LOVE AND BRIGHT BEGINNINGS CHILDCARE LLC

Every 60 days (3270.94(a)(1))

The observed fire drill log contained a fire drill that was held (08.02.2025 - 10.22.2025) (82 Days) that is more than 60 days apart. Requirement: The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter ensure fire drills are conducted at least once every 60 days. Correction: The newest fire drill dated: 10.22.2025 was conducted to satisfy this citation. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test (3270.151(a)/3270.192(3))

The file for Staff #3 contained a health assessment dated 11.03.2025, which was completed after their hire date. 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. 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. Correction: The health assessment is in the staff file. 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))

The two most recent health assessments for Staff #4 (Dated: 06.02.2023 and 07.24.2025) were dated more than 24 months apart. 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: An updated Health Assessment is in the staff file. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Clean and good repair (3270.82(g))

In the child's bathroom, the toilet had a yellow dried substance which appeared to be urine was observed on the base of the bowls near the floor bolts. Requirement: Toilet areas and fixtures shall be cleaned daily and be in good repair. Correction: The area next to the base of the toilet was wiped up immediately. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Comply with CPSL (3270.32(a))

Staff person/facility person/volunteer #1 -- has not completed the mandated reporter training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet). Requirement: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to Child Protective Services). Correction: Mandated Reporter training was completed. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Health and Safety Training (3270.31(f))

The two most recent Pediatric First Aid/Pediatric CPR trainings were dated (08.15.2023 and 09.23.2025) which is more than 24 months apart. Requirement: Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10. Correction: The most recent Pediatric First Aid/Pediatric CPR are in the staff file. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Fire safety - 1 yr. (3270.31(e)(4)(ii))

The last two fire safety trainings in the file for Staff #2 and #4 are dated more than one year apart. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET) Requirement: 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. Correction: Fire Safety training was completed and placed in the employees file. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test (3270.151(a)/3270.192(3))

The Initial Health Assessment for Staff #3 lacked from the staff file. 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. 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. Correction: Staff #3 took the form to the doctor's office and had it completed. The provider put the form in the staff's file. Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility (3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii))

The file(s) for Staff #1 did not include hours/years of experience in childcare. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET) Requirement: A staff person or a substitute staff person shall meet one of the applicable staff qualifications for the position in which the person is performing. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility. Correction: The provider had staff #1 fill out the verification of hours form, verified the hours and placed it in the staff file. Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

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

The Disclosure Statements in the file(s) for Staff Person(s) #1, #2, and #3, who were hired after 01.01.2025 were completed on the incorrect form. The FBI clearance for Staff #3 was dated after Staff #3's Date of Hire. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET) Requirement: 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. Correction: The provider had Staff Persons #1, #2 and #3 sign the correct form and put in their files. Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance (3270.95(a)/3270.95(b))

The facility's fire alarm test report documented testing of the fire alarm system between 05.25.2024 -- 06.28.2024 (34 Days). These tests were conducted more than 30 days apart. Requirement: 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. Correction: The director corrected the dates of the fire alarm testing. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

General Health and Safety (3270.21)

A gate that blocks the stairs which leads to the Pre-K3 and Steam Rooms has a cross bar along the floor which poses a tripping hazard. Requirement: Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. Correction: The provider has purchased and installed a new gate. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

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

The files for Staff Persons #2, #6 and #7 had State Police clearances dated (#2 - 08.08.2022), (#6 - 10.18/24) and (#7 - 08.31.2023) after their date of hire. The two most recent PA State Police clearances for Staff #3 were dated more than 60 months apart. The two most recent Child Abuse and FBI Clearances for Staff #4 were dated more than 60 months apart. The two most recent FBI and NSOR Clearances for Staff #5 were dated more than 60 months apart. Staff Person #1 NSOR Clearance (07.12.2023) was dated after their date of hire. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET) Requirement: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A provisional employee may not be permitted to work alone with children and must work within the vicinity of a permanent employee. 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. Correction: Staff Person #2 State Police Clearance was obtained on 8/8/22, Staff Person #6 10/18/24 and Staff Person #7 was obtained on 8/31/23 which satisfies this citation. Staff Person #3 State Police clearance was obtained on 9/22/22 which satisfies this citation. Staff #4 Child Abuse Clearance was obtained 9/12/24 and FBI Clearance was obtained 9/6/24 which satisfies this citation. Staff #5 FBI Clearance and NSOR Clearance were obtained 2/3/25 which satisfies this citation. Staff #1 NSOR was obtained 7/12/23 which satisfies this citation. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

No peeling paint or plaster (3270.77(a))

In the infant room, the drywall on the wall and ceiling opposite the exit doors above a crib was cracking. Requirement: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility. Correction: The provider has fixed the drywall on the ceiling and wall. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed (3270.91(a))

The Green Outdoor rug on the porch was obstructing the exit door from the Infant Room to the outdoor porch. Requirement: Stairways, hallways, exits from rooms, exits from the facility and other means of egress serving as an exit shall be unobstructed. Correction: The director secured the outdoor green rug to the front porch. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Clean and good repair (3270.102(a))

In the Pre-School room, a clear, plastic bin with plastic animals had a cracked corner posing a cutting hazard. Requirement: 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. Correction: The cracked bin was thrown away and replaced during our inspection. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Clean, good repair, proper size (3270.104(a))

In the Older Toddler Room, a yellow table left of the room's opening was wobbly posing a toppling hazard. Requirement: Furniture must be durable, safe, easily cleaned and appropriate for the child's size, age and special needs. Correction: The provider has tightened the bolts of the yellow table in the toddler room to ensure its stability. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Name/address/phone release person (3270.124(b)(7))

The Emergency Contact form for child #1 lacked the phone number of the listed release person. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET) Requirement: 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. Correction: The parent was contacted and the phone number was written on the form. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

Every 60 days (3270.94(a)(1))

Fire drills conducted 04.27.2024 -- 06.28.2024 (62 Days) and 10.16.2024 -- 12.23.2024 (68 Days) were conducted more than 60 days apart. Requirement: The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that fire drills are conducted at least once every 60 days. Correction: The director corrected the dates of the fire drills that were conducted. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).