BLESSED BEGINNINGS PRESCHOOL CHILDCARE LLC

General Health and Safety (3270.21)

Maintenance worker was observed to be utilizing the children's restrooms while children and staff were present at the center instead of utilizing the adult/staff restroom. Requirement: Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. Correction: Corrected on site when maintenance was observed coming out of the children's bathroom during the walk through of the center. Owner and certification representative had a discussion with the maintenance man regarding use of the staff/adult bathroom only during the hours of operation when children are in care. Inspection: Complaints- Legal Location. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Toxic use- no contamination (3270.66(c))

During the investigation, it was verified through staff interviews that Facility Person #1 glued down a piece of bumper with liquid nails adhesive in the Chipmunks Room while children were in care. During lunchtime clean-up, Child #1 pulled the bumper off, put their fingertip into the substance and licked it. Requirement: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be used in a way that does not contaminate play surfaces, food, food preparation areas and does not constitute a hazard to the children. Correction: Facility person #1 was instructed he is not to use any material listed as, "do not use around children, not safe for children or keep out of reach of children" or any like description in a classroom during classroom hours where children are present or may be present during the timeframe that the product is deemed unsafe. Inspection: Incident Investigation. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Inpatient hospitalization or ER treatment of child (3270.20(a)(1))

The operator failed to notify the regional office within 24 hours regarding Child #1 who was treated at a medical center for an injury that occurred at the facility on 11/17/25 at 7:24am. The operator submitted notification via email received by the regional office on 11/19/25 at 10:36am. Requirement: The operator shall immediately notify a child's parent and shall telephone notice to the appropriate regional office within 24 hours if a child in care at the facility is hospitalized or receives emergency room treatment. Correction: Complete required paperwork and submit to OCDEL within 24 hours. Inspection: Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Two written references (3270.192(5))

During the renewal inspection, the file for Staff #4, Staff #5, Staff #8 were missing either one or two nonfamily references. Requirement: A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. Correction: Staff were required to get the references needed in order to continue employment with children. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter (3270.151(a))

During the renewal inspection, the initial health assessment for Staff #2 was received one month after first day of childcare; the initial health assessment for Staff #3 was received two months after first day of childcare; the updated health assessment on file for Staff #9 was dated three years after the previous health assessment; the updated health assessment on file for Staff #10 was dated six years after the previous health assessment; the updated health assessment on file for Staff #12 was dated three years after the previous health assessment. Requirement: 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. Correction: A calendar was created to keep track of when current employees' health assessments will expire and when they need an updated health assessment. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission (3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3))

During the renewal inspection, the emergency contact for Child #1 did not include signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Requirement: Emergency contact information must include the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care. A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission. Correction: A member of the administrative team will connect with the parent to obtain their signature or initials for emergency medical care. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Director responsibilities (3270.34(a))

The facility director has not adequately managed personnel or the facility's program objectives and activities. During the renewal inspection, staff files were reviewed and numerous CPSL violations were found for existing and new staff. New staff hiring requirements were not met. Staff do not have complete clearances and clearances were late. Health assessments and pre-service trainings were late. References were not on file. Requirement: The legal entity must arrange for the director to attend Existing Provider Orientation on January 15, 2026. A director is responsible for the general management of the facility, including the minimum duties described at §3270.34(a)(1) - (6). Correction: A form was created to keep track of what, and when, clearances were completed for the employee during their orientation period and kept in the employee's file. A calendar was also created to keep track of when current employees' clearances will expire and when to renew them. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Comply with CPSL/CPSL information (3270.32(a)/3270.192(4))

