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Banks Learning Center Five

Duquesne, PA · Allegheny County
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111 Hamilton Ave, Duquesne, PA 15110
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Capacity
72 children
Languages
English, English
Subsidized Program
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Contact Information

📞 (412) 466-1460
111 Hamilton Ave
Duquesne, PA 15110
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✓ Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
CER-00260511
License Issued
Sep 10, 2026
Active Through
Sep 10, 2027
Issued By
Pennsylvania Department of Education and Public Welfare
District Office
Early Learning Resource Center for Region 5

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Alex
2016-03-10 22:43:32
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I am an employee

This place is the worst place I have eveer worked at. Unorganized, dirty, teachers yelling at kids and each other. Owner will screw you over with your paycheck, Did not pay me overtime and still has not given me m last paycheck, this place isnt even licensed anymore

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Carmella Pucci
2015-12-30 01:11:12
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Just what to expect from this community: dirty, run down, half cooked food, kids aren't taken outside, kids aggressive with each other and staff...how is this place licensed? Someone needs to audit the licensing office...Kids in Duquesne deserve better than this ..."educational center"....Yeah, right....

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At Love and Care Educational Center our role and responsiblity is to educate and provide quality childcare services to meet the needs of the children at our center. Our curriculum is designed to help the needs of children from birth to age twelve. Each child has different needs. At Love and Care Educational Center, we follow the National Association for the Education of Young Children standards, to promote a framework for best practices. Also, we implement the Keystone Stars research-based best practices. To promote quality early learning environment and postitive child outcomes. As with these Early Childhood Organizations, Love and Care promotes and implement these views.

Hours of Operation

  • Monday6:00 AM - 6:00 AM
  • Tuesday6:00 AM - 6:00 AM
  • Wednesday6:00 AM - 6:00 AM
  • Thursday6:00 AM - 6:00 AM
  • Friday6:00 AM - 6:00 AM
  • Saturday 6:00 AM - 6:00 AM
  • Sunday Closed

Inspection/Report History

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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2026-06-29 Renewal 3270.131(a)/3270.182(1) - Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(a)/3270.182(1)

Description: Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports

Noncompliance Area: The Initial Child Health Report for Child(ren) #1, enrolled for more than 60 days, was lacking from the child file. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)

Correction Required: 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At BLC the Director got the missing physical and placed in the file.
2026-06-29 Renewal 3270.32(a) - Comply with CPSL Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)

Description: Comply with CPSL

Noncompliance Area: The last two Mandated Reporter Trainings for Staff Person(s) #2 were dated (06.03.2020 and more than 60 months apart. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At BLC the Director will make sure all mandated reporter trainings are completed on time.
2026-06-29 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(s) for Staff Person(s) #1 and #2 contained Child Abuse Clearances (#1: 02.02.2021 and 06.11.2026) (#2: 02.09.2021 and 06.10.2026) and FBI Clearances (#1: 01.30.2021 and 05.27.2026) and (#2: 03.25.2021 and 06.02.2026) that were dated more than 60 months apart. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At BLC the Director will comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 relating to protective services. The Director assure that all facility person's records will include a copy of request 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.
2026-06-29 Renewal 3270.75(c) - Has all items Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.75(c)

Description: Has all items

Noncompliance Area: In the After School Room #2, the first aid kit lacked assorted bandages. In the Pre-School Room, the first aid kit lacked tape.

Correction Required: A first-aid kit must contain the following: soap, an assortment of adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, tweezers, tape, scissors and disposable, nonporous gloves.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At BLC all missing items were placed in the first aid kit at the time of inspection.
2026-06-29 Renewal 3270.76 - Building Surfaces Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.76

Description: Building Surfaces

Noncompliance Area: The carpet leading into the indoor play space was lifting posing a tripping hazard.

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.)
At BLC during the inspection the carpet was repaired.
2025-06-04 Renewal 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.102(a)

Description: Clean and good repair

Noncompliance Area: In the Infant Room, on a 3-tiered shelf between the windows and restroom was a cracked yellow bin posing a cutting hazard.

Correction Required: 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The bin was replaced at the time of inspection.
2025-06-04 Renewal 3270.106(a) - Clean, age appropriate Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.106(a)

Description: Clean, age appropriate

Noncompliance Area: In all rooms, the rest equipment lacked labels with the names of the specific children.

