Loading
Loading facility…
Pulling inspections, violations, and complaints.
Loading
Pulling inspections, violations, and complaints.
Home › PA › Pittsburgh › Tender Care Learning Centers
5425 Baum Blvd, Pittsburgh PA 15232 · License #CER-00247901 · Center · Child Care Center
Not published by the state. Owners can add hours via profile claim.
When they operate
Ages served
3270.113(a) · TIERED LIS: 1.) Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises. The correction date for this portion of the plan will be immediate. 2.) The legal entity will ensure that all facility persons complete the PA Required Health and Safety for Centers-Group Child Care Part 1 and PA Required Health and Safety for Centers-Group Child Care Part 2 trainings found on Penn State Better Kid Care website within 21 calendar days of the acceptance of this plan of correction. All facility persons who have already completed PA Required Health and Safety for Centers-Group Child Care Part 1 and PA Required Health and Safety for Centers-Group Child Care Part 2 trainings will be required to take the trainings again and provide documentation of completion after the date of the acceptance of this plan of correction. Once all facility persons have completed these required trainings, the legal entity will submit the training certificates for all facility persons to the Western Regional Office within 5 business days of the last date of completion. The operator will provide a date by which these trainings will be completed. 3.) The director, assistant director, and representative(s) from executive leadership will participate in a virtual technical assistance session with the senior health management staff at PA Key to conduct a Root Cause Analysis to determine "next steps" for improving systemic issues regarding supervision and risk management. Discussions can include, but are not limited to, the topics of: active supervision, classroom management, anticipating children's movements, response to child injuries, and creating a safe environment for caring for infants. Prior to attending the TA meeting, the director, assistant director, and representative(s) from executive leadership will be required to watch the video of the incident from 3/23/26 and come to the meeting prepared to discuss. The correction date for this portion of the plan will be based on when this technical assistance training is to be scheduled. 4.) Subsequent to the technical assistance (TA) session, a 2-hour supplemental virtual training regarding infant care will be provided by the PA Key, based on the needs identified during the TA session. At minimum, any staff that can be anticipated to work with infants will attend this training. This training can be counted towards the annual regulatory training requirements in 3270.31(e), as long as proper documentation is obtained. The correction date for this portion of the plan will be after the date of the TA session and when this training is to be scheduled.
Disposition: Compliant - Finalized
Generated from this facility's specific inspection record
Data synced from Pennsylvania DHS, Office of Child Development and Early Learning on Jul 8, 2026 · Source records · Report an error
A child was able to crawl outside of the infant classroom into the hallway unattended. Another child was in a bouncer seat and out of sight of the one staff member that was present who was changing another child's diaper.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 9, 2026
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.113(a)(1) · TIERED LIS: 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. The correction date for this portion of the plan will be immediate. 2.) The facility will participate in an onsite technical assistance consultation with the ELRC #5 coach to assess the infant room layout with the intent to optimize supervision for one or more staff. The correction date for this portion of the plan will be based on when this technical assistance consultation is to be scheduled.
A child was able to crawl outside of the infant classroom into the hallway unattended. Another child was in a bouncer seat and out of sight of the one staff member that was present who was changing another child's diaper.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 8, 2026
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.113(b) · A facility person may not use any form of physical punishment, including spanking a child.
During investigations, Staff #1 was observed roughly handling child#1, this included picking the child up by their clothes and forcefully moving them out into the hallway.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 15, 2026
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(e)(4)(i) · 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. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #1 must be supervised, when interacting with children at a minimum by, an (AGS) who has completed all preservice trainings and has all qualifications to care for children unsupervised. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise staff person #1, staff person #1 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.
Staff person #1 has not completed Pediatric first aid and CPR training on or before expiration of the most current certification. This is evidenced by the previously documented Pediatric first aid and CPR training on file expiring (12/11/25). Documentation of updated Pediatric first aid and CPR training is not on file.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 18, 2025
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.75(c) · A first-aid kit must contain the following: soap, an assortment of adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, tweezers, tape, scissors and disposable, nonporous gloves.
The first aid kit located in the Room 4 lacked tweezers and scissors.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 28, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(e)(4)(i) · 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. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #7 must be supervised, when interacting with children at a minimum by, an (AGS) who has completed all preservice trainings and has all qualifications to care for children unsupervised. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise staff person #7, staff person #7 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.
Staff person #7 has not completed Pediatric first aid and CPR training on or before expiration of the most current certification. This is evidenced by the previously documented Pediatric first aid and CPR training on file expiring (9/2025). Documentation of updated Pediatric first aid and CPR training is not on file.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 16, 2025
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.91(a) · Stairways, hallways, exits from rooms, exits from the facility and other means of egress serving as an exit shall be unobstructed.
A desk was obstructing the walkway from the hallway to the play space exit of the building.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 28, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) · Staff persons shall participate, at least annually, in fire safety training conducted by a fire protection professional. Staff persons and volunteers shall receive training in maintenance of smoke detectors, the duties of facility persons during a fire drill and during a fire and the use of the facility's fire extinguishers, not including discharge of the fire suppressant agent.
The file for Staff #4 contained Fire Safety Trainings that were dated more than 12 months apart.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 11, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services).
The files for Staff #8 and #9 contained mandated reporter training that was not completed within 60 months of the previous training.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 28, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
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. Facility Person #2, #5, and #6 may not work in a childcare position at the facility.