During the renewal inspection, the following CPSL violations were identified: (1) The file for Staff #1, who was past the provisional period, did not contain the DHS FBI Clearance or the NSOR certificate. (2) The file for Staff #2, who was past the provisional hire period, did not contain the DHS FBI Clearance. (3) The NSOR certificate for Staff #5 was received after the provisional hire end date. (4) The State Police Clearance for Staff #6 is in "request under review status". (5) The mandated reporter training for Staff #7 was received 9 months after the date of hire. (6) The NSOR certificate for Staff # 9 expired 1/23/25 and has not been renewed. The mandated reporter training for Staff #9 was due 12/11/22 and was not received until 1/29/23. (7) The State Police Clearance for Staff #10 is in "request still pending" status. The FBI Clearance for Staff #10 expired 10/27/25 and has not been updated. The NSOR certificate for Staff #10 expired 5/15/25 and has not been updated. (8) The NSOR certificate for Staff #11 was received 4 months after the provisional hire end date. (9) For Staff #12, the updated mandated reporter training was received 7 months after the required 60 months due date, the FBI Clearance was received 2 months after the due date, the State Police Clearance was received 10 days after the due date and the NSOR certificate was received 4 days after the due date. (10) The mandated reporter training for Staff #13 was received 5 months after date of hire. Requirement: The legal entity must arrange for the director to attend Existing Provider Orientation on January 15, 2026. The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Staff Person #1, #2, #6 and #10 may not work in a childcare position at the facility. A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Staff Person #1, #2, #6 and #10 may not work in a childcare position at the facility. Correction: Employees 1, 2, 6 and 10 will not work in a childcare position until they have received their respective clearances. A form was created to keep track of what, and when, clearances were completed for the employee during their orientation period and kept in the employee's file. A calendar was also created to keep track of when current employees' clearances will expire and when to renew them. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Pertinent Laws & Regulations/Health and Safety Training (3270.14/3270.31(f))

During the renewal inspection, the following pre-service training non-compliance was found: the health and safety training was not on file for Staff #6; the mandated reporter training was not completed within 90 days for Staff #7; the mandated reporter training was not completed within 90 days for Staff #13; the pediatric first aid/CPR was not completed within 90 days for Staff #11; the health and safety training was not completed within 90 days for Staff #11. Requirement: 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. Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10. Correction: A form was created to keep track of what, and when, trainings were completed for the employee during their orientation period and kept in the employees file. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

No peeling paint or plaster (3270.77(a))

During the inspection, areas of peeled and damaged paint were observed on the front porch. Requirement: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility. Correction: Front porch will be sanded for peeling paint and re-painted. Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Emergency Numbers Posted (3270.74)

During the renewal inspection, the telephone number of the nearest hospital was not posted by the telephones in the two upper-level offices. The telephone numbers of the nearest hospital, police department, fire department, ambulance and poison control center were not posted by the telephone in the lower-level office. Requirement: The telephone number of the nearest hospital, police department, fire department, ambulance and poison control center shall be posted by each telephone in the facility. Correction: Correct the current document to include the nearest hospital. Update the document and place it next to all three phones in the facility. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter (3270.151(a))

During the renewal inspection, the most recent health assessment for Staff #1 was dated 9/13/23 which was more than 24 months from the previous health assessment dated 4/15/21. Requirement: 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. Correction: Put a system in place that lets the director know when a health assessment is coming due so there is no lapse in clearance dates. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Building Surfaces (3270.76)

During the renewal inspection, the radiator panels in the Foxes Room had separated causing a gap that could lead to a potential finger pinch. Requirement: 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. Correction: Cover the gap of the panels within the facility that are not compliant with heat safe tape. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Comply with CPSL/CPSL information (3270.32(a)/3270.192(4))

During the renewal inspection, the file for Staff #3 who was working as an aide in the Owls Room, contained a State Police Clearance in "request still pending" status and there was no Child Abuse Clearance on file. The Child Abuse Clearance, State Police Clearance and FBI Clearance, for Staff #2, had not been updated within 60 months as required under the CPSL. Requirement: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Facility Person # 3 may not work in a childcare position at the facility. A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #-3 may not work in a childcare position at the facility. Correction: Clearances will be checked for accuracy prior to staff member working with children. Staff will not work directly with children until required clearances are in place. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).