Correction Required: 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The rest equipment was labeled.
2025-06-04 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 two most recent health assessments for Staff #1 (Dated: 05.2022and 06.2024) and Staff #4 (Dated: 04.2022 and 06.2024) were dated more than 24 months apart.

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.)
The updated health assessments were in the staff files.
2025-06-04 Renewal 3270.31(e) - Age and Training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(e)

Description: Age and Training

Noncompliance Area: Staff Person #1 (2 Hours); Staff #2 (0 Hours); Staff #3 (0 Hours); Staff #4 (6 .5 Hours); Staff #5 (0 Hours) and Staff #6 (O Hours) lacked a minimum of 12 hours of childcare training. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)

Correction Required: A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff will obtain an annual minimum of 12 hours of training.
2025-06-04 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 two most recent Child Abuse Clearances for Staff #2; Staff #4 and Staff #5 were dated more than 60 months apart. The two most recent FBI Clearances for Staff #2 were dated more than 60 months apart. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET).

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The newest clearances for Staff #2, #4 and Staff #5 were updated and in the file
2025-06-04 Renewal 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.66(a)

Description: Locked or inaccessible

Noncompliance Area: In the gym, in an unlocked storage room, it was observed: Paint and Round-Up Bug Spray labeled "Keep out of the reach of children" 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.)
All cleaning materials and other toxic materials were locked and made inaccessible to children.
2025-06-04 Renewal 3270.91(a) - Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.91(a)

Description: Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed

Noncompliance Area: In the Main Afterschool Room #1 (a measured childcare space) the exit door was unable to be opened.

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.)
At BLC, the door will be repaired.
2024-06-25 Renewal 3270.14/3270.21 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff #2 (see IS Code Sheet) contained documentation of the Health & Safety - 1-Hour Update, dated 3.8.23, which was due by 12.30.22. The file for Staff #3 contained documentation of First-Aid/CPR training on 3.11.23, which was not Pediatric.

Correction Required: 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At Banks Learning Center the facility will be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations and state agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of the facility including the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Dept of Health, Education and Transportation. Conditions at the facility may pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.
2024-06-25 Renewal 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) - 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(a)/3270.192(3)

Description: 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test

Noncompliance Area: The two (2) most recent Health Assessments, in the file for Staff # 1, exceeded the 24-month renewal requirement.

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. 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At Banks Learning Center all facility persons providing direct care and in contact with the children or works with food preparation will have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. Aware that a health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date and signature.
2024-06-25 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: The Fire Testing Log contained documentation of testing on 2.1.24 to 3.30.24, and 4.6.24 to 6.2.24, which exceeded the 30-day requirement.

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.)
At Banks Learning Center the Fire detection device and systems will be in compliance with standards established under section1016c of the act 62P.S 1016. The Director will ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met.
2023-08-08 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.192(2)(ii) - Exp, educ., training prior to facility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(2)(ii)

Description: Exp, educ., training prior to facility

Noncompliance Area: The files for Staff Person's #4 and #5 lacked verification of experience to qualify them for the position that they were reported to be performing at the facility.

Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At BLC all facility person's files will include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.
2023-08-08 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.34(c) - Employed and present 30 hrs/wk Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.34(c)

Description: Employed and present 30 hrs/wk

Noncompliance Area: Staff Person #1, who has been identified as the Director at the facility, is not present at the facility site a minimum of 30 hours per week.

Correction Required: A director shall be employed by a facility and be present at the facility site a minimum of 30 hours per week.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At BLC the Director will be employed and be present at the facility site for a minimum of 30 hours per week.
2023-08-08 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.52 - Mixed Age Level Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.52

Description: Mixed Age Level

Noncompliance Area: Upon arrival to the facility at approximately 10:05am, Staff Person #2 was observed to be in their car in the parking lot outside the facility. Staff Person #2 went in through a side door as Cert Rep went in through the front door with two parents dropping off 2 preschool age children. Upon entering the PS Classroom Cert Rep observed Staff Person's #2 and #3 moving children between the PS and Toddler Classrooms. It was reported that Staff Person #3 was caring for the children together in the PS classroom prior to Staff Person #2's return inside the facility. After reviewing the emergency contact forms to confirm dates of birth of the children present it was determined that Staff Person #3 was caring for a mixed age group that included 2 young school agers, 2 older school agers, 3 preschoolers and 1 older toddler while Staff Person #2 was outside in their car. Initially Staff reported that the older toddler was a preschool age child. With the determination that the youngest child in the mixed age group was an older toddler, Staff Person #3 was not compliant with the required 1:6 ratio as she was caring for 8 children. These 8 children did not include the 2 preschool children being dropped off at Cert Reps arrival.

