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Home › PA › Pittsburgh › Ywca Propel Braddock Hills Early Learning
1500 Yost Blvd Suite 1, Pittsburgh PA 15221 · License #CER-00252543 · Center · Child Care Center
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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.
There was a hole, damaged plaster on the right-side wall in the cafeteria/Gym.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 17, 2026
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
The restroom closed to the classroom 1st stall lacked washing hands sign. The restroom near the gym 1st stall lacked washing hands sign.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 17, 2026
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(a)/3270.131(e) · 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 facility may not accept or retain an infant 2 months of age or older, a toddler or a preschool child at the facility for more than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility unless the parent provides written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of the dates (month, day and year) the child was administered immunizations in accordance with the recommendations of the ACIP.
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
The file for child #1 contains a current health report dated 11/6/25 that was obtain after 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility. The child start date was 8/25/25.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 6, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.21 · Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.
There was a screwdriver in the pencil holder on top of the desk accessible to children.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 11, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.67(d) · Trash that has been contaminated by human secretions or excrement shall be contained in closed, plastic-lined receptacles.
There was a big black unlidded garbage can that contains contaminated by human secretions cups, cereal bowls, spoons, and milk cartons in the room.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 28, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
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 broken plastic bin in the room.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 11, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.108(c) · Styrofoam cups and plates may not be used.
There were Styrofoam plates in the room, the school provides them during meals times.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 12, 2025
Category: nutrition. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 file for child # 1 a preschooler contained a current health report dated 2/4/25 that was not updated within 12 months of the previous report dated 1/25/24.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 12, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(b)(2)/3270.131(e)(3) · 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 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 child care group settings)..Child # 2 must be dismissed from care by close of business 2/11/25 and may only return to care when the immunization records are provided or when a parent provides a written, signed and dated exemption letter
The file for child # 2 a preschooler lacked a current health report; the previous report was dated 10/13/23. The child start date was 9/3/24. The child may not return to care until a current health report is provide.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 28, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.133(5) · Medication shall be stored in accordance with the manufacturer's or health professional's instructions on the original label.
The Aquaphor for child # 3 was expired. The expiration date was 9/24.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 11, 2025
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 report dated 8/8/24 that was not obtained within 24 months from the previous health report dated 3/14/22. The file for staff #3 contained a current health report dated 1/30/25 that was not obtained within 24 months from the previous health report dated 10/28/22.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 11, 2025
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.151(c)(1) · An adult health assessment must include a physical examination.
The file for staff #2 lacked the physical examination.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 28, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.183(a) · Child records are confidential and shall be stored in a locked cabinet.
The child files were not stored in a looked cabinet.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 28, 2025
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.192(2)(iii) · A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.
The file for staff #4 lacked a Child Abuse clearance and current CPR training. The operator was able to obtain a copy from a different location and place it in the file during the renewal inspection.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 11, 2025
Category: background checks. 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 #1 lacked the telephone number of the child's physician.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 27, 2024
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 child care group settings). Child #2 must be dismissed from care by close of business 2/12/24 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 #2, enrolled for more that 60 days at the facility, did not contain documentation of a 3rd and 4th dose of the DTAP vaccination, 3rd dose of HIB, 3rd and 4th dose of Pneumococcal, 3rd dose of Polio, 1st dose of MMR, 1st dose of Varicella, and 1st and 2nd dose of Hep A as required based on the child's age as per the ACIP recommended schedule.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 13, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(d)(7) · A health report shall include a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.
The Health Report for Child #2 lacked a statement indicating the child is able to participate in childcare and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 13, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.27(f) · The operator shall send a copy of the emergency plan and subsequent plan updates to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.
Based on conversations with the operator, the facility did not send a copy of the emergency plan to the county municipality.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 21, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 had not completed the Pennsylvania Health and Safety Updated by the compliance date of 12/30/22 as set forth in Announcement C-22-06.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 20, 2023
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 lacked a written Shaken Baby Policy that included: Recognition of potential signs and symptoms of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma, Strategies for coping with a crying, fussing, or distraught child; and addressing the prevention and identification of child maltreatment. Staff person #2 has not completed the following pre-service training: (Pennsylvania Health and Safety Update).
