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Hart 2 Heart Childcare Llc

Mc Kees Rocks, PA · Allegheny County
295 Broadway Ave, Mc Kees Rocks, PA 15136
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Subsidized Program
Participates
Food Program
Does not participate
State Rating
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295 Broadway Ave
Mc Kees Rocks, PA 15136
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Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
CER-00257302
License Issued
Jun 13, 2026
Active Through
Jun 13, 2027
Issued By
Pennsylvania Department of Education and Public Welfare
District Office
Early Learning Resource Center for Region 5

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Hart 2 Heart Childcare Llc is a Child Care Center in Mc Kees Rocks PA. The provider also participates in a subsidized child care program.

Hours of Operation

  • Days of Operation Monday–Friday

Inspection/Report History

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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2026-03-20 Renewal 3270.107 - Refrigerator Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.107

Description: Refrigerator

Noncompliance Area: In the older toddler room, the refrigerator that stores food that is served to children enrolled at the facility lacked a thermometer.

Correction Required: A facility shall have an operable, clean refrigerator used to store potentially hazardous foods. The refrigerator shall be capable of maintaining food at 45° F or below. An operating thermometer shall be placed in the refrigerator.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Immediately upon discovery, the Director and staff placed an operating thermometer in the refrigerator and verified that the temperature was at or below 45°F to ensure proper food storage.
2026-03-20 Renewal 3270.151(a) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(a)

Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #1 had health assessments that exceeded 24 months between assessments.

Correction Required: 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Upon discovery, the Director ensured that the staff member's health assessment was updated already by the time of inspection, and documentation will be maintained in the staff file.
2026-03-20 Renewal 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.66(a)

Description: Locked or inaccessible

Noncompliance Area: In the older toddler room, there was an open bag of Road Runner Ice Melt on the floor near the front door that was labeled "Keep out of reach of children" and was accessible to children.

Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Upon discovery, the Director and classroom staff immediately removed the open bag of ice melt from the classroom floor and placed it in a secure, locked area inaccessible to children. Staff were reminded at that time of proper storage procedures for all hazardous materials.
2026-03-20 Renewal 3270.69(b) - 110º F or less Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.69(b)

Description: 110º F or less

Noncompliance Area: In the older toddler room, the water temperature at the sink that children use to wash their hands was 141° F.

Correction Required: Hot water temperature, in areas accessible to children, may not exceed 110° F.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The Director turned off the hot water at the sink to eliminate the risk of exposure to unsafe temperatures, ensuring that only cold water is accessible to children while corrective measures are being implemented.
2026-03-20 Renewal 3270.76 - Building Surfaces Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.76

Description: Building Surfaces

Noncompliance Area: In the older toddler room, there was a damaged ceiling tile that was observed.

Correction Required: 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Upon discovery, the Director secured the area with the damaged ceiling tile and scheduled it for repair or replacement to eliminate any potential hazard.
2026-03-20 Renewal 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.77(a)

Description: No peeling paint or plaster

Noncompliance Area: In the infant room, there were a few areas of peeling paint on the right wall. In the young toddler room, there was one area of peeling paint on the baseboard on the back wall.

Correction Required: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The Director addressed the areas of peeling paint in the infant and young toddler rooms by removing the damaged paint and scheduling repairs and repainting to ensure a safe environment.
2026-03-20 Renewal 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) - Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)

Description: Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance

Noncompliance Area: According to the log, the operator did not manually test the interconnected fire detection system in the facility at least once every 30 days between 1-16-26 to 2-26-26.

Correction Required: 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Upon discovery, the Director and/or designated staff immediately tested the interconnected fire detection system and documented the results to ensure it is functioning properly and in compliance with the required 30-day testing schedule.
2025-03-27 Renewal 3270.123(a)(3) - Services proceeded Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(3)

Description: Services proceeded

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #3 lacked a current child service report updated within the last 6 months.

Correction Required: 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).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
- New Child Service Reports will be completed for child #3 by May 2, 2025, ensuring they reflect each child's current developmental progress, needs, and goals. - The updated reports will be reviewed with parents and signed copies will be placed in each child's file.
2025-03-27 Renewal 3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Mantoux TB Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2)

Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Mantoux TB

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #1 had a health assessment and tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method that were dated after providing initial service in a child care setting at the facility.

