apart. The most recent health report form on file for Child #5 is dated 7/10/23, more than 12 months prior to the date of inspection.
Corrected by May 13, 2026
- Violation
3270.131(d)(5) · A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP. Child #5 must be dismissed from care by close of business on 3/3/26 and may only return when the immunization record is updated, or when the parent provides a written, signed exemption letter.
The immunization record on file for Child #5, who is 4 years old, includes 3 out of 4 DTAP immunizations and 1 out of 2 Hepatitis A immunizations recommended for a child this age by the ACIP
Corrected by Mar 25, 2026
- Violation
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) · 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. A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.
The file for Staff #1 contained a staff health assessment form dated 11/24/25, after the start date with children. The most recent staff health assessment on file for Staff #3 is dated 1/4/24, more than 24 months prior to the date of inspection. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)
Corrected by Mar 20, 2026
- Violation
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 most recent agreement form review on file for Child #5 is dated 6/19/25, more than 6 months prior to the date of inspection.
Corrected by Mar 25, 2026
- Violation
3270.182(5) · A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission.
The emergency contact form for Child #3 lacked written parental consent for administration of minor first aid procedures by facility staff.
Corrected by Mar 25, 2026
- Violation
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's emergency plan did not include accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
Corrected by Mar 25, 2026
- Violation
3270.27(a)(6) · Emergency drills shall be conducted annually. Annual emergency drills shall be documented and on file at the facility.
The most recent emergency drill on file at the facility is dated 2/17/25, more than 12 months prior to the date of inspection.
Corrected by Mar 5, 2026
- Violation
3270.131(a)/3270.182(1) · 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. A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports.
The file for Child #3, enrolled for more than 60 days, did not contain an initial health assessment.
Corrected by Mar 5, 2026
- Violation
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · 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.
The file for Staff #1 lacked a disclosure statement.
Corrected by Aug 18, 2025
- Violation
3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) · An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children. 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 2 years' experience with children.
Corrected by Aug 18, 2025
- 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.
At the time of inspection, the ceiling in the Pink Room was observed to be leaking water and draining into buckets on the floor.
Corrected by Sep 5, 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 Pink Room, pink paint to the right of the half wall was observed to be peeling.
Corrected by Sep 5, 2025
- Violation
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.
Corrected by Aug 18, 2025
- Violation
3270.94(a)(1) · The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that fire drills are conducted at least once every 60 days.
The facility's most recent documented fire drill is dated 2/15/25, more than 60 days prior.
Corrected by Aug 18, 2025
- 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's most recent documented fire alarm test is dated 3/1/25, more than 30 days prior.
Corrected by Aug 18, 2025
- 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 facility's emergency plan lacked information regarding continuity of operations.
Corrected by Apr 30, 2025
- Violation
3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services. LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Staff #1 and Staff #2 -- may not work in a childcare position at the facility.
The file for Staff #1 contained an NSOR clearance dated 3/6/20, more than 60 months prior. The file for Staff #2 contained an NSOR clearance dated 3/5/20, more than 60 months prior.
Corrected by Apr 11, 2025
- 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 most recent staff evaluation on file for Staff #4 is dated 8/16/23, more than 12 months prior.
Corrected by Apr 11, 2025
- 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.
During the renewal inspection on 3/28/25, it was observed that the windows and walls on the left side of the front room were damaged from a vehicular accident and were not in good repair.
Corrected by Jun 16, 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 sand table area, a hole in the plaster along the baseboard was observed. In the bathroom (right), peeling paint was observed behind the left sink. During the renewal inspection on 3/28/25, it was observed that the windows and walls on the left side of the front room were damaged from a vehicular accident, resulting in peeling and damaged plaster.
Corrected by Apr 11, 2025
- 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.
In the bathroom (left), the changing table lacked a handwashing sign.
Corrected by Apr 11, 2025
- Violation
3270.124(b)(3) · Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
The emergency contact forms for Child #1, Child #3, Child #4, and Child #5 lacked the enrolling parent's work address and work phone number.
Corrected by Apr 30, 2025
- Violation
3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3) · Emergency contact information must include the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care. A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission.
The emergency contact form for Child #1 lacked written parental consent for emergency medical care.
Corrected by Apr 30, 2025
- Violation
3270.124(b)(5) · Emergency contact information must include information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant or CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation.
The emergency contact form for Child #4 lacked information regarding special needs, specified by the child's parent.
Corrected by Apr 11, 2025
- Violation
3270.124(c) · When children are in the facility, emergency contact information shall be present in a child care space for children receiving care in the space.
The front classroom lacked emergency contact forms for two children observed to be receiving care.