Corrected Corrected by Feb 20, 2023
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 file for Staff #2 did not contain documentation of training in fire safety in the last year.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 20, 2023
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 file for Staff #3 contained mandated reporter training that had not been completed within 60 months of the previous training.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 23, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 #1 contained a written evaluation that was not conducted within 12 months of hire.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 20, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. 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 two electrical outlets in the cafeteria that lacked protective receptacle covers. These outlets were accessible to children 5 years of age and younger.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 20, 2023
Marked corrected in the state record.
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 did not have a current certificate of compliance posted in a conspicuous location used by parents.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 20, 2023
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.
2nd citation: Based on conversation with the operator, the facility did not have the proof of purchase for the school building's interconnected fire detection system or a current testing letter from a fire safety professional. Previously cited 2/25/22.
Corrected Corrected by May 11, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. 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.
The following items were observed in the facility's outdoor gross motor space: 6 garden rakes, a piece of green plastic fencing and several unwound garden hoses in the middle of the space.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 29, 2022
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.18(a) · The legal entity shall have comprehensive general liability insurance to cover the persons who are on the premises. A current copy of the insurance policy shall be on file at the facility.
The general liability insurance on file at the facility did not include the address of the school building in which the facility operates. It only listed the address for the administrative office of the school district, which is in a different location.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 22, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
There was not documentation of the last two reviews of the facility's emergency plan on site at the time of the inspection.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 29, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 last two fire safety trainings on file for staff person #1 and #4 were dated more than 12 months apart.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 1, 2022
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.
The NSOR certificate in the file for staff person #2 was dated more than 45 days after the individual began working at the facility. The last two state police and child abuse clearances in the file for staff person #4 were dated more than 60 months apart and the individual was not removed from the facility.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 1, 2022
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 last two Mandated Reporter trainings in the file for staff person #1 were dated more than 60 months apart.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 1, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 last evaluation by a director in the file for staff person #4 was dated 7/1/20.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 29, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
There was not a handwashing sign by any of the 3 toilets in the bathroom used by the facility.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 1, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(b) · A parent shall receive the original agreement. The facility shall retain a copy of the agreement.
The agreement in the file for child #1 through #5 included two different colors of ink. Based on conversation with the co-director, the agreement forms were the originals.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 1, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 initial health assessment and TB test in the file for staff person #2 were both dated after the individual began working with children. The last two health assessments in the file for staff person #1 and #3 were dated more than 24 months apart.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 1, 2022
Category: ratio. 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.
The initial health assessment and TB test in the file for staff person #2 were both dated after the individual began working with children
Corrected Corrected by Apr 1, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
Based on review of the facility's emergency plan on site, there was not a statement that the facility did not serve infants or toddlers.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 1, 2022
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.27(a)(6) · Emergency drills shall be conducted annually. Annual emergency drills shall be documented and on file at the facility.
The facility's first emergency drill was documented after 12/19/21.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 1, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(h) · All staff persons shall complete the professional development under subsection (f).
The file for staff person #1 and #3, both employed before 12/19/20, included training in health and safety topics #1 through #9, as required by regulation 31f, that was dated after 6/17/21. The file for staff person #2, employed after 12/19/20, included training in health and safety topics #1 through #9, as required by regulation 31f, that was dated beyond their first 90 days of employment.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 1, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.94(a)(4) · The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that the hypothetical locations of the fire are rotated around the facility for each drill such that the hypothetical location is never the same for consecutive drills.
"Classroom" was listed as the hypothetical location on the fire drill log for all drills dated 12/24/20 to 12/10/21.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 1, 2022
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.
Based on conversation with the operator, the facility did not have the proof of purchase for the school building's interconnected fire detection system or a current testing letter from a fire safety professional.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 22, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.