Correction Required: When children are grouped in mixed age levels, the age of the youngest child in the group determines the staff:child ratio and maximum group size in accordance with the requirements in § 3270.51 (relating to similar age level).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
At BLC when children are grouped in mixed age levels, the youngest child in the group determines the staff. child ratio and maximum group size in accordance with the requirements in 3270.51.
2023-06-09 Renewal 3270.103 - Small Toys and Objects Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.103

Description: Small Toys and Objects

Noncompliance Area: In the Infant Classroom, a bin containing empty plastic bags was observed on a low shelf and would be accessible to children receiving care in the space.

Correction Required: 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The bin was moved from the low shelf and made inaccessible. At BLC in the Infant classroom toys/objects/plastic bags and styrofoam...everything less than 1inch will not be accessible to children.
2023-06-09 Renewal 3270.124(b)(6) - Insurance coverage information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(6)

Description: Insurance coverage information

Noncompliance Area: The emergency contact form for Child #2 lacked the policy number for the child's health insurance information.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The form will be reviewed with the parent and the information added. At BLC all emergency contact information will include health insurance coverage/policy numbers for a child under the family policy or Medical Assistance benefits if applicable.
2023-06-09 Renewal 3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) - Immunization record/Dismissal policy Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3)

Description: Immunization record/Dismissal policy

Noncompliance Area: The file for Child #3 lacked an updated immunization record to verify that the child had received all the vaccinations recommended by the ACIP. The most recent immunization report for the child lacked one dose of the recommended DTAP, HIB and Pneumococcal vaccinations. The immunization report also lacked documentation that the child had received the recommended Varicella and Hepatitis A vaccinations. A written exemption for the missing recommended immunization was not on file at the time of the inspection.

Correction Required: 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 #3 will be dismissed from the facility at the close of business on 6.9.23.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Child #3 will be dismissed from care until updated immunizations or a written exemption is provided. At BLC all health reports will include a review of the child's immunization status according to recommendations of ACIP. Also we will implement dismissal policies in accordance with the Dept of Health or be dismissed from the facility.
2023-06-09 Renewal 3270.14/3270.21 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: The files for Staff Person's #1, #2, #3 and #4 lacked completion of the required 1-hour Health and Safety Training update by 12.30.22. The update was completed on 3.8.23 for Staff Person's #2 and #3, 3.10.23 for Staff Person #4 and 6.11.23 for Staff Person #1.

Correction Required: 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Current trainings are on file at this time. At BLC the center is operated in conformity with State laws and regulations with all conditions never posing a threat to the health or safety of the children.
2023-06-09 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 updates to the emergency contact form and financial agreement for Child #1 has exceeded 6 months since last update on 10.4.22.

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 emergency contact form and agreement will be reviewed with the parent. At BLC all parents will review and update the emergency contact/financial agreement information At least once in 6 months.
2023-06-09 Renewal 3270.25(a) - Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.25(a)

Description: Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations

Noncompliance Area: The current Certificate of Compliance was not posted in a conspicuous location in the facility.

Correction Required: 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The current certificate was obtained and posted. At BLC the facility will keep a current certificate of compliance posted in a conspicuous location also sending our report to all parents of enrolled children.
2023-06-09 Renewal 3270.31(e) - Age and Training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(e)

Description: Age and Training

Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff Person #1 lacked 9 of their required 12 hours of child care training in their respective training year.

Correction Required: A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff completed recent trainings that were counted toward their missing 9 hours. At BLC all staff persons will obtain annual minimum 12 clock hours of child care training.
2023-06-09 Renewal 3270.31(e)(4)(ii) - Fire safety - 1 yr. Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(e)(4)(ii)

Description: Fire safety - 1 yr.