Corrected by Apr 11, 2025
- 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 most recent health report form on file or Child #2 is dated 5/3/23, more than 12 months prior. The most recent health report form on file for Child #3 is dated 3/13/23, more than 12 months prior. The most recent health report form on file for Child #4 is dated 7/10/23, more than 12 months prior. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)
Corrected by Jun 16, 2025
- Violation
3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(1) · A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP. The facility shall require the parent to provide updated written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of ongoing vaccines administered to an infant, toddler or preschool child in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP.
The file for Child #2 (PS) lacked an immunization record. The immunization record for Child #4 (PS) lacked 1 dose of DTAP and 1 dose of Hepatitis A, with no exemption on file. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)
Corrected by Jun 30, 2025
- Violation
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) · 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. A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.
The two most recent health assessments for Staff #1 are dated 2/10/23 and 3/24/25, more than 24 months apart.
Corrected by Jun 16, 2025
- Violation
3270.31(f)(10) · Staff persons shall complete professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire.
The file for Staff #3, employed more than 90 days, lacked a First Aid/CPR training.
Corrected by Apr 11, 2025
- Violation
3270.94(a)(1) · The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that fire drills are conducted at least once every 60 days.
The facility's fire drill log included dates 3/28/24 and 6/26/24, more than 60 days apart.
Corrected by Apr 11, 2025
- 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's fire detection log included dates 9/20/24 and 10/29/24, more than 30 days apart.
Corrected by Apr 11, 2025
- Violation
3270.131(a)/3270.182(1) · 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. A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports.
The file for Child #1, enrolled more than 60 days, lacked an initial health report.
Corrected by Jun 16, 2025
- 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 lacked documentation of completing an emergency drill in the last 12 months.
Corrected by Apr 8, 2024
- Violation
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.
A reusable spray bottle containing cleaning materials was not labeled. The bottle was observed on a shelf in the rear of the preschool room.
Corrected by Apr 11, 2024
- Violation
3270.82(i) · A toilet area, training chair area, diapering area and sink area shall be equipped with a clean, lidded waste receptacle.
The sink areas and the diapering areas in the 2 restrooms lacked lidded waste receptacles.
Corrected by Apr 12, 2024
- Violation
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.
During naptime, two young toddlers were observed using plastic molded one-piece rockers as rest equipment. When asked if this equipment was agreed upon with the parents, staff stated they did not know.
Corrected by Apr 11, 2024
- Violation
3270.133(4) · Medication shall be stored in a locked area of the facility or in an area that is out of the reach of children.
An albuterol inhaler was observed in an unlocked drawer of the desk in the entry area.
Corrected by Apr 12, 2024
- Violation
3270.113(a)(1) · Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises.
At approximately 9:25AM staff #1 and staff #2 were observed in the front child care room with 8 children (4 older toddlers, 3 young toddlers and 1 preschool child). When asked to identify the children they were assigned to supervise, staff #1 named 4 children. Staff #2 named 4 children, however 2 of these were already named by staff #1. Staff were again asked to identify the children they were assigned to supervise. Staff #1 named 4 children. Staff #2 named 4 children, again naming 2 children that were already named by staff #1. Both attempts by staff to identify the children assigned to them resulted in child #1 not being identified by either staff person.
Corrected by Apr 12, 2024
- Violation
3270.123(a)(1) · An agreement shall specify the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week.
The agreement for child #1 did not specify the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week.
Corrected by Apr 12, 2024
- Violation
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 file for child #5 did not contain documentation of a child service report shared with the parent in the last 6 months.
Corrected by Apr 12, 2024
- Violation
3270.124(b)(2) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.
The emergency contact forms for children #2 and #3 did not include the address and/or phone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.
Corrected by Apr 12, 2024
- Violation
3270.124(b)(6) · Emergency contact information must include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.
The emergency contact forms for children #2, #4, and #5 did not include health insurance coverage and/or policy numbers.
Corrected by Apr 12, 2024
- Violation
3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) · The parent shall update in writing emergency contact information once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information. 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 files for children #2 and #3 contained emergency contact forms and agreements which were reviewed and signed by the parents more than 6 months apart. The documents are now current.
Corrected by Apr 12, 2024
- Violation
3270.94(a)(1) · The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that fire drills are conducted at least once every 60 days.
Based on the facility's fire drill log, two sets of consecutive drills conducted in the past 12 months were done more than 60 days apart. Documentation of a current drill is now on file.
Corrected by Apr 12, 2024
- Violation
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 facility's current certificate of compliance was not posted. The posted certificate expired 6/16/23.
Corrected by Apr 12, 2024
- Violation
3270.131(a)/3270.182(1) · 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. A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports.
The file for child #1 contained an initial health report dated more than 60 days after their first day in attendance. The health report is now current.
Corrected by Apr 12, 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 #2 lacked an evaluation completed within the past 12 months. The most recent evaluation on file was dated 12/02/21.