Although the files for Staff#1 and #5 contained an NSOR Certificate at the time of Renewal Inspection it was observed that it was obtained after the first day caring for children. The file for Staff #2 contained an incomplete PA State Police Clearance. The file for Staff #6 contained a disclosure statement that lacked a witness. The file for Staff #5 who has lived in Illinois within the last 5 years did not have the required Illinois Clearances.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 28, 2025
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.65 · Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.
Observed an electrical outlet with one plug in Room 6, beside the refrigerator that was missing a protective outlet covers. This outlet was accessible to children 5 years of age and younger.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 28, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
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 Room 4 there was an unlocked cabinet that contained a large bottle of Fantasik and a spray bottle of Fantasik labeled, "keep out of reach of children" that were on a low shelf accessible the children in care.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 28, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.75(b) · A first-aid kit must be inaccessible to children.
In Room 3 the First aid kit was hanging on a low hook making the first aid kit accessible to children.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 28, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.103 · 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.
Observed multiple colored foam blocks in Room 2 (young toddlers) and Room 4 (older toddlers) that had teeth marks and missing sections. These blocks were accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 28, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(a)(5) · An agreement shall specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
The Agreement for Child #2 lacked the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 28, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 telephone number of the child's physician.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 28, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(b)(1)/3270.182(1) · The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddler. A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports.
The file for Child #2, a Young Toddler, contained Health Reports that were updated in an interval greater than 6 months
Corrected Corrected by Oct 28, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 implement dismissal policies in accordance with the Department of Health regulation in 28 Pa. Code § 27.77 (relating to immunization requirements for children in childcare group settings). Child #1 must be dismissed from care by close of business 10/15/25 and may only return to care when the immunization record is updated or when a parent provides a written, signed exemption letter.
The file for Child #1, enrolled for more that 60 days at the facility, did not contain documentation of a 2nd dose of the Rotavirus vaccination, 2nd dose DTAP vaccination, 2nd dose of HIB vaccination, 2nd dose of Pneumococcal vaccination, and 2nd dose of Polio vaccination as required based on the child's age as per the ACIP recommended schedule.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 28, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(e) · A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.
The file for Staff #3, lacked documentation of 3 hours of the required 12 annual clock hours of childcare training.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 28, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
The restroom in Room 5 contained a toxic sticky bug trap that was on the floor and accessible to the children using this restroom.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 23, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.70(a) · The indoor temperature shall be at least 65° F.
On the day of the Renewal Inspection, the temperature in Room 2 measured 56 degrees and the temperature in Room 6 measured 61 degrees.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 23, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 Room 5 two metal handles came off the upper left cabinets when opened in the food prep area. In Room 3 three door handles were missing from the cabinets in the diapering area.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 3, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.77(a) · Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.
In Room 3 along the far dark gray wall there was chipping paint. In Room 6 there were multiple spots of peeling paint including three spots by the restroom and 2 spots over by the mirror on the outside wall.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 23, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.82(i) · A toilet area, training chair area, diapering area and sink area shall be equipped with a clean, lidded waste receptacle.
The two restrooms in Room 3 contained small waste receptables in which the lid was stuck open preventing the waste receptable from lacking a closed lid.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 23, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 implement dismissal policies in accordance with the Department of Health regulation in 28 Pa. Code § 27.77 (relating to immunization requirements for children in childcare group settings). Child #1 must be dismissed from care by close of business 1/14/25 and may only return to care when the immunization record is updated or when a parent provides a written, signed exemption letter.
The file for Child #1, enrolled for more that 60 days at the facility, did not contain documentation of a 1st dose of the MMR vaccination and a 1st does of the Varicella vaccination as required based on the child's age as per the ACIP recommended schedule.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 23, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3) · 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. 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 chest x-ray results regarding a tb screening but did not contain positive results on the health assessment.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 23, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.192(2)(iv) · A facility person's record shall include acceptable verification of experience, education or training is a transcript or a diploma or a letter signed by a representative of the experiential, educational or training entity.
The file for Staff #1 contained transcripts from Jamacia and their credentials could not be determined.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 23, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
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. Facility Person #1 may not work in a childcare position at the facility.
The file for Staff #1 contained an FBI Clearance that did not include the complete Rap Sheet.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 5, 2024
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.65 · Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.
In Room 1 there were two outlet covers on the surge protector next to the refrigerator that were missing protective outlet covers. In Room 2 there was an outlet cover on the surge protector by the refrigerator that was missing a protective outlet cover. Children 5 years of age and younger are cared for in both of these spaces.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 5, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.151(c)(2) · 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.
Although the file for Staff #2 contained TB screening at the time of the inspection, it was observed that Staff #2 did not have TB screening prior to working with children.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 5, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.192(2)(iv) · A facility person's record shall include acceptable verification of experience, education or training is a transcript or a diploma or a letter signed by a representative of the experiential, educational or training entity.
The file for Staff #3 lacked acceptable verification of experience, education or training in the form of a transcript or a diploma or a letter signed by a representative of the experiential, educational or training entity.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 5, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 last documented smoke detector testing was 9/26/24 which was over 30 days prior to the date of the inspection.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 5, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.77(a) · Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.
In Room 6 there was peeling paint on the wall near the cots.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 28, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.69(b) · Hot water temperature, in areas accessible to children, may not exceed 110° F.
The hot water in Room 3 measured at 110.4° F in the first bathroom and 116.7° F in the second bathroom. The hot water in Room 4 measured at 117.5° F in the first bathroom.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 28, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.103 · 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.
In Room 2 there was a ripped mattress that had exposed foam that was accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 28, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.