Noncompliance Area: The file for Staff Person #1 lacked verification that they had received fire safety training within the 12 months prior to the current fire safety training on 1.3.23.

Correction Required: 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff has current fire safety training on file at this time. At BLC all staff persons and volunteers will participate annually in firesafety training, conducted by a fire protection professional.
2023-06-09 Renewal 3270.66(a) - Locked or inaccessible Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.66(a)

Description: Locked or inaccessible

Noncompliance Area: A bottle of bleach was observed on the windowsill in the restroom in the Preschool Classroom. The bleach was accessible to School Age children who were receiving care in the space.

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.)
The bottle of bleach was removed and made inaccessible. At BLC all cleaning/toxic materials will be kept in an area that is locked inaccessible to children.
2023-06-09 Renewal 3270.66(b) - Original container Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.66(b)

Description: Original container

Noncompliance Area: An unlabeled spray bottle that was reported to contain Fabuloso was observed in a locked closet in the Multipurpose Classroom.

Correction Required: 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The spray bottle was labeled to identify the contents. At BLC all cleaning/toxic materials will be stored in its original labeled container specifies its content.
2022-06-16 Renewal 3270.105 - High Chairs Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.105

Description: High Chairs

Noncompliance Area: A strap was missing from one of the bucket high chair table seats in the Multi Purpose Classroom.

Correction Required: High chairs shall have a wide base and a T-shaped safety strap.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The missing strap was placed back in the high chair.
2022-06-16 Renewal 3270.107 - Refrigerator Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.107

Description: Refrigerator

Noncompliance Area: The temperature in the refrigerator in the office was measured at 55° F.

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.)
Operator will purchase a new refrigerator.
2022-06-16 Renewal 3270.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(7)

Description: Name/address/phone release person

Noncompliance Area: The Emergency Contact Form for Child #1 lacked the addresses for two of the release persons listed.

Correction Required: 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Operator will reach out to the parent to discuss enrollment status. If child will remain enrolled Operator will review the emergency contact form and request the missing release person addresses be added.
2022-06-16 Renewal 3270.131(a)/3270.131(e) - Health information/ACIP recommended immunization record Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(a)/3270.131(e)

Description: Health information/ACIP recommended immunization record

Noncompliance Area: The file for Child #1 lacked an initial health assessment and immunization record within 60 days of enrollment. Based on the listed enrollment date the child has been enrolled for 99 days.

Correction Required: 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Operator will reach out to the parent and discuss the enrollment status of the child. If the child will remain enrolled Operator will request that the parent provide an initial health report and immunization record.
2022-06-16 Renewal 3270.25(a) - Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.25(a)

Description: Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations

Noncompliance Area: The current Certificate of Compliance was not posted in a conspicuous location. The posted Certificate expired in 2021.

Correction Required: 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A copy of the current Certificate of Compliance was requested and posted.
2022-06-16 Renewal 3270.27(a)(6) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(a)(6)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: The facility lacked documentation of an annual emergency drill prior to 12/19/21. The documented emergency drill was dated 5/6/22.

Correction Required: Emergency drills shall be conducted annually. Annual emergency drills shall be documented and on file at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The facility is current on their emergency drill at this time.
2022-06-16 Renewal 3270.69(b) - 110º F or less Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.69(b)

Description: 110º F or less

Noncompliance Area: The hot water in the Multi Purpose Room was measured at 126.2° F. The hot water in the Infant Room, that is used for changing children from the Multi Purpose Room, was measured at 130° 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 hot water was turned off at the sinks.
2022-06-16 Renewal 3270.75(c) - Has all items Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.75(c)

Description: Has all items

Noncompliance Area: The first aid kit in the Infant Classroom was missing gloves.

Correction Required: A first-aid kit must contain the following: soap, an assortment of adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, tweezers, tape, scissors and disposable, nonporous gloves.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Gloves were added to the first aid kit.
2022-06-16 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: The facility lacked proof of purchase of the interconnected fire detection system.

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.)
The interconnected system was in place at the time Operator took lease. Operator will complete the Attestation Form.

If you are a provider and believe any information is incorrect, please contact us. We will research your concern and make corrections accordingly.

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