Corrected by Apr 14, 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.
Staff #2 and #3 did not complete the one-hour updated health and safety training course, Pennsylvania Health and Safety Update 2022 by the deadline of 12/30/22 as set forth in Announcement C-22-06. The files for both staff now have completed training on file dated 2/30/23.
Corrected by Feb 3, 2023
- Violation
3270.31(f)/3270.192(2)(iii) · Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.
Staff #1 did not complete training in health and safety topics 1-9 within 90 days of hire. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET) The training was dated 2/16/23.
Corrected by Feb 16, 2023
- Violation
3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Staff person #3 will have until 4/04/23 to complete the mandated reporter training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #3 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an AGS staff person who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise staff person #3, then staff person #3 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.
Staff person #3 has not completed mandated reporter training within the last 60 months. This is evidenced by the previously documented mandated reporter training on file being dated 10/25/17.
Corrected by Mar 17, 2023
- Violation
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · 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. Staff Person #3 may not work in a child care position at the facility.
The file for staff #3 contained an invalid state police clearance dated 5/12/21. The attachment indicated on the clearance was not on file.
Corrected by Apr 21, 2023
- Violation
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.
Two reusable spray bottles observed in the restrooms lacked labels specifying the contents. The bottles were labeled only as "cleaning".
Corrected by Mar 31, 2023
- Violation
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 safety straps on two wall mounted folding changing tables were not functional. On one changing table, 1 of the 2 straps was missing the plastic buckle that should be at the end. The second changing table had no straps. Two cracked yellow scoopers were observed in the sand tables.
Corrected by May 31, 2023
- Violation
3270.102(a)/3270.103 · 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. Toys and objects with a diameter of less than 1 inch, objects with removable parts that have a diameter of less than 1 inch, plastic bags and styrofoam objects may not be accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths.
Torn seams, which exposed the inner foam filling, were observed on 4 nap mats in the PS area and 2 in the toddler area. Torn plastic, which exposed the inner foam filling, was also observed on a high chair cover in the common area.
Corrected by Mar 31, 2023
- Violation
3270.124(b)(1) · Emergency contact information must include the name and birth date of the child.
The file for child #3 contained emergency contact information with an incorrect date of birth.
Corrected by Apr 30, 2023
- Violation
3270.124(b)(2) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.
The files for children #3 and #5 contained emergency contact information which did not include the address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.
Corrected by Apr 30, 2023
- Violation
3270.124(b)(3) · Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
The files for children #4 and #5 contained emergency contact information which did not include the work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
Corrected by Apr 30, 2023
- Violation
3270.124(b)(6) · Emergency contact information must include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.
The file for child #3 contained emergency contact information which did not include the health insurance policy number for the child.
Corrected by Apr 30, 2023
- Violation
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 files for children #2 and #3 contained emergency contact information which did not include the addresses and phone numbers of the individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Corrected by Apr 30, 2023
- Violation
3270.131(a)/3270.182(1) · 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. A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports.
The files for children #3, #4, and #5, all enrolled over 60 days, did not contain health reports.
Corrected by Apr 30, 2023
- Violation
3270.32(a)/3270.192(2)(iii) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.
The staff file for Staff person #1 contained current mandated reporter training dated 5/10/21 which was not renewed within 60 months from the previously existing certificate dated 4/5/16.
Corrected by May 10, 2021
- Violation
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 staff file for Staff person #4, who has a hire date of 3/9/22, lacked documentation of having received emergency plan training at time of hire.
Corrected by Apr 8, 2022
- Violation
3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.31(h) · Competence is the completion of training by a professional in the field of first-aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). All staff persons shall renew their certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on or before the expiration of the most current certification. All staff persons shall complete the professional development under subsection (f): Pediatric First Aid and Pediatric CPR.
The staff file for Staff person #1 and Staff person #3 contained current first-aid/CPR trainings dated 2/25/22, which were not renewed on or before the expiration of the previous training certificates on file dated 12/20/19.
Corrected by Feb 25, 2022
- Violation
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) · 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.
The staff file for Staff person #1 and Staff person #3 lacked annual fire safety training for 2021; the last two documented trainings on file were dated 12/31/20 and 2/26/22.
Corrected by Feb 26, 2022
- Violation
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person #4 -- may not work at the facility. 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 #4 --- may not work at the facility.
The staff file for Staff person #1 contained an updated State Police clearance and an updated Child Abuse clearance dated 4/30/21, as well as an updated FBI clearance dated 5/1/21 all of which were not renewed within 60 months of the previously dated 3/16/16 State Police and Child Abuse clearance and previously dated 4/2/16 FBI clearance expiring. The staff file for Staff person #2, who has a start date working with children of 5/9/21, contained a National Sex Offender Registry (NSOR) certificate dated 3/15/22 which was not obtained within 90 days of hire. The staff file for Staff person #3 contained a current FBI clearance dated 5/3/21 which was not renewed within 60 months of the previously dated 1/21/16 FBI clearance expiring. The staff file for Staff person #4, who has a hire date of 3/9/22, lacked a valid FBI clearance and NSOR certificate on file.