Correction Required: 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
- Staff person #1's health assessment and Mantoux TB screening were completed and placed in their file on February 20, 2025, by the Owner/Director. - Staff person #1 has been fully cleared and is in compliance with all health-related employment requirements by the Owner/Director.
2025-03-27 Renewal 3270.181(c) - Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.181(c)

Description: Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

Noncompliance Area: The file for child #4 lacked a current emergency contact form and agreement updated by the parent within the last 6 months. The file for child #1 had an agreement that exceeded 6 months between updates by the parent.

Correction Required: 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
- The parent for child #4 will review and update the emergency contact form and agreement. - The agreement for child #1 has been updated.
2025-03-27 Renewal 3270.27(a)(2) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(a)(2)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: The facility's emergency plan lacked a plan that provides for evacuation of children to a location away from the facility premises.

Correction Required: The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations for evacuation of children from the facility building and evacuation of children to a location away from the facility premises. The evacuation routes and evacuation plans to exit the building may be the same as those required by §3270.94 (relating to fire drills).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
- The emergency plan was updated to include detailed procedures for evacuating children both from the building and to an off-site location in the event of an emergency. - The updated plan includes transportation accommodations for all age groups, including evacuation cribs and strollers for infants and toddlers. - Evacuation routes from the building, as used in monthly fire drills in accordance with §3270.94, are included in the plan. - The revised plan will be distributed to all staff and families on May 2, 2025 and staff will be trained on the updated procedures the same day.
2025-03-27 Renewal 3270.27(e) - Letter to parents Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(e)

Description: Letter to parents

Noncompliance Area: The operator's letter provided to the parent of each enrolled child explaining the emergency procedures lacked the accommodations for infants and toddlers.

Correction Required: The operator shall provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining the emergency procedures. The operator shall also provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining any subsequent update to the plan.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The Owner/Director has updated the emergency procedures letter to include detailed protocols specifically addressing the safe evacuation, relocation, and supervision of infants and toddlers during all emergencies (e.g., fire, severe weather, lockdowns, medical incidents). Accommodations now clearly stated in the letter include: - Use of evacuation cribs or safe carrying methods for non-walking children. - Designated staff responsibilities for infants and toddlers during emergencies. - Additional comfort and calming strategies for this age group during drills and real events. A revised copy of the emergency procedures letter will be distributed to all currently enrolled families on May 2, 2025.
2025-03-27 Renewal 3270.31(e)/3270.192(2)(iii) - Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(e)/3270.192(2)(iii)

Description: Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #2 lacked 10 of the 12 required hours of annual child care training.

Correction Required: A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
- Staff person #2 has enrolled in approved child care training courses and is currently completing the remaining 10 required hours. They will be completed by May 2, 2025. - Documentation of all completed training hours, including certificates of completion, will be placed in the staff file.
2025-03-27 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: The file for staff person #2 had an NSOR verification certificate dated 2-26-20 and lacked a current NSOR verification certificate updated within the last 60 months. The file for staff person #1 had a state police clearance, child abuse clearance, FBI clearance, and NSOR verification certificate that were dated after their start date.

Correction Required: 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 #2 may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
- A new NSOR verification for Staff #2 was emailed and requested on March 27, 2025, and obtained on April 1, 2025, to ensure compliance with the 60-month renewal requirement by the Owner/Director. Staff person #2 did not work in a child care position until the NSOR verification certificate was received. - For Staff #1, all clearances and verifications (state police, child abuse, FBI, and NSOR) are now on file and dated. Moving forward, no employee will be permitted to start work before all required clearances are received and verified by the Owner/Director.
2025-03-27 Renewal 3270.91(a) - Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.91(a)

Description: Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed

Noncompliance Area: In the school-age/preschool room, the hallway leading to the backdoor exit to the facility was obstructed by a stack of foam floor tiles, a basketball hoop, and a carpet cleaner.

Correction Required: Stairways, hallways, exits from rooms, exits from the facility and other means of egress serving as an exit shall be unobstructed.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
- All obstructive items were immediately removed from the hallway leading to the exit on March 27, 2025. - The back exit route was thoroughly inspected to ensure it was completely clear and compliant with emergency standards. - Items previously stored in this area were relocated to appropriate storage spaces away from exit pathways.

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