Corrected by Apr 4, 2022
- Violation
3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) · An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children.A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.
The staff file for Staff person #2, who is considered an assistant group supervisor, contained an employee verification form that lacked the amount of hours per week worked thus unable to determine if this staff person has the two years of child care experience required.
Corrected by Apr 4, 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 Green Room, a section of the carpet located to the right of the eating area near the Lego block area was observed to be frayed and detached from the floor causing a potential tripping hazard to the toddlers who receive care in that room.
Corrected by Apr 4, 2022
- Violation
3270.123(a)(1) · An agreement shall specify the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week.
The child file for Child #3 contained a financial agreement form that lacked the fee amount.
Corrected by Apr 4, 2022
- Violation
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 child file for Child #2 contained an emergency contact form that lacked the phone numbers for three of the individuals listed as the designated release person.
Corrected by Apr 8, 2022
- Violation
3270.131(b)(2) · The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child.
The child file for Child #2, who is a preschool aged child, lacked an update health assessment every 12 months; the last health assessment on file is dated 4/3/19.
Corrected by May 28, 2022
- Violation
3270.131(d)(5) · A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP.
The child file for Child #1, and Child #2 both lacked a copy of their immunization record.
Corrected by May 31, 2022
- Violation
3270.131(e)(1) · The facility shall require the parent to provide updated written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of ongoing vaccines administered to an infant, toddler or preschool child in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP.
The child file for Child #3 lacked a flu shot for 2021. The child file for Child #4 lacked a flu shot for 2021 but has a current flu shot for 2022 on file.
Corrected by May 31, 2022
- Violation
3270.151(c)(3) · An adult health assessment must include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination.
The staff file for Staff person #1 contained a current health assessment dated 9/4/20 that lacked an examination for communicable disease and the results.
Corrected by Apr 15, 2022
- Violation
3270.27(a)(6) · Emergency drills shall be conducted annually. Annual emergency drills shall be documented and on file at the facility.
Staff person #3 self reported that annual emergency drill had not been conducted.
Corrected by Apr 1, 2022
- Violation
3270.31(f)(10)/3270.31(h) · Staff persons shall complete professional development in the following topics within 90 days of the date of hire: pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
The staff file for Staff person #2, who has a hire date of 5/9/21, contained pediatric first-aid/CPR dated 2/25/22 which was not obtained within 90 days of hire.
Corrected by Feb 25, 2022
- Violation
3270.94(a)(1) · The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that fire drills are conducted at least once every 60 days.
Upon review of the facility's fire drill log, the following fire drills were observed to not be conducted at least once every 60 days: 3/5/21 to 5/25/21 (81 days), 5/25/21 to 8/23/21 (90 days), 8/23/21 to 11/22/21 (91 days), 11/22/21 to 2/21/21 (91 days).
Corrected by Mar 31, 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.
Upon review of the facility's 30 day fire testing log, the following tests were observed to have been conducted more than 30 days: 7/9/21 to 8/9/21 (31 days), 8/9/21 to 9/9/21 (31 days), 10/8/21 to 11/8/21 (31 days), 1/7/21 to 2/7/22 (31 days).
Corrected by Mar 31, 2022
- Violation
3270.31(e) · A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.
The staff file for Staff person #1 contained 10 out of 12 hours of child care training for 12/19/20-12/19/21.
Corrected by Apr 8, 2022
- Violation
3270.131(a) · 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.
The child file for Child #1, who has an enrollment date of 11/12/21, lacked an initial health assessment within 90 days; an initial health report dated 3/1/22 is on file. The child file for Child #3, who has an enrollment date of 9/29/21, lacked an initial health assessment within 90 days; an initial health report dated 2/21/22 is on file. The child file for Child #4, who has an enrollment date of 9/7/21, lacked an initial health assessment within 90 days; an initial health report dated 2/26/22 is on file. The child file for Child #9, who has an enrollment date of 7/1/21 lacked an initial health assessment.
Corrected by Apr 4, 2022
Questions to ask on your tour
Generated from this facility's specific inspection record
- 1The Mar 5, 2026 inspection noted: “The agreement form on file for Child #1 - Child #5 was the original agreement, not a copy.” — what has changed since then?
- 2The Aug 13, 2025 inspection noted: “The file for Staff #1 lacked a disclosure statement.” — what has changed since then?
- 3The Mar 28, 2025 inspection noted: “The facility's emergency plan lacked information regarding continuity of operations.” — what has changed since then?
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